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Our recipes reflect Euro-American practice of relatively few dishes served as separate courses. We expect most English language readers will adapt ethnic recipes to this style of service so we portion them appropriately.

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Portions:
(approximate) Soup serving, 1 cup; Main Dish Soup, 2 cups; Main Dish w/rice 8 ounces.
Effort Codes:
* Dead easy, ** Quite easy, *** Routine, **** More Effort, ***** Heroic, # Beware!
Measures & Conversions
: all measures are U.S. standard unless stated in metric units (rare). t=teaspoon, T=Tablespoon, c=cup, qt=quart, oz=ounce, #=pound, cl=clove in=inch
Abbreviations:
tt=to taste, ar=as required, sml=small, med="medium", lrg=large.
Diet codes:
v=Vegetarian (strict), ov=Ovo Lacto Vegetarian (eggs and/or dairy), fv=minor seafood (usually fish sauce), f=Fish &/or Shellfish, sv=Satvic Vegetarian, mv=Can be Made Vegetarian, vm=Can be non-Vegetarian.
Chili-hot codes:
0=none, 1= detectable, 2=mild, 3=moderately spicy, 4=very spicy, 5=incindiary, +=feel free to make it even hotter. All levels are based on Southern California practice.
Bibliography & Sources
- See index code at bottom of each recipe.

Acorns

Acorn Jelly Banchan - (Korea) a simplified form of the Acorn Jelly Salad.[v2]
Acorn Jelly Salad - (Korea) a salad extremely popular with Koreans.[v2]
Acorn Jelly Soup - (Korea) a soup offering contrasting flavors and textures.[v1]

Alligator

Alligator Stew - (U.S. South) - 'gators are good eatin'... if they don't eat you first.

Almonds

Mushroom Soup - (Spain) an interestingly flavored soup, easily made vegetarian.[v0]
Chicken with Almonds - (Imperial Rome) delicious, intensely flavorful - the emperor smiles!
Chicken in Almond Sauce - (Spain - Catalonia) a very famous dish from Moorish times.[0]

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera Curry - (India - north) a very interesting light summer curry.[v2]

Amaranth Greens

Amaranth with Fermented Tofu - (China) a popular green in India, China and Southeast Asia.[v0]
Amaranth Stir Fry Udupi - (India - Udupi) Similar to a Western spinach side, but more flavors.[1v]
Eggplants with Amaranth - (India - Andhra) A flavorful dish of "Thai" eggplants and greens.[v3]
Lentils (Red) with Amaranth - (Sri Lanka) delicious blend of flavors.[mv2]

Apples

Apple, Beet, & Cabbage Salad - (Poland) a simple but refreshing salad, vinaigrette dressed.[v0]
Apple Celery Walnut Salad - (Sweden) a crisp, refreshing salad, durable enough for buffet.[v]
Celery & Apple Salad - (Latvia) A very refreshing salad, and easily made.[v0]
Chicken with Apples - (Spain) unusual, delicious, showing Moorish influence.[0]
Donyana Salad - (Palestine) an aromatic salad with citrus dressing.[v0]
Fisherman's Potato Salad - (Norway) a little different with sardines, but delicious.
Leek & Apple Slaw - (Poland) a really amazing slaw! Easy to make and won't wilt.[ov0]
Pumpkin & Apple Soup - (Puerto Rico) an unexpectedly delicious soup![mv0->2]
Sauerkraut with Apples - (Germany) sauerkraut with bacon and onions, sweet and flavorful.
Sauerkraut with Apples & Wine - (Germany) sauerkraut done right, perfect with sausages.
Salade Bagration - (Russia) a pasta version of the famous Russian Olivier Salad.

Apricot

Lamb & Apricot Stew - (Armenia) very flavorful, easy and reheats well.
Lamb Tagine with Figs and Apricots - (Morocco) a mildly sweet Tagine for Serving with CousCous or Rice.[0]
Red Lentil & Apricot Soup - (Armenia) soups with fruit are popular in the region.[v0]

Arracacha

Tripe a la Criolla - (Puerto Rico) - (see notes for Arracacha).

Artichokes

Artichokes, Steamed - (California) Simple and delicious.[v0]
Baby Artichokes with Chicken - (California) tasty, satisfying, in the Italian style.[0]
Green Vegetable Soup - (California-Spain) a satisfying vegetable soup, easy to make.[v0]
Green Vegetable Soup - (Spain) a satisfying vegetable soup, easy to make.[0]

Asafoetida

Chicken with Almonds - (Imperial Rome) delicious, intensely flavorful - the emperor smiles!
Sylphium (Laser) Stem / Root / Juice - (Roman Empire) a useful fake for extinct ingredients.[v]

Asparagus

Aioli Lemon Dressing - (Med) a dressing for asparagus or other spring vegetables.
Asparagus with Eggs - (Palestine) A fine breakfast, brunch or lunch dish.[v0]
Asparagus & Endive Salad - (Euro-American) intriguing and delicious.
Asparagus with Lettuce Sauce - (Italy) an unusual combination that works well.
Asparagus Raft Omelet - (Japan) a supurb breakfast warm or hors d'oeuvre cold. [ov]
Asparagus Soup - (Euro-Amer) asparagus soup recipes & comments.
Asparagus Soup - (Spain) most asparagus soups disappoint, not this one.[v0]
Asparagus Soup - (Sweden) elegant, rich, and flavorful soup course.[v]
Beef with Asparagus - (China) Excellent flavor and texture - and easy to make.
Beef with Asparagus & Black Beans - (China, south) Stir fry with traditional saucing.[0]
Chicken with Asparagus, Bamboo & Shrooms - (Thai) stir fry in the Chinese style.
Green Vegetable Soup - (California-Spain) a satisfying vegetable soup, easy to make.[v0]
Green Vegetable Soup - (Spain) a satisfying vegetable soup, easy to make.[0]
Mimosa Sauce - (Eu/Am) A spring dressing particularly for Asparagus.
Pasta with Asparagus & Cheese - (Italy) an excellent cheesy pasta course or light main dish.[ov]
Pasta with Asparagus & Tomato - (Italy) from Umbria, an easy to make pasta course or light main dish.[v]
Pasta & Vegetable - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, or pasta course.[v0]
Pasta & Vegatable with Bacon - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, or pasta course.[0]
Shrimp with Asparagus & Mushrooms - (Thai) Delicious light main for asparagus season.

Aster Scaber - Chwinamul

Aster Scaber Namul - (Korea) a popular leafy vegetable banchan.[v0]

Avocado

Avocado Celery Salad - (Chile) a light, refreshing and unusual salad.[v0]
Avocado Crema - (Mexico) a popular dip / spread, authentic Mexican version.[ov0]
Avocado Soup - (Trinidad etc.) an unusual and luxurious soup, warm or cool.[v0]
Avocado - Tomato Salad - (Puerto Rico) a very simple but interesting Tropical Salad.[v0+]
Chicken Avocado Soup - (Belize) exotic, substantial, and absolutely delicious.[1]
Gaza Salad - (Palestinian Gaza) a bit spicer than other Levantine Salads.[v3]
Guacamole - (Mexico) a popular avocado chip and vegetable dip. [v]
Mexican Salad - (Mexico, Yucatán) a Yucatán version of a salad enjoyed all over Mexico.[v1]
Palm Hearts with Avocados - (Brazil) an attractive and tasty salad for table service.[v0]
Salsa, Tomatillo & Avocado - (Mayan) a truly delicious dip, sandwich spread, etc.[v2]
Tortilla Soup - (Mexico) one of the tastiest soups in the whole world! [ov]

Bacon

Bacon Sauce - (Italy) delightfully flavorful but not low calorie
Cauliflower with Bacon - (China, Sichuan) a fine side or light main, Chinese or Western.[0]
Cawl / Lobsgows - (Wales) a very hearty traditional beef and bacon stew.
Dublin Coddle - (Ireland) a light but very flavorful stew popular in pubs.
Lima Beans with Bacon - (USA) Wonderfully complimentary flavors - side or breakfast.

Bamboo Shoots

Beef with Bamboo - (Thai) a simple but satisfying stir fry.[2]
Beef & Bamboo Red Curry - (Thai) an excellent and very popular red curry.[3]
Beef with Bamboo Shoots - (Korea) a stir fry with bamboo shoots, unusual in Korea.[1]
Beef, Bamboo & Yu Choy - (Thai) a pleasing stir fry with contrastings flavors and textures.[3]
Beef with Basil - (Thai) A light beefy dish with interesting textural contrasts.[3]
Beef with Celery & Bamboo - (China, Szechuan) Deep flavor with contrasting textures.[2]
Beef Red Curry - (Thai) a light flavorful curry with interesting textures.[2]
Chicken & Bamboo Red Curry - (Thai) an excellent and very popular Thai red curry.[3]
Chicken Red Curry - (Thai) a delicious curry that's quick to make.[3]
Chicken in Sour Sauce - (China, Sichuan) tender chicken with crunchy bamboo shoots or celery.[2]
Diced Duck - (China) a flavorful but relatively low fat duck recipe.[0]
Double Pork Soup - (China, Shanghai) delicious, simple, sure to please porcophiles.[0]
Hot & Sour Pork Soup - Sichuan - (China) Easy to make, it uses pepper rather than chilis.
Pork with Bamboo Shoots - (India - Arunachal) very simple and simply delicious.[3]
Pork, Black Fungus & Bamboo - (China) a quick stir fry with interesting textures.[1]
Pork, Shrimp and Bamboo Adobo - (Philippine) a rich, complex and mildly tart dish.[0]
Rice Ovals with Bamboo, Beans - (China - Zhejiang) stir fry with interesting flavors, textures.[v0]
Shrimp & Sour Bamboo Curry - (Thai) a rich and interesting red curry.[3]

Banana, Cooking (Plantain, etc.)

Bananas, Fried - (Thai) one of Thailands most famous street foods.[v0]
Beef and Banana Stew - (Africa E. Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda) a very popular stew.[1]
Chicken Gizzards with Green Bananas - (Puerto Rico) a very popular salad / appetizer.[0]
Patacones / Tostones - (South America / Caribbean) a very popular appetizer or side dish.[v0]
Plantain Chips - (Jamaica) a popular snack and side dish, easy and not oily.[v0]
Pork Hocks with Vinegar - (Philippine) a sweet-sour stew with a wide range of textures.[0]

Banana, Desert

Chicken Soup - (Africa E. Tanzania) quite different from American Chicken Soup.[2]

Banana Blossom

Pork Hocks with Vinegar - (Philippine) a sweet-sour stew with a wide range of textures.[0]

Barley

Barley & Beef Soup - (Tibet) a substantial soup with interesting tastes, textures.[0]
Barley & Cheese Soup - (Ecuador) substantial, satisfying, and nourishing.[ov0]
Barley and Mushroom Soup - (Latvia, Lithuania, Poland) a satisfying soup course or lunch soup.[v0]
Barley, Potato & Shroom Soup - (S. California) Simple but substantial and satisfing.[mv1]
Barley Soup with Sausages - (German) a light but substantial and satisfying soup / stew.
Barley Tomato Soup - (Berber) a simple soup, but substantial and satisfying.[v1]
Barley Vegetable Soup - (Norway) a substantial and attractive main dish soup.[v]
Beef & Barley Soup - (Czech) a substantial and meaty soup, good for buffet parties.
Black Bean and Barley Soup - (Mexico) A truly spectacular soup, tasty and substantial.[v1]
Cabbage Rolls - (Finland) tasty, and rather different from Polish rolls.
Krupnik with Barley - (Poland) a substantial and satisfying vegetable soup.[mv0]
Mulgipuder - (Estonia) practically the "national dish", for main or side.[mv0]
Mushroom Barley Soup - (Russia) a hearty peasant style soup than can be vegetarian.[mv]
Pork Pot - Karelian - (Finland) a delicious stew with lots of vegies.
Pork with Sauerkraut & Barley - (Estonia) complementry ingredients and easy to make.[0]
Pork, Sauerkraut & Barley Soup - (Baltic) from three complementary ingredients, easy.[0]
Tsampa - (Tibet) an essential staple, toasted barley flour.[v0]

Basil, Holy

Chicken with Holy Basil & Chilis - (Thai) very popular with Thais - also Pork, Beef, Squid, Shrimp.

