Proteins

Ackee and Saltfish

Jamaica''s national dish — creamy ackee fruit sautéed with salted cod.

Baja-Style Fish Tacos (Tilapia)

Baked Cod with Herb Breadcrumbs

Baked Salmon with Dijon-Herb Crust

Beer-Battered Fish and Chips (Cod)

Blackened Tilapia

British Fish and Chips

Beer-battered cod with double-fried chips — Britain''s national dish.

Cantonese Steamed Fish

The Cantonese way — whole fish steamed with ginger, scallion, and sizzling soy.

Gambas al Ajillo (Spanish Garlic Shrimp)

Sizzling shrimp in garlic-infused olive oil with chili — Spain''s most popular tapa.

Garlic Butter Shrimp

Hawaiian Poke Bowl

Hawaii''s iconic raw fish bowl — cubed ahi tuna with soy, sesame, and rice.

Honey-Soy Glazed Salmon

Kokoda (Fijian Ceviche)

Fiji''s national dish — raw fish marinated in lime and coconut cream.

Moules-Frites (Belgian Mussels and Fries)

Belgium''s national dish — mussels steamed in white wine with crispy frites.

Norwegian Fish Cakes (Fiskekaker)

Light, fluffy fish cakes — a Norwegian comfort food staple.

Pan-Seared Salmon with Crispy Skin

Pan-Seared Tilapia with Lemon-Garlic Butter

Peruvian Ceviche

Fresh fish ''cooked'' in lime juice with red onion, chili, and cilantro.

Poisson Cru (Tahitian Raw Fish Salad)

Tahiti''s national dish — raw tuna marinated in lime and dressed with coconut milk.

Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp Tacos with Chipotle Crema

Bacalhau à Brás (Portuguese Salt Cod)

Portugal''s beloved salt cod dish — shredded cod with matchstick potatoes, eggs, and olives.

Barbadian Flying Fish and Cou-Cou

Barbados'' national dish — steamed flying fish with cornmeal and okra polenta.

Callaloo (Caribbean Green Soup)

A rich, creamy soup of leafy greens, coconut milk, and crab — the Caribbean''s soul food.

Coconut Curry Shrimp

Cod en Papillote with Mediterranean Vegetables

Kerala Fish Curry

South Indian fish curry with coconut milk, tamarind, and curry leaves.

Laksa (Malaysian Coconut Curry Noodle Soup)

Rich, spicy coconut curry broth with noodles, shrimp, and tofu puffs.

Miso-Glazed Black Cod

New England Clam Chowder

Creamy, chunky clam chowder with potatoes and bacon — Boston''s signature soup.

Pad Thai

Thailand's national dish — sweet, sour, salty rice noodles with shrimp and peanuts.

Pan-Roasted Halibut with Brown Butter and Capers

Pan-Seared Cod with Tomatoes, Olives, and Capers

Singapore Chili Crab

Singapore''s national dish — whole crab in a sweet, spicy, tangy tomato-chili sauce.

Tempura (Shrimp and Vegetable)

Light, crispy, ethereal batter — the Japanese art of frying.

Whole Roasted Branzino with Herbs

Salmon en Croûte

Seared Scallops with Pea Purée and Pancetta

Argentine Steak with Chimichurri

Simply grilled steak with Argentina''s iconic raw herb sauce.

Beef and Broccoli

The takeout classic, made better at home.

Chivito (Uruguayan Steak Sandwich)

Uruguay''s national sandwich — thin steak with ham, cheese, egg, and all the fixings.

Classic Beef Chili

Hearty, warming chili with ground beef, beans, and bold spices.

Classic Smash Burger

Ground Beef Tacos

Seasoned ground beef tacos — the Tuesday night staple.

Korean Beef Bowls (Bulgogi-Style)

Sweet-savory marinated beef over rice with pickled vegetables.

Loco Moco

Hawaii''s comfort food classic — rice, hamburger patty, fried egg, and brown gravy.

Mexican Street Tacos (Carne Asada)

Simple, authentic street tacos — grilled steak on warm corn tortillas with onion, cilantro, and lime.

