Main Course Recipes

A quintessential soul food from the coastal Fujian province, this silky noodle soup features delicate 'misua' wheat strands bathed in a rich, savory broth. The star of the dish is ...

A cornerstone of Fuzhou culinary heritage, this vibrant dish is celebrated for its deep ruby hue and the intoxicating aroma of fermented red yeast rice lees. The chicken is slow-br...

Futomaki is the vibrant, oversized jewel of Japanese home-style sushi, traditionally served during festivals and holidays like Setsubun. This 'thick roll' is a harmonious symphony ...

Hailing from the Holstein region of Northern Germany, Knackwurst is the ultimate 'snap' sausage, named for the satisfying 'knacken' sound it makes when you bite through its taut ca...

Transport your kitchen to the heart of Bavaria with this quintessential German comfort dish. Thin ribbons of tender beef are slathered with piquant mustard, then rolled around smok...

Known as the 'National Sausage' in many German-speaking regions, the Cervelat is a culinary masterpiece of finely balanced beef and pork, cold-smoked to perfection. This recipe cap...

Originating in the late 18th century, 'Falscher Hase' is a beloved German comfort classic traditionally served on Sundays. This succulent meatloaf gets its whimsical name from the ...

Jagdwurst, or 'Hunter's Sausage,' is a beloved German classic known for its distinctive marbled appearance and deep, aromatic spice profile. This cooked sausage combines a silky-sm...

Kassler is a quintessential German masterpiece featuring cured and lightly smoked pork loin that delivers a perfect balance of salty, smoky, and savory notes. Originating in Berlin...

A cornerstone of German Sunday dinners, Rinderrouladen features thin sheets of beef rolled around a savory filling of smoky bacon, sharp mustard, and tangy pickles. As the meat bra...

The centerpiece of Greek Easter celebrations, Arni Sti Souvla is more than a meal; it is a ritual of patience, fire, and community. A whole spring lamb is seasoned simply with Medi...

Giouvetsi is the quintessential Greek Sunday comfort food, a soul-warming clay pot masterpiece that marries tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat with silky orzo pasta. This dish is defi...

A cornerstone of Greek Easter celebrations and rustic mountain tavernas, Kokoretsi is a masterpiece of rotisserie cooking that transforms lamb offal into a smoky, crispy-skinned de...

Hailing from the rustic mountains of Central Greece, Kontosouvli is the grander, more succulent cousin of the souvlaki. This dish features large chunks of pork neck marinated in a ...

Sukiyaki is the quintessential Japanese 'nabemono' or one-pot meal, celebrated for its communal spirit and deeply savory-sweet 'Warishita' sauce. This elegant dish features paper-t...

Sukiyaki is the quintessential Japanese 'nabemono' or one-pot dish, celebrated for its luxurious combination of marbled beef and a rich, sweet-savory soy glaze. Originating as a ce...

A cornerstone of Cajun and Creole heritage, this Crawfish Étouffée is a rich, velvety masterpiece that translates literally to 'smothered' crawfish. This recipe features succulent ...

A true gem of Mexican cantina culture and home kitchens alike, these pig's trotters are gently simmered until tender and then marinated in a vibrant, aromatic vinegar brine. This d...

A true delicacy of Moroccan soul food, Mokh Mchermel features tender lamb or calf brains poached to a buttery consistency and simmered in a vibrant, garlic-forward tomato sauce. Th...

A soul-warming masterpiece of Moroccan heritage, this dish centers around Gueddid—beef or lamb preserved with salt, cumin, and coriander before being sun-dried to a deep, savory in...

Dafina is the legendary centerpiece of the Moroccan Jewish Sabbath, a rich, multi-layered stew traditionally buried in embers to cook overnight. This 'hidden' treasure features a s...

Born in the heart of Munich in 1857, the Weißwurst is a delicate, pale veal sausage that defines the Bavarian 'Second Breakfast.' This specialty is prized for its velvety texture, ...

A quintessential cornerstone of Yankee heritage, the New England Boiled Dinner is a soulful, one-pot masterpiece that celebrates the marriage of salt-cured brisket and sweet root v...

A soul-warming staple of Northern German winter cuisine, Kohlwurst is a robust, smoked pork sausage traditionally simmered atop a bed of savory braised kale. This dish, often refer...