Beans

Sprouts
Fresh Whole - green beans, etc.
Long Beans - fresh
Winged Beans - fresh
Sataw Beans - fresh or frozen
Shell Beans - fresh or frozen
Whole Beans, Peas, Lentils - dried or canned
Dal, Split Bean Peas, Lentils - dried
Bean Flours - Besan, etc.

Beans - Sprouts
- Bean Sprouts, Celery & Cockles - (India - Andaman Islands) A fine cold vegetable salad or warm side dish.[2fv]
- Bean Sprout Salad #1 - (Korea) an almost essential Korean side dish (banchan). [v]
- Bean Sprout Salad #2 - (Korea) an almost essential Korean side dish (banchan). [v]
- Bean Sprout Salad with Salt Fish - (Malaysia) flavorful, light and easy to make.[2]
- Beef & Bean Sprouts - (Thai) easy and tasty with chili vinegar sauce. [2+]
- Bean Sprout Soup with Beef - (Korea) a quick and simple, but satisfying soup.[0]
- Pickled Bean Sprouts - (Vietnam) a tart refreshing salad with multiple uses.[v0]
- Soybean Sprout Salad - (Cambodia) a delightfully crisp salad durable enough for buffet.[fv1]
- Soybean Sprout Soup - (Korea) a very popular soup, especially for lunch.[1]
- Soy Sprout Salad - (California) A lightly crunchy salad with robust flavors.[v1]
- Soy Sprout Sundal - (India, South) a popular, easy to make snack or prasad.[v0]
Beans, Fresh
- (Green, etc.)
- Bean Soup - (German) substantial, satisfying and easy to make.[mv]
- Beef with Green Beans - (China) a delicious mix of flavors in a stir fry.[0]
- Beef, Tangy Braised - (Filipino) similar in principle to American beef stews.[0]
- Buntis Huhn - (Germany) a fine light stew of beans, vegetables and beef or pork.
- Chicken Mushroom Stew - (Sweden) an outstanding Chicken stew with green beans.
- Georgian Walnut Dressing / Dip - (Georgia) excelent for lightly cooked vegetables or as a dip.[v]
- Goulash Soup - (Germany) delicious soup, main course or party dish.[0]
- Green Beans with Ginger - (China, Yunnan) easy to make, a side dish that's not too spicy.[v2]
- Green Bean Mint Salad - (North America) a fine tasty salad that will not wilt.[v0]
- Green Beans with Olive Oil - (Palestine) A very popular side dish or mazzeh.[0v]
- Green Beans with Olive Oil - (Syria) A very popular side dish or mezzeh.[0v]
- Green Bean Paprikas - (Hungary) Green beans as you have never known them.[0mv]
- Green Beans & Potatoes - (India - Bengal) an excellent side for Indian or Western dishes. [v]
- Green Beans & Radishes - (Eu/Am) an unusual side dish or vegetable salad. [v]
- Green Bean Salad - (France - Provence) a justly popular salad.[v0]
- Green Bean Salad - (Poland) delicious, and great for buffet, it will not wilt.[v0]
- Green Bean Salad (Spain) an excellent salad that can be made ahead.[v0]
- Green Beans, Seasoned - (Singapore / UK) Nonya, adapted for no Kangkong in England.[f2+]
- Green Beans & Tomatoes - (India Northeast) A simple but tasty side dish or light lunch.[2v]
- Green Bean & Tomato Salad - (Hungary) a noteworthy salad from a region not noted for salads.[0v]
- Green Bean & Walnut Salad - (Georgia) an excellent buffet salad.[v]
- Green Beans with Yogurt - (Georgia) a popular side dish with plenty of fresh herbs.[ov0]
- Mixed Bean Salad - (Caribbean) a superb buffet salad, durable, tasty, make ahead.[v2]
- Moth with Grean Beans - (India, West) a delightful lightly spiced bean dish.[v2]
- Pasta & Vegetable - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, or pasta course.[v0]
- Pasta & Vegatable with Bacon - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, of pasta course.[0]
- Pilaf with Chicken and Green Beans - (Turkey) a delicious pilaf suitable for a ligh dinner.[0]
- Pork Belly with Green Beans - (Philippine) a stew with contrasting flavors and textures.[0]
- Potatoes with Green Beans - (California) an interesting and flavorful side dish or light main.[v1]
- Potatoes with Green Beans - (Trinidad) excelent flavor and texture, side dish or light main.[v1]
Beans, Long Fresh
- Darker, sweeter flavor than green beans.
- Beef with Long Beans - (Thai) a quick easy dish exploiting the dark flavor of long beans.
- Beef / Lamb with Long Beans - (Uzbek) a simple and flavorfully beefy stew with long beans.[0]
- Beef with Long Beans - (Cambodia) an easy stir fry exploiting complimentary flavors.[0]
- Beef Red Curry #2 - (Thai) a popular Thai country curry with eggplants.[3]
- Chicken with Long Beans & Basil - (Thai) flavorful and easy to make stir fry.[2]
- Cucumber Salad Issan - (Thai - Issan) similarly made to the Green Papaya Salad #1.[fv3-4]
- Long Beans with Coconut - (India, South) a tasty and attractive side dish, moderately spiced.[v2]
- Long Bean Salad - (Burma) a simple salad, or side dish for Asian or Western menus.[fv0]
- Pork Liver with Long Beans - (Thai) quick and easy with complimentry flavors and textures.[3+]
- Pork with Long Beans - (Thai) too strong for a main, but a great accent side.[2]
- Pork Red Curry - (Thai) a popular country curry with eggplant and long beans.[4]
- Pork with Vegetables & Chili - (Burma) a quick stir fry with mild chili.[2]
- Potatoes with Green Beans - (California) an interesting and flavorful side dish or light main.[v1]
Beans, Winged
- (Fresh)
- Pork Belly with Winged Beans - (Philippine) a stew with contrasting flavors and textures.[0]
- Pork with Winged Beans - (Philippine) Easy and delicious, with interesting flavor, texture.[3]
Beans, Shell
- (Fresh or Frozen)
- Beans Granados - (Chile) a very popular summer soup or main dish[v0]
- Black Eyed Pea Salad - (Brazil) a substantial but very refreshing salad #1.[0v]
- Black Eyed Pea Salad #2 - (Brazil) a substantial but very refreshing salad.[1v]
- Bulgur & Vegetable Soup - (Tunisia) a substantial and very flavorful soup.[v2]
- Duck Gizzards - (China) very nice flavors - duck, edamame and bamboo shoots.[0]
- Edamame Salad, Sichuan - (China, Sichuan) Easy, tasty, and non-wilting for parties.[v1]
- Edamame (Soybeans) in the Pod - (China, Sichuan) Familiar to Americans as Japanese.[v0]
- Fava Bean & Cheese Salad - (Peru) an unusual salad, good for buffet service.[v1]
- Fava Bean & Dill Dip / Spread - (Palestine) a light and deligtful spread / dip.[v0]
- Green Pigeon Pea Vianda Soup - (Puerto Rico) a do-ahead vegetarian recipe suitable for buffet service.[v0]
- Green Pigeon Pea Soup - (Puerto Rico) a vegetarian recipe for a people who don't do vegetarian.[v0]
- Green Vegetable Soup - (California-Spain) a satisfying vegetable soup, easy to make.[v0]
- Green Vegetable Soup - (Spain) a satisfying vegetable soup, easy to make.[0]
- Lima Beans with Bacon - (USA) Wonderfully complimentary flavors - side or breakfast.
- Lima Bean Salad - (Spain - Catalunya) A delicious salad substantial enough for a light lunch.[mv0]
- Lima Bean Salad - (Lebanon) a nice substantial salad or meze that can be made ahead.[v0]
- Lima Bean Salad - (Peru) an excellent salad, easy to make, good for buffet.[v1]
- Lima Beans with Vegetables - (Turkey) Delish - and versatile: side, light lunch, veg main.[v0]
- Luffa with Edamame - (China, Zhejiang) a simple but very tasty brunch dish or light main.[mv0]
- Pasta, Fava and Feta Salad - (Greek) a flavorful salad or light spring meal. [ov]
- Pasta & Vegetable - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, or pasta course.[v0]
- Pasta & Vegatable with Bacon - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, of pasta course.[0]
- Refried Beans - (Mexico) an essential ingredient and side dish for northern Mexico.[mv1]
- Rice Ovals with Bamboo, Beans - (China - Zhejiang) stir fry with interesting flavors, textures.[v0]
- Salsa de Guajes - (Mexico) a sauce or dip made from an interesting bean.[v3]
- Salsa de Guajes & Tomate - (Mexico) a tomato & chili sauce flavored by an interesting bean.[v3]
- Snake Gourd with Black-eyed Peas - (India Konkani) Desicious a a side or a light vegetarian main dish.[v3]
- Succotash - (USA) traditional mixed vegetable side dish.
- Texas Caviar - (Texas) Black Eyed Peas, for New Years or other times.[v1+]
Beans, Peas, Lentils
- (Whole - Dry or Canned)
- Accara Fritters - (Africa, Senegal) an very popular street food, served with hot sauce.[v0]
- Aragon Beans & Rice - (Spain) easy to make, substantial and can almost stand on its own.[v1]
- Bean & Grain Soup - (Lebanon) a substantial and satisfying easy to make soup.[v]
- Beans Granados - (Chile) a very popular summer soup or main dish[v0]
- Bean Potato Soup with Corn - (Italy) interesting and delicious - popular buffet soup[v]
- Beans with Reins - (Chile) a winter soup / stew of Beans, Spaghetti, Kabocha.[mv0]
- Bean Salad with Eggs - (Sephardic) a substantial salad of beans and vegetables with eggs.[v0]
- Bean Soup with Pitos - (Guatemala) Recipe: a substantial soup with interesting flavors.[2]
- Beans, Stewed Nigerian - (Nigeria) an important "comfort food" in Nigeria, prepared often.[2]
- Beans Tropeiro - (Brazil) a popular dish from 17th century mule drovers.[0]
- Black Beans - (Mexico - Yucatán) used in place of refried beans in the region.[1]
- Black Bean and Barley Soup - (Mexico) A truly spectacular soup, tasty and substantial.[v1]
- Black Beans in Red Sauce - (Peru) Intensely flavorful but with mild chili heat.[2mv]
- Black Bean Stew with Meats - (Brazil) Feijoada is perhaps the most famous Brazilian dish.[0]