Philly Cheesesteak

Thinly sliced beef with melted cheese on a hoagie roll — Philadelphia''s pride.

Picanha (Brazilian Top Sirloin)

Brazil''s favorite cut — thick-capped sirloin grilled simply with coarse salt.

Australian Meat Pie

Australia''s iconic handheld pie — rich beef filling in flaky pastry.

Bandeja Paisa (Colombian Platter)

Colombia''s national dish — a massive platter of beans, rice, meat, egg, plantain, and avocado.

Beef Rendang

Indonesian dry curry — beef slow-cooked in coconut milk until caramelized.

Beef Stroganoff

Birria (Mexican Braised Beef)

Jalisco''s famous chile-braised beef — served as tacos, consommé, or both.

Braised Beef Short Ribs

Caribbean Oxtail Stew

Rich, gelatinous oxtail braised with butter beans in a dark, savory gravy.

Carne Asada Tacos

Chilean Empanadas de Pino

Baked beef empanadas with onion, olives, raisins, and hard-boiled egg.

Chinese Hot Pot

A communal feast — simmering broth at the table with meats, vegetables, and noodles.

Classic Meatballs in Marinara

Tender, juicy meatballs simmered in tomato sauce.

Hungarian Goulash

Hungary''s national stew — beef braised with sweet paprika, onions, and caraway.

Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Stir-Fried Beef)

Peru''s Chinese-Peruvian fusion — stir-fried beef with tomatoes, onions, and french fries over rice.

Reverse-Sear Ribeye Steak

Ropa Vieja (Cuban Shredded Beef)

Cuba''s national dish — flank steak braised and shredded in a pepper-tomato sauce.

Steak au Poivre

Steak Frites

Pan-seared steak with crispy French fries — the Parisian bistro classic.

Swedish Meatballs (Köttbullar)

Tender meatballs in a creamy gravy with lingonberry jam — Sweden''s most famous dish.

Texas-Style Brisket (Oven Method)

Low-and-slow beef brisket with a peppery bark — Texas BBQ at home.

Vietnamese Pho (Beef Noodle Soup)

Aromatic beef broth simmered for hours with star anise, cinnamon, and ginger.

Beef Bourguignon

Osso Buco

Braised veal shanks in a white wine and vegetable sauce, finished with gremolata.

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Savory ground chicken in crisp butter lettuce cups.

Belizean Stew Chicken

Belize''s everyday comfort food — chicken browned in caramelized sugar then stewed.

Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

High-heat wok cooking with crisp vegetables and savory sauce.

Chicken Fajitas

Sizzling peppers and onions with seasoned chicken.

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Grilled marinated chicken skewers with creamy peanut dipping sauce.

Filipino Chicken Adobo

The Philippines'' national dish — chicken braised in vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic.

Greek Sheet Pan Chicken

Chicken thighs with potatoes, olives, and feta — one pan, zero cleanup.

Hangi-Style Chicken (Oven Method)

Inspired by the Maori earth oven — chicken and root vegetables slow-roasted with smoky, earthy flavors.

Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Breast

Juicy, golden chicken breast — the weeknight workhorse.

Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

Indonesia''s national dish — sweet, savory fried rice with a fried egg on top.

Orange Chicken

Crispy fried chicken in a sweet, tangy orange glaze — the American-Chinese classic.

Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Capers

Sancocho (Panamanian Chicken Soup)

Panama''s national soup — chicken with root vegetables, corn, and cilantro.

Teriyaki Chicken

Glossy, sweet-savory glaze over pan-seared chicken thighs.

Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers)

Charcoal-grilled chicken skewers glazed with sweet soy tare.

Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)

Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

Louisiana''s iconic stew — dark roux, the holy trinity, and filé powder.

Chicken Cacciatore

Chicken Enchiladas

Rolled tortillas stuffed with shredded chicken in red enchilada sauce.

Chicken Marsala

Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Piccata

Chicken Shawarma

Warm-spiced, yogurt-marinated chicken with garlic sauce.

Chicken Tikka Masala

Japanese Chicken Katsu Curry

Crispy breaded chicken cutlet over rice with a rich, mild Japanese curry sauce.

Kung Pao Chicken

Sichuan classic — chicken with peanuts, dried chiles, and a sweet-savory-spicy sauce.

Lebanese Chicken Shawarma Plate

Warm-spiced, yogurt-marinated chicken with garlic sauce, pickles, and flatbread.

Lemon-Herb Spatchcock Chicken

Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemons

Aromatic North African stew with olives, preserved lemons, and warm spices.

Nashville Hot Chicken

Fiery cayenne-coated fried chicken — Nashville''s spicy legend.

Pepián (Guatemalan Spiced Chicken Stew)

Guatemala''s national dish — chicken in a toasted seed and chile sauce.

Southern Fried Chicken

Buttermilk-brined, double-dredged, perfectly crispy — the American classic.

Tandoori Chicken

Yogurt-marinated chicken with vibrant spices, charred under the broiler.

Thai Green Curry with Chicken

Fragrant, creamy green curry with bamboo shoots, Thai basil, and jasmine rice.

Coq au Vin

Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani

India''s most celebrated dish — layered saffron rice and spiced chicken sealed and steamed.

Paella Valenciana

The original paella from Valencia — chicken, rabbit, and green beans with saffron rice.

Baked Cod with Lemon and Dill

Light, flaky cod with bright lemon and fresh dill.

Coconut Fish Curry

Flaky white fish simmered in a fragrant coconut curry sauce.

Baleadas (Honduran Bean and Cheese Wraps)

Honduras'' most popular street food — flour tortillas with refried beans, cheese, and cream.

Chana Masala (Chickpea Curry)

Spiced chickpeas in a tangy tomato sauce — North India''s most popular street food.

Crispy Tofu Stir-Fry

Dal Tadka (Tempered Lentil Curry)

Creamy lentils finished with a sizzling spice-infused oil — everyday Indian comfort food.

Miso Soup

The essential Japanese soup — dashi broth with dissolved miso, tofu, and wakame.

Mushroom and Lentil Bolognese

Palusami (Samoan Coconut Taro Leaves)

Taro leaves baked in coconut cream — Samoa''s beloved comfort dish.

Pupusas (Salvadoran Stuffed Corn Cakes)

El Salvador''s national dish — thick corn cakes stuffed with cheese and beans.

Shakshuka

Eggs poached in a spiced tomato-pepper sauce — the Middle Eastern breakfast classic.

Swiss Cheese Fondue

Melted cheese with wine and kirsch — Switzerland''s communal dining tradition.

Trinidadian Doubles

Trinidad''s beloved street food — curried chickpeas in soft fried bread.

Mapo Tofu

Sichuan''s most famous tofu dish — silky tofu in a fiery, numbing pork sauce.

Masala Dosa

Crispy fermented rice-lentil crepe filled with spiced potato — South India''s iconic breakfast.

Palak Paneer (Spinach and Cheese Curry)

Creamy spinach curry with cubes of paneer cheese — North India''s vegetarian classic.

Pierogi (Polish Dumplings)

Polish filled dumplings — boiled then pan-fried with butter and onions.

Samosas (Potato and Pea)

Crispy fried pastry triangles filled with spiced potatoes and peas.

Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)

Crispy baguette with marinated pork, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs.

Carnitas (Mexican Braised Pork)

Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork)

Danish Frikadeller (Pan-Fried Meatballs)

Denmark''s beloved pan-fried pork patties — crispy outside, juicy inside.

Greek Souvlaki

Marinated pork skewers with tzatziki, tomato, onion, and warm pita.

Italian Sausage and Peppers

Sweet Italian sausage with peppers and onions — a street fair classic.

Kalua Pork

Hawaiian slow-roasted pork — smoky, tender, and shredded. Traditionally cooked in an underground imu.

Okonomiyaki (Japanese Savory Pancake)

Osaka-style cabbage pancake topped with pork, mayo, and bonito flakes.

Pork Fried Rice

Leftover pork transformed into a quick fried rice.

Pork Schnitzel

Thin, crispy breaded pork cutlets — Austria's national dish.