- Black Eyed Pea Salad - (Brazil) a substantial but very refreshing salad #1.[0v]
- Black Eyed Pea Salad #2 - (Brazil) a substantial but very refreshing salad.[1v]
- Black-Eyed Pea Salad - (Armenia) An amazingly flavoful salad, great for parties.[v1}
- Black-Eyed Pea Salad - (Africa, Senegal) a truly excellent salad, requiring no exotics.[v1]
- Bon's Tortilla Chili - (California) tasty, filling and vegetarian (or not).[v2]
- Bunny Chow - (South Africa) a very popular dish in Durban, curry filled bread.[mv1]
- Chard with Chickpeas - (Spain / Morocco) a delicious side dish or Vegetarian main dish.[v0]
- Chard, Chickpea & Rice Stew - (Palestine) A very popular stew, with vegetarian option.[mv0]
- Cucumber & Purslane Salad - (California) a pleasant variation from the regular ingredients.[v0]
- Chickpea Chaat - (India, Uttar Pradesh) a delicious and substantial Chaat or lunch.[v2]
- Chickpea Curry - (India, Bihar) Ghughni, rightly famous, made with Desi type Chickpeas.[v2]
- Chickpeas in Flax Sauce - (Africa: Ethopia) a nice, moderately spicy side dish or light lunch.[v2]
- Chickpea Lablabi - (Tunisia) a breakfast dish now used at any time.[v0]
- Chickpea & Onion Stew - (Tajikistan) a popular vegetable stew, delicious too.[v2]
- Chickpea & Pig Foot Soup - (Puerto Rico) - a main dish soup with interesting flavors and textures.[0]
- Chickpea Salad - (Mexico, Fed. Dist.) flavoful and good buffet salad.[v0]
- Chickpea Salad - (Turkey) an attractive, delicious and refreshing salad.[v0]
- Chickpea Salad with Herbs - (California) a really delicious salad, and great for parties.[v2]
- Chickpea & Spinach Soup - (France) a popular light to medium soup from Provençe.[ov]
- Chickpea & Tomato Soup - (Burma) a substantial and flavorful bean and vegetable soup.[v0]
- Spiced Chickpeas - (India) Kabuli Chana, a tasty side for Indian or Western dishes. [v]
- Freekeh & Bean Soup - (Palestine) an unusual roasted wheat and bean soup.[v0]
- Ful Medamis - (Egypt) fava beans, practically the "national dish" of Egypt.[0v]
- Githeri - (Africa E. Kenya) a very popular bean and corn stew.[v0]
- Githeri Salad - (Africa E. Kenya) a salad version of a popular kenyan stew.[v0]
- Grain & Bean Harvest Soup - (Italy, South) excellent for parties, particularly Samhain.[v0]
- Green Bean Salad (Spain) an excellent salad that can be made ahead.[v0]
- Harira - (Morocco) soup with chickpeas & lamb - flavorful, substantial.
- Hoppin John - (USA Deep South) beans and rice eaten for luck on New Years Day.[0]
- Kadyos, Baboy at Langka - (Philippine) KBL soup offers interesting flavors and textures.[0]
- Kidney Bean Curry - (India) delicious side.
- Koshari - (Egypt) practically the "national dish" of Egypt, easy and delicious.[v1]
- Lamb & Chickpea Stew - (Palestine) a popular stew. lamb, chickpeas, & lots of Chard.[1]
- Legume Soup - (Czech) a popular home cooked soup with intense legume flavor.[0v]
- Lentil Everything Soup - (Russia) definitely a soup for a crowd. reheats well.[0]
- Lentil Curry for Bunny - (South Africa) Filling for Bunny Chow, or serve with roti or rice.[v2]
- Lentil & Mushroom Soup - (Italy, South) a substantial soup with strong mushroom flavor.[v0]
- Lentils with Pearl Onions - (France) a nice accompaniment for a hot dinner.[v]
- Lentil & Purslane Soup - (Persia - Kurdistan) A delicious and substantial Spring soup.[mv0]
- Lentils, Smoky, with Chorizo - (Colombia) a very flavorful lentil and sausage dish.[1]
- Lentil (Red) Soup - (Palestine) a surprisingly flavorful soup course or main.[v1]
- Lentil (Red) Soup - (Syria) an elegant, simple to make soup course.[v0]
- Lentil (Red) & Wheat Soup - (Turkey -Kurdish a different take on a popular soup.[v2]
- Lentil Soup - (Spain) a very fine and substantial soup of lentils and sausage.[0]
- Lentil Soup - (Sephardic / Spain) a wonderful Spanish soup taken to Greece by Sephadim.[v2]
- Lentil Soup with Walnut Smash - (Palestine) a very fine soup course, casual or formal.[v0]
- Lima Bean Plaki - (Greek) a delicious appetizer or side dish, cool or warm.[v0]
- Masoor Lentils with Tomatoes - (India - Bengal) a simple, quick to make, but tasty 'week day' dish.[sv2]
- Mixed Bean Salad - (Caribbean) a superb buffet salad, durable, tasty, make ahead.[v2]
- Moth with Grean Beans - (India, West) a delightful lightly spiced bean dish.[v2]
- Mung Beans with Malabar Spinach - (Filipino) a popular Philippine "comfort food" dish.[mv0]
- Mung Bean Soup - (Philippine) with pork and shrimp - very popular and rightly so.[0]
- Ohleleh Beans - (Africa, W) popular for puddings and as a thickener in stews and sauces.[v0]
- Oleleh Pudding - (Africa, W) a popular side dish or snack in Sierra Leone and Senegal.[mv1]
- Peas and Rice - (Barbados) version or a popular Caribbean side dish.[mv0+]
- Pigeon Pea and Orzo Salad - (Puerto Rico) an interesting, attractive and delicious salad.[v0]
- Pink Beans - (Puerto Rico) an obligatory dish, served several times a week.[mv1]
- Pork & Beans Yucatán - (Mexico, Yucatán) a simple but delicious soup or stew.[3]
- Pork & Beans Soup - (Peru) a interesting and substantial main dish soup.[0]
- Pork & Liver Adobo - (Philippine) flavorful and popular, easy to make.[0]
- Pork Pot - Karelian - (Finland) a delicious stew with lots of vegies.
- Pork Stew Somerset - (England) An excellent stew with beans, vegies, suitable for buffet.[0]
- Pork Stew with Wheat & Fennel - (Spain) a really delicious stew, with pork & Spanish sausages.[0]
- Pumpkin and Chickpea Stew - (Spain) a substantial and flavorful vegetable stew.[v1]
- Red Bean Salad - (Nicaragua) a very fine salad, suitable for buffet service.[v1]
- Red Beans with Cabbage - (Spain - Basque) a tasty red bean stew with cabbage on the side.[0]
- Red Beans with Herb Dressing - (Georgia) flavorful and simple to make.[v0]
- Red Bean Vegetable Soup - (El Salvador) - tasty & substantial for veg or omnivore.[v0]
- Red Beans & Walnuts - (Georgan) a real hit every time, but filling.[v]
- Red Lentil & Wheat Soup - (Turkey -Kurdish a different take on a popular soup.[v2]
- Red Pea Soup - (Jamaica) a truly outstanding soup of kidney beans, meats, and potatoes.[2]
- Red Pepper, Lentil & Tomato Salad - (Palestine) a delicious salad, or a light lunch.[v0]
- Seven Bean Salad - Truly delcious - make plenty.
- Shan Tofu - (Burma) a very easy to make ingredient with many uses.[v0]
- Shan Tofu Deep Fried - (Burma) an easy and excellent appetizer, served with dip.[v1]
- Shan Tofu Salad - (Burma) a simple, elegant and refreshing salad.[v0]
- Snake Gourd with Black-eyed Peas - (India Konkani) Desicious a a side or a light vegetarian main dish.[v3]
- Swahili Beans - (Africa E. Tanzania) an outstandingly delicious bean dish, and easy![v0]
- Tua Nao - Paste / Disks - (Burma) the Shan vegetarian replacement for shrimp paste.[v0]
- Turkey Cassoulet - (USA) cooked turkey with white beans.
- Turkey Chili - Quick - (USA) with kidney beans - flavorful and moderately spicy.[3]
- Urad Beans with Tomato - (India) a delicious stew of of tiny black beans with tomato.[v2]
- Wheat & Chickpea Soup - (Spain) a peasant style soup, simple, flavorful, filling.[0]
- White Bean Stew - (Macedonia) the national dish, and popular through the Balkans.[v0]
- Winter Squash with Chickpeas - (India - Bengal) a suprisingly delicious dish, lightly spiced.[0v]
- Zanzibar Mix - (Africa, Zanzibar) tasty, substantial, suitable as a lunch.[v1]
Dal - Beans, Peas, Lentils
- (peeled and/or split beans, peas and lentils)
- Ash Gourd Kootu - (India, Tamil Nadu) a delicious side robust enough to be a vegetarian main.[v3]s
- Ash Gourd with Moong Dal - (India, Tamil Nadu) a light but spicy side dish.[v3,4]
- Bitter Gourd Curry - (India, Chettinad) an interestingly flavored and medicinal dish.[v1]
- Green Tomato Masiyal - (India - South) a delicious recipe of tomatoes and Toor Dal.[v3]
- Idli - Rice Cakes - (India, South / Sri Lanka) a very important breakfast item.[v0]
- Lentils (Red) with Amaranth - (Sri Lanka) delicious blend of flavors.[mv2]
- Lentil (Red) Soup - (Palestine) a surprisingly flavorful soup course or main.[v1]
- Lentil (Red) Soup - (Syria) an elegant, simple to make soup course.[v0]
- Lentil (Red) & Wheat Soup - (Turkey -Kurdish a different take on a popular soup.[v2]
- Mung Bean Dal - (India) Moong Dal, tasty foil to more complex dishes
- Opo & Chana Dal Curry - (India, Bihar) a delightful light but flavorful curry.[v3]
- Opo Kootu - (India, South) an excellent, flavorful Kootu with Opo Gourd.[v1+]
- Rasam with Lemon - (India, Tamil Nadu) delicious and lightly tart, to serve with rice.[v3]
- Red Lentil & Apricot Soup - (Armenia) soups with fruit are popular in the region.[v0]
- Red Lentil & Bulgur Soup - (Turkey) a very popular soup in Turkey, easy to make.[mv2]
- Red Lentil & Mint Soup - (Turkey) delicious and elegant, but easy to make.[mv2]
- Sambar with Cauliflower - (India) A delicious toor dal stew served with rice.[v2]
- Spinach Stem Stir Fry - (India, south) Delicious with well balanced flavors. Serve with rice.[v3]
Beans, Sataw
- Chicken Gizzards & Livers - (Indonesia) a popular combination with sataw beans.[3]
Bean Flours
- (Besan, etc.)

Shiro Powder, Mitten - (Ethiopia, Eritrea) chickpea powder toasted and spiced, for stews.[v1]
Shiro Wat - (Africa: Ethiopia) a very popular "stew" from Chickpea Flour.[v1]
Toasted Chickpea Flour (Besan) - (Burma) a very important pantry staple in Burma.[v0]

Beef & Veal

Abzhorka Salad - (Russia) a beef and vegetable salad that's sure to please.[0]
Ata DinDin Stew - (Nigeria) a delicious traditional Beef variety stew.[3]
Barley & Beef Soup - (Tibet) a substantial soup with interesting tastes, textures.[0]
Bean Sprout Soup with Beef - (Korea) a quick and simple, but satisfying soup.[0]
Beef Adobo - (Filipino) a very intense, beefy adobo - fairly dry.[2-3]
Beef Adobo with Potatoes - (Filipino) very tasty and more economical than without potatoes.[2-3]
Beef with Asparagus - (China) Excellent flavor and texture - and easy to make.
Beef with Asparagus & Black Beans - (China, south) Stir fry with traditional saucing.[0]
Beef with Bamboo - (Thai) a simple but satisfying stir fry.[2]
Beef & Bamboo Red Curry - (Thai) an excellent and very popular red curry.[3]
Beef with Bamboo Shoots - (Korea) a stir fry with bamboo shoots, unusual in Korea.[1]
Beef, Bamboo & Yu Choy - (Thai) a pleasing stir fry with contrastings flavors and textures.[3]
Beef and Banana Stew - (Africa E. Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda) a very popular stew.[1]
Beef with Basil - (Thai) A light beefy dish with interesting textural contrasts.[3]
Beef & Barley Soup - (Czech) a substantial and meaty soup, good for buffet parties.
Beef & Bean Sprouts - (Thai) easy and tasty with chili vinegar sauce. [2+]
Beef BBQ - Mak-Bulgogi - (Korea) an easy BBQ Beef for home service.[0]
Beef with Bell Peppers - (Thai) simple and satisfying in the Chinese style.[1+]
Beef with Bitter Melon - (Filipino) stir fry, balanced between Beef and Bitter Melon.[0]
Beef & Bok Choy - (Japan) flavorful stir fry of beef, bok choy and mushrooms.
Beef with Bok Choy & Rice Ovals - (China - Shanghai) a popular stir fry with unusual textures.[0]
Beef with Bitter Melon - (China, Guangzhou) very Beefy with Black Bean Sauce.[0]
Beef Braised in Brown Ale - (England) simple to make, and very beefy.
Beef, Braised in Antique Style - (Spain) a recipe little changed from Medieval times.
Beef Braised with Mushrooms - (Bhutan) tasty, easy and from available ingredients.[2+]
Beef Braised, Taiyuan - (China - Taiyuan) simply marinated beef in a sauce.
Beef with Broccoli and Rice Noodles #1 - (Thai) very popular in California this dish shows Chinese influence.
Beef with Broccoli and Rice Noodles #2 - (Thai) a popular one dish lunch in Thailand.
Beef & Broccoli Soup - (China) with noodles - easy and stisfying.
Beef with Bulgur - (Lebanon) a substantial and satisfying main dish.
Beef Cardán Soup - (Bolivia) an extremely popular and tasty hangover cure soup.[0]
Beef with Cashews - (Thai) a simple to prepare dish in the Chinese style.
Beef with Cauliflower - (Thai) simple and tasty stir fry.
Beef with Celery & Bamboo - (China, Szechuan) Deep flavor with contrasting textures.[2]
Beef Cheeks, Braised - (France) marinated in red wine, tender and succulent.
Beef Chili #1 - (USA) the real thing - no beans.
Beef Chili Hunan - (China, Hunan) Beef and potatoes with a distinctly Hunan chili sauce.[3]
Beef with Chilis - (Korea) a light meat dish with plenty of Korean flavor.
Beef with Chilis - (China, Sichuan) a beefy specialty from the salt mine region.[3]
Beef with Chinese Broccoli - (China) an excellent flavorful stir fry.[0]
Beef & Choy - (Thai) stir fry, easy and delicious.[2]
Beef & Choy Five Spice - (China - North) aromatically flavored marinated beef with crispy choy.
Beef Civechi Stew - (Bulgaria /Romaina) a famous stew with lots of vegetables.[1]
Beef Creole Stew - (Argentina) a classic Argentine dish, good for parties.[0]
Beef & Cucumber Salad - (France) a delightful and satisfying combination.
Beef Curry Dry Fried - (Indonesia) an intensely flavored meaty side or Asian dish.[2]
Beef Curry Durban - (South Africa) A spicy curry for rice, roti, nshima, or Bunny fill.[3]
Beef Curry Mussamun - a (Thai) take on the aromatic cuisine of Hyderabad, India.[2]
Beef & Daikon Red Cooked - (China, Jiangnan) flavorful beef with veg and plenty of sauce.[0]
Beef Dry Curry - (Indonesia) excellent at room temperature or warm.[2,3]
Beef and Eggplant Green Curry - (Thai) a fiery curry with plenty of Beef and Eggplant flavor.
Beef & Eggplant Soup - (Cambodia) aromaticly flavorful and satisfying. [1]
Beef and Eggplant Stir Fry - (Laos) simple but satisfying [1+].
Beef Fenugreek Stew - (Africa E: Ethiopia) very popular in the walled city of Harar.[2]
Beef Firfir Stew - (Africa: Eritrea) a delicious "one pot dish", Beef with Injera.[2]
Beef & Fern Soup - (Korea) quick and simple with robust flavor.[2+]
Beef & Royal Fern Soup - (Korea) a flavorful and substantial cool weather soup.[2+]
Beef in Fiery Sauce - (China, Sichuan) Beefy, not Thai hot, but hot for China.[4]
Beef with Fried Noodles - (Vietnam) a popular standard of "street food" origin.
Beef Fried Rice - (Thai) a tasty fried rice and beef in Thai style.[0]
Beef with Fuzzy Melon - (China) a flavorful meaty dish of beef and gourd.[0]
Beef with Garlic Potatoes - (England) an interesting cassarole topped with potatoes.[0]
Beef & Ginger Topping. - (Japan) very simple, but very tasty.[0]
Beef Goulash - (Hungary) the basic Hungarian beef goulash - delicous!
Beef Goulash with Sauerkraut - (Hungary) a light stew good for warmer days.
Beef & Greens - (Africa, W) an excellent and nutritious soup from the Hausa.[0]
Beef with Green Beans - (China) a delicious mix of flavors in a stir fry.[0]
Beef Green Curry - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and beef.[3]
Beef, Ground with Corn, & Chayote - (Costa Rica) a tasty ground beef with vegetables.[0]
Beef, Ground, with Okra & Spinach - (Africa, sub-Sahara) very tasty and easy to make - and not slimy.[3]
Beef & Herb Salad - (Thai) very popular salad or cool summer main dish.[2]
Beef with Holy Basil & Chilis - (Thai) very popular with Thais - also Pork, Chicken, Squid, Shrimp.
Beef with Horseradish Sauce - (Russia) a substantial and intensely flavorful stew.
Beef with Krachai - (Thai) a dish that uses red curry paste but isn't a curry.
Beef Larb Salad - (Laos / Issan) a famous chopped meat salad from the Laotian region.[2]
Beef with Liver Sauce - (Filipino) an unusual but satisfying stew.[1]
Beef with Long Beans - (Thai) a quick easy dish exploiting the dark flavor of long beans.
Beef with Long Beans - (Cambodia) an easy stir fry exploiting complimentary flavors.[0]
Beef / Lamb with Long Beans - (Uzbek) a simple and flavorfully beefy stew with long beans.[0]
Beef in Magdalener Sauce - (Germany) braised beef in an intense wine sauce.
Beef in Melon Sauce - (Spain) beef stewed in an intrigueing, mildely sweet sauce.[0]
Beef Mince Curry - (Africa: Tanzania) A delicious curry with short cooking time.[2]
Beef & Mint Salad - (Vietnam) substantial and absolutely delicious![2]
Beef with Mixed Vegetables - (Thai) a simple dish in the Chinese style.
Beef with Mushrooms - (Korea) simple to make and very flavorful.[1]
Beef with Mushrooms & Noodles - (Korea) a summer dish with amazingly balanced flavors.[1]
Beef with Mustard Greens - (China) interesting contrasts in flavor and texture.[0]
Beef Onion Pot Roast - (Spain) A good sturdy peasant dish, braised beef with onions, potatoes.
Beef with Oyster Sauce - (China - Guangzhou) an intensely flavored beef stir fry.[0]
Beef Patties Chapli - (Afghan / Pakistan) a very popular flat Kebab.[2]
Beef Peanut Stew / Soup - (Africa, Nigeria, Ghana) a popular and substantial stew.[2]
Beef Pepper Steak - (China, Sichuan) simple, quick, easy, with familiar taste.[2+]
Beef Pepper Steak - (Chinese American) very popular stir fry in American resturants.[0]
Beef, Pork, & Potatoes - (Estonia, etc) Popular home style dish with ground meats.[0]
Beef Pot Roast - (England - Midlands) delicious at home and popular at parties.
Beef Pot Roast with Horseradish - (Lithuania) - A very flavorful pot roast for home or parties.
Beef & Potato Curry - (Vietnam) Substantial and satisfying.[1]
Beef & Potato Curry - (Burma) Beef is used in a few regions of Burma.[1]
Beef Quick Fried - (China) you don't want to do this.
Beef & Radish Spicy Soup - (Korea) an excellent main dish soup with just enough chili.[3]
Beef Red Curry #1 - (Thai) a light flavorful curry with coconut milk.[2]
Beef Red Curry #2 - (Thai) a popular Thai country curry with eggplants.[3]
Beef Rib Soup, Hetman-style - (Ukraine) hearty and flavorful, from the Ukranian Kozak region.
Beef & Rice Soup - (Georgia) popular in the former Soviet states.
Beef & Scallions - (China) a simple meaty stir fry with very Chinese flavor.
Beef Seco - (Peru) a "dry" stew of beef and potatoes with cilantro sauce.[1]
Beef & Sesame Stir Fry - (Vietnam) highly flavored and flexible.[3]
Beef Slivers Dry Fried - (China - Sichuan) a simple, tasty and very versatile dish.[2]
Beef Short Ribs - (USA) very tasty served hot or cold.
Beef Vegie Soup - (S. California) plenty of vegies and enough beef.[2]
Beef Soup - Northern Thai - (Thai - North) amazingly complex and interesting flavors.[4]
Beef Soup / Stew - (Swiss) easy to make and thoroughly enjoyable.
Beef with Spicy Vegetables - (Korea) a traditional thick soup with Scallions and Fern.[3]
Beef and "Spinach" Stew - (Africa, Ghana) a satisfying beef, tomato, onion and chard stew.[2]
Beef Stew, Cauldron - (Ireland) very tasty, good for parties.
Beef Stew Caldillo - (Mayan) delicious and satisfying stew of Beef and Vegetables.[1]
Beef Stew with Chestnuts - (England) A beefy stew with chestnuts to provide contrast.
Beef Stew, Georgian - (Georgia) popular all over the former Soviet Union.
Beef Stew, Hessian - (Germany - Hesse) substantial, and popular at parties.
Beef Stew with Peanut Sauce - (Filipino) Kare-kare, a popular stew for celebrations.[0]
Beef Stew, Sour - (Georgia) amazing flavor, with relatively little beef.[1]
Beef Stock, Russian - (Russia) the base for many hearty soups.
Beef Stew with Potatoes - (Puerto Rico) a delicious and satisfying stew.[0]
Beef Stew Senegal - (Africa, Senegal) A fine beef stew from the former French colony.[0]
Beef Stew Tanzania - (Africa, E) a satisfying beef stew, and a good party dish.[0]
Beef Stew with Vegetables - (Georgia) beef with plenty of vegies and fresh herbs.[1]
Beef Suqaar - (Africa, Somalia) A simple beefy stew with vegetables.[0]
Beef, Tangy Braised - (Filipino) similar in principle to American beef stews.[0]
Beef with Three Vegetables - (China) flavorful and easy to make marinated beef with vegetables.[0]
Beef with Tofu & Vegetables - (Korea) a quick stew with interesting flavors and textures.[1]
Beef with Tomato - (Indonesia) Amazingly delicious and easy to make.[3+]
Beef and Tomato Sauté - (Chile) A simple summer dish, like an Asian stir fry.[0]
Beef with Tomato & Onions - (Greek) braised beef with whole tiny onions.
Beef with Tomato & Peas - (Italy) beef stewed in a tomato - wine sauce.
Beef & Vegetable Stew - (Africa, Ethiopia) Attractive, excellent Meat vs. Vegies ballance.[2]
Beef & Watercress - (China) a simple stir fry with interesting flavor and texture. [3]
Beef & Water Spinach - (Thai) a tasty easy to make stir fry. [3]
Beef & Watercress Salad - (Vietnam) very flavorful warm or at room temperature.[0]
Beef & Wheat Bokoboko - (Africa, Tanzania) beef & grain dish from the Swahili Coast.[0]
Beef with Yu Choy - (China) an intensely flavored beef and vegetable stir fry.[2-3]
Beef with Zuchini - (Korea) a light meat/vegi dish with Korean flavor.
Beef with Zucchini - (Thai) easy and satisfying.[2]
Black Bean Stew with Meats - (Brazil) Feijoada is perhaps the most famous Brazilian dish.[0]
Boeuf Camarguaise - (France) a very tasty braised beef stew with wine.
Boeuf à la Gordienne - (France) a beef stew braised in red wine, popular in Provence
Boiled Beef & Stock - (Russia) popular sliced with horseradish sauce.
Boiled Beef & Stock - (Austria) Emperor Franz Josef's favorite lunch.
Borshch, Ukrainian #1 - (Ukraine) a soup of worldwide fame.
Borshch, Zaporizhzhya-style - (Ukraine) a delicious soup from the Kozak regions.
Buntis Huhn - (Germany) a fine light stew of beans, vegetables and beef or pork.
Cabbage Rolls #1 - (Poland) cabbage leaves with an all meat stuffing and sauce.
Cabbage Rolls #2 - (Ukraine) cabbage leaves with meat and rice stuffing and sauce.
Cabbage Rolls #3 - (Finland) tasty, and rather different from Polish rolls.
Cabbage Rolls #4 - (Norway) a simple but tasty all meat cabbage roll.
Cabbage Rolls #5 - (Armenia, Turkey) simple lamb and/or beef stuffed rolls.[0]
Cali-Thai Burger - (California) a Los Angeles burger in the Thai style.[2+]
Cawl / Lobsgows - (Wales) a very hearty traditional beef and bacon stew.
Cochabambina Soup - (Bolivia) a compex soup with beef, lamb and lots of vegies.[0]
Cocido - (Spain) the signature one pot feast of Spain.
Corned Beef and Cabbage - (US/Canada) not really Irish, but a St. Patrick's day standard.
Cozido - (Brazil) one-pot feast, similar to Portuguese Cozido.[0]
Cutlets of Meat and Potatoes - (Africa E. Tanzania) a popular street or restaurant item.[1]
Goulash Soup - (Germany) delicious soup, main course or party dish.[0]
Hamburgers, Russian - (Russia) unusaual, incorperating beets, and quite delicious.
Lapskaus / Labskovs - (Norway, Denmark) traditional Beef stew from the seaports.
Lamb & Cauliflower Stew - (Afghanistan) A delicious light stew for lamb or beef.
Lamb & Vegies with Lemon Sauce - (Turkey) a delicious stew with sauce. Works with beef too.[0]
Lamb / Beef & Vegie Stew - (Uzbek) a tasty stew, widely adopted, including in Russia.[0]
Malabar Spinach with Beef - (Japan) A Chinese style stir fry adapted for Japan.
Mapo Tofu - (China, Sichuan) famous tofu dish, intensely flavored.[4]
Meat Dumplings, Prussian - (Germany) tender and tasty meat balls in sauce.
Meat & Vegetable Salad - (Uzbek) a very nice, flavorful and substantial salad or light lunch.[0]
Melon Dolma - (Armenia) stuffed with beef and rice - aromatic and excellent!
Minari & Beef - Banchan - (Korea) banchan with the intersting herbal flavor of Minari.[0]
Noodles with Vegetables & Beef - (Korea) Japchae, a deservedly famous Korean dish.[mv0]
Norfolk Pottage - (England) an outstanding stew for larger gatherings.
Oxtail Soup - (Scandinavia) a very popular, tasty and substantial soup.
Oxtail Stew Anita - (Brazil) a delicious stew. Takes time, but not too much work.[0]
Oxtail Stew / Soup - (China, Sichuan / Hunan) a hearty, easy to make stew / soup.[0+]
Pasta Casserole with Meat - (Lebanon) in a European style with Lebanese spicing.
Pasta Sauce with Beef - (Africa, Somalia) pasta is still very popular in Somalia.[0]
Pelmeni - Siberian Dumplings - (Russia) once survival food, now popular all over Russia.[mv]
Peppers, Small Stuffed - (Ukraine) an attractive and very flavorful appetizer.
Pepper Steak - (China, Sichuan) simple, quick, easy, with familiar taste.[2+]
Prague Salad - (Czech) a popular meat salad with good flavor and interesting textures.
Puchero - Argentine - (Argentina) a very popular stew and party platter.[0]
Red Pea Soup - (Jamaica) a truly outstanding soup of kidney beans, meats, and potatoes.[2]
Rice Cake Soup with Beef - (Korea) a simple soup that can be a lunch or light main.[0]
Sauerbraten - (Germany - Rhineland) traditional marinated beef.
Scouse - (England) the "cannot live without" stew of Liverpool.
Shchi - Russian Cabbage Soup - (Russia) the most traditional Russian soup.
Somali Soup / Stew - (Somalia, Djibouti, Yemen) vegies and various meats.[1]
Soy Paste Stew with Beef - (Korea) A signature dish of Krean cooking, flavorful, substantial.[2]
Swedish Meatballs - (Sweden) popular throughout Scandinavia - and the USA.
Tashkent Salad with Meat - (Uzbek) a simple herbal radish salad with strips of meat.[0]
Thai Noodles - (Thai) a classic "fast food" in Thailand with shrimp or various meats
Panang Curry (various) - (Thai) a popular moderately spicy curry in Malaysian style.
Reuben Sandwich - (US) an American classic from Omaha.
Seaweed Soup with Beef - (Korea) a light soup combining complimetary tastes.[0]
Soup Joumou - (Haiti) a substantial celebration soup for New Years and Independence Day.[1+]
Swedish Hash - (Sweden) a substantial breakfast dish of meat, potatoes and egg.
Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry - (Korea) Japchae - a popular celebration dish.[mv0]
Vegetable Stew Andalusian - (Spain) a robust, meat rich Winter vegetable stew.[0]