Pulled Pork (Oven Method)

Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder

Set it and forget it — 8 hours to fork-tender pulled pork.

Stamppot (Dutch Mashed Potato and Sausage)

The Netherlands'' ultimate comfort food — mashed potatoes with vegetables and smoked sausage.

Sweet and Sour Pork

Crispy pork pieces in a vibrant sweet-and-sour sauce with pineapple and peppers.

Tonkatsu (Japanese Breaded Pork Cutlet)

Wiener Schnitzel

Austria''s national dish — thin, crispy breaded veal (or pork) cutlet with lemon.

American BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Fall-off-the-bone tender ribs with a sticky BBQ glaze.

BBQ Baby Back Ribs (Oven)

Fall-off-the-bone tender ribs with sticky BBQ glaze.

Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)

Brazil''s national dish — a rich black bean stew with smoked and cured meats.

Gyoza (Japanese Pan-Fried Dumplings)

Crispy-bottomed, juicy pork dumplings — the Japanese take on potstickers.

Haitian Griot (Fried Pork)

Haiti''s signature dish — pork braised in citrus then fried until crispy.

Nacatamal (Nicaraguan Tamale)

Nicaragua''s giant tamale — masa dough stuffed with pork, rice, potatoes, and olives, wrapped in banana leaves.

Pernil (Puerto Rican Roast Pork Shoulder)

Slow-roasted pork shoulder marinated in garlic, oregano, and vinegar.

Pork Chops with Apple Cider Pan Sauce

Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Cream Sauce

Pozole Rojo

Mexico''s celebratory pork and hominy stew in a rich red chile broth.

Shoyu Ramen

Soy-based ramen with rich pork broth, chashu pork, soft-boiled egg, and nori.

Tamales (Pork in Red Chile)

Masa dough filled with chile-braised pork, wrapped in corn husks and steamed.

Tonkotsu Ramen (Simplified)

Creamy, milky-white pork bone broth — the king of ramen.

Cajun Blackened Shrimp

Spice-crusted shrimp seared in a screaming-hot pan.

Garlic Parmesan Shrimp

Buttery, garlicky shrimp with Parmesan — 15 minutes start to finish.

Shrimp Fried Rice

The classic fried rice with plump shrimp.

Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto)

A creamy, dill-scented salmon and potato soup — Finland''s comfort food.

Salmon Poke Bowl

Fresh sushi-grade salmon over rice with avocado and sesame.

Teriyaki Salmon

Glazed salmon with a homemade teriyaki that beats any bottle.

Gravlax (Scandinavian Cured Salmon)

Salmon cured in salt, sugar, and dill — Scandinavia''s elegant appetizer.

Salmon Teriyaki Bowl

Glazed salmon over rice with edamame and pickled ginger.

Icelandic Lamb Stew (Kjötsúpa)

Iceland''s most traditional dish — a simple, hearty lamb and root vegetable soup.

Irish Lamb Stew

Ireland''s national dish — lamb, potatoes, and onions in a simple, hearty broth.

Lamb Kofta with Tzatziki

Jamaican Curry Goat

Jamaica''s celebration dish — tender goat slow-cooked in a fragrant curry.

Lamb Rogan Josh

Kashmiri slow-braised lamb in a rich, aromatic red sauce.

Lu Sipi (Tongan Lamb in Coconut)

Tongan lamb wrapped in taro leaves and baked in coconut cream.

Moussaka

Greece''s iconic layered casserole — eggplant, spiced lamb, and creamy béchamel.

New Zealand Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb

New Zealand''s finest export — rack of lamb with a Dijon-herb crust.

Pan-Seared Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri

Quick-seared lamb chops with a bright herb sauce.

Turkish Adana Kebab

Spiced ground lamb grilled on flat skewers — Turkey''s most famous kebab.

Lamb Shanks Braised in Red Wine

Lemon-Herb Baked Tilapia

The simplest baked fish — ready in 20 minutes.

Chinese Roast Duck (Simplified)

Crispy-skinned roast duck with a five-spice and hoisin glaze.

Duck Confit

Duck legs slow-cooked in their own fat until silky and tender — the French preservation classic.