Variety Meats

Ata DinDin Stew - (Nigeria) a delicious traditional Beef variety stew.[3]
Beef Cardán Soup - (Bolivia) an extremely popular and tasty hangover cure soup.[0]
Beef Cheeks, Braised - (France) marinated in red wine, tender and succulent.
Beef Cheeks, Braised - (Italy) tender juicy meat with sauce.
Beef Makongoro Soup - (Africa E. Tanzania) once food for the poor, now popular.[1]
Beef Shanks with Variety Meats - (China - Northeast) flexible for serving and made ahead.[0]
Beef Tendons with Pork - (China - Sichuan) flavorful with interesting contrasts.[1 or 3]
Beef Tongue - (Europe) - a popular appetizer and sandwich meat.
Beef Tongue in Wine Sauce - (Bolivia) a delightfully tasty main course stew.[0]
Beef Variety Loaf - (California) Jellied Loaf of Beef Shank and Variety Meats[0]
Bull Balls - (Spain) a delightful tapas recipe, very tasty.[1]
Cau Cau - Tripe & Potatoes - (Peru) a traditional stew, served with rice.[0]
Chicken with Tripe - (China) interesting texture contrasts, pleasant flavor.[0]
Dried Beef - (Brazil, etc) an important ingredient in parts of South America.[0]
Fried Rice, Nigerian - (Africa, Nigeria) a very fine dish for home or party.[0+]
Hearts with Prunes - (Scand) long cooking but flavorful and satisfying.
Khash - (Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan) Breakfast of Heros.
Kidneys: See Kidneys section for various recipes.
Liver, Beef Fried - (Africa E. Tanzania) a versitile dish, appetizer, side or main.[0]
Liver, Italian Style - (Cuba) more Spanish than Italian, but very good.[0]
Liver and Onions - (Africa E. Uganda) a traditional dish, with a few modern touches.[0]
Liver & Onions - (Korea) an easy and tasty take on this inseperable pairing.[0]
Matumbo / Tripe Stew - (Africa E Kenya) a very popular and delicious stew, economical too.[2]
Menudo - (Mexico) famous as a hangover cure, it's also a good soup.
Mixed Meat Solyanka - (Russia) a mildly sour soup with a range of flavors and textures.[0]
Mondongo Colombiano - (Colombia) a very popular Tripe, Pork and Chorizo soup.[0]
Norfolk Pottage - (England) an outstanding stew for larger gatherings.
Soft Tofu Stew with Meat - (Korea) a popular stew, spicy and flavorful.[3]
Sweetbreads with Lemon Sauce - (Poland) totally delicious, and not difficult to make.
Sweetbreads with Mushroom Sauce - (Italy) delicious - and popular at parties.
Sweetbreads in Mushroom Sauce - (California) flavofully cooked in Chinese style.[0]
Sweetbreads with Pasta - (Italy) an interesting and flavorful pasta dish.
Tongue & Veal Salad - (Italy) beef tongue and veal (or chicken) matchsticks with dressing.
Tripe a la Criolla - (Puerto Rico) - intensely flavorful and substantial, but not heavy.
Tripe with Black Mushrooms - (China) a treat for those who enjoy less common delicacies.
Tripe, Herb Marinated - (Italy - South) use as an antopasto, side dish or sandwich filling.
Tripe with Onions, Wexford - (Irish) a tasty side or even main dish for two.
Tripe Pörkölt - (Hungary) once a peasant dish, now sought by connoisseurs.[0]
Cau Cau - Tripe & Potatoes - (Peru) a traditional stew, served with rice.[0]
Tripe & Vegetable Soup - (Swiss) substantial but not heavy, suited to all seasons.
Variety Meat Stew - (Jewish - Morocco) a popular Passover dish.

Veal

Tongue & Veal Salad - (Italy) beef tongue and veal (or chicken) matchsticks with dressing.
Veal Breast Roast - (Euro-Amer) delicious, economical and very easy.

Beer

Carp with Beer - (Poland) from a land that loves Carp and Beer.[0]

Beets

Apple, Beet, & Cabbage Salad - (Poland) a simple but refreshing salad, vinaigrette dressed.[v0]
Beet & Black Cumin Soup - (Morocco) interesting and intense flavors.[v]
Beets & Greens, Glazed - (Uzbek) an amazingly flavoful sweet/tart side dish.[v0]
Beet Greens Pesto - (Califronia) a delicious (and economical) alternate to Basil Pesto.[v]
Beets with Horseradish - (Poland) Delicious as a salad, condiment, or spread.[v0]
Beet & Onion Salad - (Greek) a fine vegetable salad for anyone who likes beets.[v]
Beets, Pickled - (Poland) a tasty appetizer or side dish, and easy to make.[v0]
Beets, Pickled - (England) considered an essential side for some meat stews.[v0]
Beets, Pickled - (Finland) the most popular pickle in Finland.[v]
Beets, Pickled - (Norway) tasty and mild, serve warm or cold.[v]
Beets, Pickled - (Denmark) Served with everything, Smørrebrød topping.[v]
Beets, Quick Pickle - (Baltic) a tasty pickle to accompany Baltic dishes.[v0]
Beets Quick Pickled - (Denmark) for recipes when you don't have the regular ones.[v]
Beet & Potato Salad - (Estonia / Latvia) very famous party salad.[v0]
Beet Salad - (Finland) highly rated by beet enthusiasts.[ov]
Beet Salad - (Germany) no dairy in this one, and light horseradish.[v]
Beet Salad - (Czech) a fine salad with light horseradish and no dairy.[v]
Beet Salad - (Russia) a popular salad with beets, walnuts and prunes.[ov]
Beet Salad, Polish - (Poland) a very tasty Beet Salad, easy to make ahead.[v0]
Beet Stems, Marinated - (California) a surprisingly delicious use for beet stems.[v]
Beet & Vegetable Salad - (Africa: Ethiopia) a cold salad with interesting contrasts.[v1]
Beet & Vegetable Stew - (Africa: Ethiopia) Healthy side dish, lunch, or vegie main.[v1]
Beet Vinaigrette - (Russia) A very nice beety appetizer less tart than pickled beets.[v]
Beet & Yogurt Salad #1 - (Turkey) good beet flavor, but less acidic than many beet salads.[ov]
Beet & Yogurt Salad #2 - (Turkey) A fine beet salad that makes an attractive presentation.[ov]
Beet & Yogurt Tahini Salad - (Lebanon) a delectible and attractive salad.[ov0]
Borshch, Lenten - (Russia) a fine vegan borscht for the long Lenten fasts.[v0]
Borshch, Ukranian #1 - (Ukraine) a soup of worldwide fame.
Borshch, Zaporizhzhya-style - (Ukraine) a delicious soup from the Kozak regions.
Chicken, Beet & Turnip Soup - (Uzbek) simple, substantial, easy to make and delicious.[0]
Diced Vegetable Salad - (Russia) a delicious salad for buffet, lunch or dinner.[ov0]
Hamburgers, Russian - (Russia) unusaual, incorperating beets, and quite delicious.
Mushroom Borshch - (Russia) an excellent soup that's also vegetarian safe.[v0]

Bitter Melon

- Actually a Gourd

Ampalaya & Cucumber Salad - (Philippine) An attractive salad incorporating Bitter Melon.[v0]
Beef with Bitter Melon - (Filipino) stir fry, balanced between Beef and Bitter Melon.[0]
Beef with Bitter Melon - (China, Guangzhou) very Beefy with Black Bean Sauce.[0]
Bitter Gourd Curry - (India, Chettinad) an interestingly flavored and medicinal dish.[v1]
Bitter Melon with Ground Pork - an interesting and flaavorful stir fried side dish / appetizer.[02]
Bitter Melon with Pork, Shrimp - (Philippine) a tasty light Ampalaya main dish.[0]
Bitter Melon Sauté - (Trinidad) an Indian style vegetable dish.[v0]
Fish Stew with Vinegar - (Philippine) a very popular lightly tart fish stew.[1]
Mung Bean Soup - (Philippine) with Bitter Melon Leaves, pork and shrimp.[0]
Pork with Bitter Melon - (Philippine) pork and vegie stir fry with medicinal bitter melon.[0]
Pork & Bitter Melon Stir Fry - (China) a popular flavor combination in Asia.
Pork Rib & Bitter Melon Soup - (Thai) popular throughout East and Southeast Asia.[0]
Pork & Vegetable Stew - (Philippine) an interesting stew emphasizing vegetables.[0].

Bok Choy

- See Choy

Bread

Beef Firfir Stew - (Africa: Eritrea) a delicious "one pot dish", Beef with Injera.[2]
Bunny Chow - (South Africa) a very popular dish in Durban, curry filled bread.[mv1]
Croutons, Polish - (Poland) a simple but very popular garnish.[v]
French Toast - (Euro-Amer) a quick easy breakfast, and quite satisfying too.[ov]
Injera with Flaxseed Sauce - (Africa, Ethiopia) surprisingly delicious with nice textures.[v1]
Kicha Fit Fit - (Africa, Eritria) a popular breakfast of spiced fried bread.[v1]
Kvass - (Slavic, Baltic etc.) a very traditional fermented beverage.
One Eyed Jack - (Euro-Amer) an easy breakfast that's tasty too.
Tajik Bread Salad - (Tajik) a popular salad, often served "buffet style".[v0]
Welsh Rabbit - (England) a classic - cheese on toast.[ov]

Breadfruit

Breadfruit Fries - (Carib) - an aromatic alternative to potato fries.[v]

Broccoli - Western

Broccoli with Olives - (Italy) a delicious way to cook broccoli.[v]
Broccoli, Sichuan - (China - Sichuan) an easy to make vegetable side dish.[v1]
Bucatini with Broccoli - (Italy) popular light main dish or pasta course from Calabria.[v]
Pasta with Broccoli - (Italy) a Sicilian recipe showing North African influence.
Pasta with Broccoli #4 - (California) simple but delicious, pasta, broccoli and a light sauce.[v]
Pasta with Broccoli and Bacon - (Italy) pasta with broccoli enriched with a touch of bacon.

Broccoli - Chinese

- (Gai Lan)

Beef & Broccoli Soup - (China) with noodles - easy and stisfying.
Beef with Broccoli and Rice Noodles #1 - (Thai) very popular in California this dish shows Chinese influence.
Beef with Broccoli and Rice Noodles #2 - (Thai) a popular one dish lunch in Thailand.
Beef with Chinese Broccoli - (China) an excellent flavorful stir fry.[0]
Broccoli in Black Bean Sauce - (China) a favorite Gai Lan dish, side or vegetarian main.[v0]
Chicken with Chinese Broccoli - (Thai) marinaded for added flavor, worth the wait.
Chinese Broccoli with Ginger Sauce - (China) a light, aromatic side dish of greens with sauce.[v0]
Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce - (China) a simple side dish of greens with sauce.[0]
Gai Lan Stir Fry - (Malaysia) a fine light main or vegetable side dish for Western cuisine.[mv0]
Pork with Broccoli (Gai Lan) - (Burma, Shan) a simple dish of Pork and Greens.[2+]
Pork with Broccoli & Rice Noodles - (Cambodia) a stir fry "hotted" with black pepper rather than chilis.
Pork with Chinese Broccoli - (Thai Style) one of my favorite stir fries.[3+]
Pork, Ground with Chinese Broccoli - (China, Sichuan) a tasty and satisfying dish, quick to make.[3]
Shrimp with Chinese Broccoli - (Thai) shrimp with plenty of greens and interesting tastes.[f1]
Vegetable Stir Fry - (Viet) a side dish suitable for practictically any cuisine.[v0]

Broccoli, Italian

- (Rapini, Broccoli Rabe)

Pasta with Rapini & Sausage - (Italy) simple, easty to make and satisfying - pasta dish or light main.
Sausages & Greens - (Italy) a delicious combination for a side, light main or breakfast.

Brussels Sprouts

Pasta, Bacon & Brussels Sprouts - (California) Absurdly simplistic but quick and very satisfying.
Pasta & Vegetable - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, or pasta course.[v0]
Pasta & Vegatable with Bacon - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, of pasta course.[0]

Buckwheat

Buckwheat Kasha - (Russia) a flavorful easy to make "cereal" dish. [ov]
Buckwheat Kasha w/Mushrooms - (Russia) a very fine multi-use Lenten / vegetarian dish.[v]

Bulgur

- see Wheat - Bulgur & Freekeh

Butter

Ghee & Clarified Butter - (Worldwide) making butter into stable, high tempeature frying oil.[ov0]
Lemon, Butter & Tomato Sauce - (California) a very nice sauce for spooning over fish fillets[ov0].
Niter Kibbeh / Spiced Clarified Butter - (Ethiopia, Eritrea) an essential ingredient.[ov0]

Cabbage - Head

Apple, Beet, & Cabbage Salad - (Poland) a simple but refreshing salad, vinaigrette dressed.[v0]
Barley & Cheese Soup - (Ecuador) substantial, satisfying, and nourishing.[ov0]
Beef & Mint Salad - (Vietnam) substantial and absolutely delicious![2]
Cabbage Cilantro Salad - (Chile) A simple, elegant and refreshing salad.[v1]
Cabbage with Coconut - (India, South) a tasty light side dish, moderately spiced.[v2]
Cabbage Leaves - Safest Method - (Worldwide) a safe and effective way to separate leaves.[v0]
Cabbage with Noodles - (Poland) a simple and very popular vegetarian main dish.[v]
Cabbage Rolls #1 - (Poland) cabbage leaves with an all meat stuffing and sauce.
Cabbage Rolls #2 - (Ukraine) cabbage leaves with meat and rice stuffing and sauce.
Cabbage Rolls #3 - (Finland) tasty, and rather different from Polish rolls.
Cabbage Rolls #4 - (Norway) a simple but tasty all meat cabbage roll.
Cabbage Rolls #5 - (Armenia, Turkey) simple lamb and/or beef stuffed rolls.[0]
Cabbage Salad - (Georgia) This unusual salad is particularly good for appetizers.[v2]
Cabbage Salad - Jamaican - (Jamaica / California) a fine tasty salad suitable for table or buffet.[v0+]
Cabbage Soup with Pork - (Laos) a light and tasty (depending on your pork stock) soup.
Cabbage Sweet Pickle Salad - (Poland) a very quick salad you need no apology for.[v0]
Cabbage & Watercress Salad - (Spain - Canary Islands) a fresh salad that deserves frequent serving.[v0]
Carp with Red Cabbage - (Poland) from a land that loves Carp and Cabbage.[0]
Chap Chai Nonya - (Singapore) an amazing mixed vegetable stir fry.[v0]
Chicken with Cabbage - (Turkey) delicious, and very easy to make.[1]
Chicken Salad Vietnam - (Vietnam) an excellent party salad, durable on buffet.[2]
Colcannon - Potatoes & Kale - (Irish) an excellent change from plain mashed potatoes.[ov]
Corned Beef and Cabbage - (US/Canada) not really Irish, but a St. Patrick's day standard.
Curtido - Salvadoran Sauerkraut - (El Salvador / Nicaragua) an essential table condiment[v1]
Kachumber - Cabbage - (India) an interesting vegetable side dish or appetizer.[v1+]
Mixed Noodles Salad - (Burma) an impresive party salad, not easy but worth it.[mv1]
Pork Ribs with Cabbage - (Africa) tasty, satisfying and healthy too.[2]
Red Cabbage Pickle - (Viet) excellent for the pickle layer in Banh Mi sandwiches.[v0]
Red Cabbage Pickle - (England) often served as a side dish to meat and meat stews.[v0]
Red Cabbage Salad - (Lithuania) incredibly simple and tasty too. [v]
Red Cabbage Salad with Fennel - (Spain) a salad presenting interesting textures and flavors.[v0]
Shchi - Russian Cabbage Soup - (Russia) the most traditional Russian soup.
Sour Cream Coleslaw - (Hungary) you may never want to make slaw with mayo again.[0ov]
Sauerkraut, Red Cabbage - (E.Euro, Baltic) a colorful alternative to White Cabbage Kraut.[v0]
Sauerkraut, White Cabbage - (E.Euro, Baltic) very popular in the Baltics and Eastern Europe.[v0]
Tiny Potatoes with Herbs - (California) a colorful buffet appetizer or side dish.[0v]

Cabbage - Napa / Chinese

- See Sui Choy and other Choys.

Cactus

Cactus Salad - (Mexico, Yucatá) sliced Nopales with chili and tomatoes.[v3]
Mushroom & Cactus Soup - (Mexico City) a spectacularly flavorful soup.[mv2]
Nopales & Eggs - (Mexico) a popular easy to make breakfast dish.[ov2]

Calf's Foot

Khash - (Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan) Breakfast of Heros.
Menudo - (Mexico) famous as a hangover cure, it's also a good soup.
Tripe a la Criolla - (Puerto Rico) - intensely flavorful and substantial, but not heavy.

Camel

Somali Soup / Stew - (Somalia, Djibouti, Yemen) vegies and various meats.[1]

Capers

Tapenade - (France) famous spread / ingredient from Provence.

Cardoons

Lamb with Cardoons - (Algeria) excellent lightly sauced lamb with an unusual vegetable.[0]

Carrots

Abzhorka Salad - (Russia) a beef and vegetable salad that's sure to please.[0]
Beef Suqaar - (Africa, Somalia) A simple beefy stew with vegetables.[0]
Beef, Tangy Braised - (Filipino) similar in principle to American beef stews.[0]
Beet & Vegetable Salad - (Africa: Ethiopia) a cold salad with interesting contrasts.[v1]
Beets & Vegetables Stew - (Africa: Ethiopia) Healthy side dish, lunch, or vegie main.[v1]
Celery & Carrot Ferment - (Baltic) a suprisingly aromatic and tasty appetizer.[v0]
Carrots with Herbs - (Spain) a simple and popular appetizer.[1v]
Carrots with Lime & Chili - (Mexico City) a surprisingly deligtful simple appetizer.[v2+]
Carrot Salad - (South Africa) very popular with the Indian communities.[v1]
Carrot Salad - (France) a tasty way to get your recommended dosage of carrot.[ov]
Carrot Salad - Koryo-saram - (Uzbek) a very popular salad introduced by Korean exiles.[v2]
Carrot Top Pesto - (California) use just the same as Pesto Genovese[v0]
Chicken in Almond Sauce - (Spain - Catalonia) a very famous dish from Moorish times.[0]
Chimichurri of Carrot Tops - (California / Argentina) condiment for meats, vegies, sandwiches.[v2]
Copper Penny Salad - (English Speaking) an old fashioned salad popular in RSA.[v0]
Cucumber Carrot Salad - (California) An amazing contrast of textures and flavors.[v0]
Daikon & Carrot Pickle - (Viet) a very popular pickle for use in Banh Mi sandwiches.[v0]
Diced Vegetable Salad - (Russia) a delicious salad for buffet, lunch or dinner.[ov0]
Lamb Plov Uzbek - (Uzbek) The signature dish of Central Asia, Lamb & Rice.[2]
Lamb / Beef & Vegie Stew - (Uzbek) a tasty stew, widely adopted, including in Russia.[0]
Lima Beans with Vegetables - (Turkey) Delish - and versatile: side, light lunch, veg main.[v0]
Pork Rib & Corn Soup - (Singapore, England, and California) a delightful side or light main.[0]
Pork Stew with Carrots - (China, Sichuan) suprisingly delicious, and easy to make.[3]
Pork with Vegetables - (Poland) A simple but quite satisfying cottage stew.[0]
Pork with Vegetables & Chili - (Burma) a quick stir fry with mild chili.[2]
Radish Carrot Salad - (Turkey) often served with meat dishes.[v]
Radish Carrot Salad - (Uzbek) similar to coleslaw - but no cabbage. [ov]
Red Bean Vegetable Soup - (El Salvador) - tasty & substantial for veg or omnivore.[v0]
Sauerkraut Slaw - (Poland) a lightly tart slaw salad good for buffet service.[v0]
Vegetable Pickle - (Africa E. Tanzania) A quick, easy to make appetizer pickle.[v1]
Vegetable Stir Fry - (Viet) a side dish suitable for practictically any cuisine.[v0]

Cassava

- [Cassava / Yuca / Manioc / Tapioca]

Athieke (Gari) Salad - (Africa, Senegal) an excellent colorful vegetable salad.[v2]
Banku - (Africa, Ghana) a fermented "mash" of corn and cassava popular in Ghanah.[v0]
Cassava Chips - (Africa E. Tanzania) like potato chips but easier to make[v0]
Cassava in Coconut Sauce - (Africa: Tanzania, Kenya) easy, delicious side or veg main.[v1]
Casava with Kachumbari Salad - (Africa E. Tanzania) a simple, economical and popular plate.[v1]
Chicken Sancocho Panama - (Panama) a very popular main dish that can be a soup course.[0]
Dumplings - Cassava - (Caribbean) a very popular dumpling in the region.[0v]
Farofa - (Brazil) a wildly popular side dish in Brazil. Easy to make.[mv0]
Fish & Vegetable Stew - (Africa, Senegal) a stew with diverse textures and intense flavors.[0]
Farofa with Eggs - (Brazil) A recipe based on the popular side dish Farofa.[mv0+]
Fufu of Cassava - (Africa, W,C) "Mashes" are the main dish for most West and Central Africans.[v0]
Gari Foto - (Africa, West) breakfast eggs with cassava granules and vegetables.[ov1]
Mondongo Colombiano - (Colombia) a very popular Tripe, Pork and Chorizo soup.[0]
Yuca Sticks - (Latin America / Caribbean) appetizer, side dish, easier the French fries.[v0]
Vegetable Salad Jarzynowa - (Poland) a popular and spectacularly tasty salad of vegetables.[v0]

Cashews

Beef with Cashews - (Thai) a simple to prepare dish in the Chinese style.
Chicken Cashew Stir Fry - (Brazil) a recipe revealing the Asian influence on Brazilian cuisine.[0]
Chicken with Cashews & Chilis - (Thai) an extremely popular dish in California.

Cauliflower

Beef with Cauliflower - (Thai) simple and tasty stir fry.
Cauliflower Achari - (india, North) slightly sour and moderately spiced curry.[v3]
Cauliflower with Bacon - (China, Sichuan) a fine side or light main, Chinese or Western.[0]
Cauliflower Curry - (India, South) simple but appealing vegetable curry.[v3+]
Cauliflower a la Grecque - (Italy) a light tart salad / appetizer to accompany heavier dishes,[v]
Cauliflower Kurma (Korma) - (India, South) an excellent Cauliflower dish, mild chili heat.[v2]
Cauliflower Kung Pao - (China, Sichuan) an interestingly flavored mildly spicy vegetable dish.[v2]
Cauliflower Masala Curry - (India, Northeast) a vegetable curry that won't dissappoint.[v2]
Cauliflower with Mayo Sauce - (Russia) - impressive and delicious - it will get eaten.[ov]
Cauliflower & Potato, Bengali - (India, Bengal) - A well spiced curry that is not chili hot. [v2]
Cauliflower & Potato Curry - (India south) - A mildly spiced curry.[v1]
Cauliflower, Potato & Eggplant Korma - (India northwest) - delicious, and aromatically spiced.[v1]
Cauliflower, Potato & Pea Curry - (India north) - A delicious vegetable main course.[v1]
Cauliflower Salad - (Bolivia) a simple salad to serve with roasts and the like.[v0]
Cauliflower Salad - (Czech) an unusual dressing makes this salad unique.[v0]
Cauliflower Salad - (Spain) a light, refereshing salad served in tapas bars.[v1]
Cauliflower & Scallions - (India) a lightly spiced side for Indian or Western dishes. [v]
Cauliflower Sauté - (India - Kashmir) delicious side or light vegetarian main.[v/ov]
Cauliflower Sicilian Style - (Italy, Sicily) an interesting and enjoyable Cauliflower treatment.[fv0]
Cauliflower & Tomatoes - (Burma - Bagan) a surprisingly flavorful vegetarian stir fry.[v0]
Chicken with Cauliflower - (China - California) a light and flavorful main dish stir fry.[0]
Chicken Cauliflower Curry - (india) expensive in India, but still delicous here.[1-2]
Fish Fillets with Cauliflower - (Poland) Delicious, attractive, and substantial.[0]
Fish & Mixed Vegetable Curry - (India Bengal) delicious, and just spicy enough.[3]
Pasta & Vegetable - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, or pasta course.[v0]
Pasta & Vegatable with Bacon - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, of pasta course.[0]
Pork Belly with Cauliflower - (China) nice stir fry that's both light and flavorful.[0]
Pork with Vegetables & Chili - (Burma) a quick stir fry with mild chili.[2]
Romanesco Cauliflower with Pasta - (California) a simple recipe for that fancy Italian cauliflower.[ov]
Sambar with Cauliflower - (India) A delicious toor dal stew served with rice.[v2]
Seafood & Vegetable Salad - (Spain - Valencia) an eye catching party salad.[0]
Vegetable Stir Fry - (Viet) a side dish suitable for practictically any cuisine.[v0]
Vegetable Vinegar Pickle - (Italy, Modena) way better than the pickles in the markets.[v0]

Celery

Apple Celery Walnut Salad - (Sweden) a crisp, refreshing salad, durable enough for buffet.[v]
Avocado Celery Salad - (Chile) a light, refreshing and unusual salad.[v0]
Beef with Celery & Bamboo - (China, Szechuan) Deep flavor with contrasting textures.[2]
Celery & Apple Salad - (Latvia) A very refreshing salad, and easily made.[v0]
Celery & Carrot Ferment - (Baltic) a suprisingly aromatic and tasty appetizer.[v0]
Celery à la Grecque - (France) - a refreshing lemony salad or appetizer.[v]
Celery, Marinated - (Greek) a fresh lemony appetizer salad, easy and do-ahead.[v]
Chicken Celery Stew - (Persian) a very tasty stew with a lot of herbs.[0]
Chicken in Sour Sauce - (China, Sichuan) tender chicken with crunchy bamboo shoots or celery.[2]
Fish with Celery - (Thai) outstandingly delicious, nice table presentation.[f1]
Fish with Celery, Basil - (Africa, Tanzania) an outstanding treatment for light fish fillets.[2]
Pork with Celery & Lemon Grass - (Singapore) Light, fresh and tasty with contrasting textures.[2]

Celery Root / Celeriac

Bean Soup - (German) substantial, satisfying and easy to make.[mv]
Celery Root Salad - (German / Polish) a delicious cooked vegetable salad.[v]
Celery Root Salad - (French) A very nice simple salad of raw celery root.[ov]
Fish in Wine Sauce - (Bulgaria) a delicious stew, served hot or cold.[0]
Mackerel with Lemon Sauce - (Bulgaria) Wow - what a cascade of flvors.[0]
Vegetable Salad Jarzynowa - (Poland) a popular and spectacularly tasty salad of vegetables.[v0]

Chard

(Swiss Chard)

Acorn Squash w/Chard & Cheese - (US) a nice side for roasts or as a vegetarian main. [ov]
Beef, Ground, with Okra & Spinach - (Africa, sub-Sahara) very tasty and easy to make - and not slimy.[3]
Beef and "Spinach" Stew - (Africa, Ghana) a satisfying beef, tomato, onion and chard stew.[2]
Chard with Chickpeas - (Spain / Morocco) a delicious side dish or Vegetarian main dish.[v0]
Chard, Chickpea & Rice Stew - (Palestine) A very popular stew, with vegetarian option.[mv0]
Chard with Raisins and Pine Nuts - (Spain) an excellent dish of greens, showing Arab influence.[v0]
Cucumber & Purslane Salad - (California) a pleasant variation from the regular ingredients.[v0]
Chard Stems, Pickled - (Turkey) an appetizer or stir fry ingredient, uses leftover stems.[v1]
Chard Stems, Pickled - (USA SW) an excelent pickled condiment for various uses.[v0]
Chard Stems with Tahini - (Lebanon) a salad making good use of left over chard stems.[v0}
Chard Stems in Yogurt Sauce - (Turkey) a salad making good use of leftover chard stems.[ov1]
Chard with White Onions - (France) a feature side or vegetarian main dish.[v]
Chicken Cauliflower Curry - (india) expensive in India, but still delicous here.[1-2]
Chard with Mushrooms - (USA) A flavorful side of greens particularly good with meats.[v2]
Greens, Sautéed - (Africa: Ethiopia, Eritrea) a delicious vegetable side or light lunch.[v0]
Lamb & Chickpea Stew - (Palestine) a popular stew. lamb, chickpeas, & lots of Chard.[1]
Lentil Soup with Walnut Smash - (Palestine) a very fine soup course, casual or formal.[v0]
Noodle & Vegetable Soup - (Japan) flavorful soup course or light main dish.[fv,mv]
Potatoes & Spinach (or Chard) - (India - England) from India but most popular in England.[v2]
Potato Spinach Tikki - (India) medium sized deep fried balls.[v2]
Sausages & Greens - (Italy) a delicious combination for a side, light main or breakfast.
"Spinach" Soup / Stew - (Africa, West) This is a very famous stew in the region.[mv1]
Winter Squash & Red Chard Curry - (India - Bengal) A dry curry with interesting flavor and aroma.[2v]

Chayota

(not quite a squash)

Beef, Ground with Corn & Chayote - (Costa Rica) a tasty ground beef with vegetables.[0]
Red Bean Vegetable Soup - (El Salvador) - tasty & substantial for veg or omnivore.[v0]
Shrimp with Chayote - (Brazil) a simple dish, but so famous it has a song.[0]
Shrimp with Chayote Greens - (Malay / California) Delicious greens for light main or side dish.[1]

Cheese

Chedder
- Welsh Rabbit - (England) a classic - cheese on toast.[ov]
Ementhaler / Swiss
- Fennel Salad - (Germany) a light salad with intereting flavor contrasts.[ov]
- Reuben Sandwich - (US) an American classic from Omaha.
Farmer's Cheese & Similar - acid coagulated.
- Teff Salad - (Africa E: Ethiopia) an attractive salad of whole grain Teff.[v1]
Feta
- Pasta, Fava and Feta Salad - (Greek) a flavorful salad or light spring meal. [ov]
- White Cheese Salad - (Uzbek) feta, sour cream, radish & cucumbers. [ov]
- Zucchini Patties with Feta - (Turkey) a flavorful warm appetizer or breakfast dish.[ov]
Fresh Cheese - Queso Fresco, etc.
- Fava Bean & Cheese Salad - (Peru) an unusual salad, good for buffet service.[v1]
- Fresh Cheese in Cilantro Mojo - (Spain) - a tapa / appetizer from the Spanish Canary Islands.[v0]
- Panela Cheese, Marinated - (Mexico City) a very simple but intensely flavorful appetizer.[v1]
- Rocoto Sauce / Dip - (Peru) used on just about anything and everything in Peru.[ov2]
- Sopa Paraguaya - (Paraguay) the "national dish". Breakfast, Lunch, or Side.[ov0]
Jack, Oaxaca, etc (melting cheeses)
- Acorn Squash w/Chard & Cheese - (US) a nice side for roasts or as a vegetarian main. [ov]
- Barley & Cheese Soup - (Ecuador) substantial, satisfying, and nourishing.[ov0]
- Chilis Rellano de Queso - (Mexico) a classic of the Mexican cuisine.[v1]
- Ham, Egg, & Tomato Pie - (Argentina) a spectacular breakfast, brunch, or lunch.[0]
- Tortilla Soup - (Mexico) one of the tastiest soups in the whole world! [ov]
- Turkey Quesadillas - (California) flavorful and substantial (see Note-1).[1+]
Labne - Yogurt Cheese
- Cheese & Labne Dip - (Turkey) an outstanding dip or spread for pita or raw vegetables.[0]
Various & Other
- Aji Verde - (Peru) a popular sauce / dip, for meats and everything else.[v3]
- Körözött / Liptauer - (Hungary) a Hungarian party essential - Lipto cheese spread.[0mv]
- Pasta with Asparagus & Cheese - (Italy) an excellent cheesy pasta course or light main dish.[ov]

Cherries

Sour Cherry Soup - Cold - (Hungary) a soup course in Hungary, a desert here.

Chestnuts

Beef Stew with Chestnuts - (England) A beefy stew with chestnuts to provide contrast.
Chestnut Soup - (Spain) a substantial, satisfying and easy to make soup.[0]
Chicken with Chestnuts - (China - Jiangnan) a stew with contrasting textures and flavors.[0]

Chicken

Baby Artichokes with Chicken - (California) tasty, satisfying, in the Italian style.[0]
Cabbage Rolls - (Poland) cabbage leaves with an all meat stuffing and sauce.
Chicken Achari - (India - North) Spectacularly flavorful chicken, unusual spicing.[3]
Chicken Afritada - (Filipino) a delicious stew of chicken, tomato and potato.[1]
Chicken Adobo - (Philippine) very flavorful stewed chicken, slightly tart.[0-1]
Chicken Adobo with Coconut - (Filipino) delicious chicken with a rich, mildly tart sauce.[1]
Chicken Aji - (Peru) a very flavorful potato dish with a Chicken Pecan sauce.[1]
Chicken with Almonds - (Imperial Rome) delicious, intensely flavorful - the emperor smiles!
Chicken in Almond Sauce - (Spain - Catalonia) a very famous dish from Moorish times.[0]
Chicken with Apples - (Spain) unusual, delicious, showing Moorish influence.[0]
Chicken Avocado Soup - (Belize) exotic, substantial, and absolutely delicious.[1]
Chicken & Bamboo Red Curry - (Thai) an excellent and very popular Thai red curry.[3]
Chicken with Basil - (Thai) a delicious dish with lots of Thai basil leaves.[3]
Chicken, Beet & Turnip Soup - (Uzbek) simple, substantial, easy to make and delicious.[0]
Chicken Besegnek - (Indonesia) a very flaovful chicken curry.[1+]
Chicken with Black Mushrooms - (China) a satisfying dish with Yin Yang balance.[0]
Chicken Black Pepper - (Pakistan) a spectacularly flavorful chicken dish.[2]
Chicken with Bok Choy - (Korea) a flavorful, light and easy stir fry.[0]
Chicken with Bok Choy - (China) a simple stir fry for something good with little work.[2]
Chicken Broth / Stock - (Worldwide) Several version of Broth and Stock.[0]
Chicken, Brown Stew - (Jamaica) an interesting and very flavorful chicken stew.[2]
Chicken with Cabbage - (Turkey) delicious, and very easy to make.[1]
Chicken Cashew Stir Fry - (Brazil) a recipe revealing the Asian influence on Brazilian cuisine.[0]
Chicken with Cashews & Chilis - (Thai) an extremely popular dish in California.
Chicken with Cauliflower - (China - California) a light and flavorful main dish stir fry.[0]
Chicken Cauliflower Curry - (india) expensive in India, but still delicous here.[1-2]
Chicken Celery Stew - (Persian) a very tasty stew with a lot of herbs.[0]
Chicken, Changde Clay Pot - (China) a traditional recipe, but you can do without a clay pot.[3+]
Chicken Chaudfroid - (French) a sophisticated cold dish - good for parties.
Chicken with Chayote Squash - (China) a stir fry with an interesting contrast of texture.[3]
Chicken with Chestnuts - (China - Jiangnan) a stew with contrasting textures and flavors.[0]
Chicken with Chilis - (China, Sichuan) very popular, and not as hot as you'd think.[3]
Chicken with Chinese Broccoli - (Thai) marinaded for added flavor, worth the wait.
Chicken with Choy - (Thai) delicous stir fry with bok choy or other choys.[2]
Chicken with Choy and Mushrooms - (Thai) a flavoful stir fry for chicken and any choy.[2]
Chicken Coconut Chettinad - (India Tamil Nadu) an aromatic curry from the southern tip of India.[3]
Chicken in Coconut Cream - (India north) - Softly spiced cream color curry.
Chicken Coconut Curry - (Africa, West) delicious chicken in coconut and yogurt sauce.[3]
Chicken Coconut Curry - (Burma) a delicious main dish with other important uses.[1]
Chicken Coconut Mangalore - (India, Mangalore) a wonderfully flavorful curry.[3]
Chicken Coconut Noodle Soup - (Thai) a soup with a light flavor and thick smooth consistency.[3]
Chicken Coconut Stew - (Africa E. Kenya) in Africa, a dish for special occasions.[1]
Chicken Coconut Yogurt Stew - (Africa E. Somalia) delicious stew with Somali spicing.[1]
Chicken, Cold Dressed - (China Sichuan) a cold appetizer or cold chicken salad.[2]
Chicken Curry Bhojpuri - (India, Bihar) an absolutely delicious dark chicken curry[3]
Chicken Curry, Burma - (Burma) excellent curry, Indian influence, Burmese finish.[3]
Chicken Curry - Jamaican - (Jamaica) a spectacularly delicious chicken stew.[3]
Chicken Curry, Malaysia - (Malaysia) Simple, easy, with a fresh taste and light spicing.[2]
Chicken Curry, Vietnam - (Vietnam) simple fresh tast, not so spicy as Indian curry.[2]
Chicken Curry Parsee - (India - Mumbai) intensely red and intensely delicious.[3]
Chicken Curry, Sumatra - (Indonesia) an outstandingly delicious curry, and easy.[2]
Chicken Dong'an - (China) a justly famous Hunan tangy chicken dish.[1]
Chicken with Eggplant - (Thai) simple but surprisingly satisfying.
Chicken with Eggplant - (Thai) Simple, but with plenty of Thai flavor.[3]
Chicken Escabech - (Chile) a popular country recipe, formerly made with Quail.[1]
Chicken in Escabeche - (Bolivia, etc.) A lightly tart chicken appetizer or salad, served cold.[0]
Chicken Escabech Valladolid - (Mexico) from the Spanish, escabech is popular in Mexico.[2]
Chicken Fish-Fragrant - (China, Sichuan) no, it doesn't smell or taste like fish![3]
Chicken Fricassee - (Czech) an intensely flavorful chicken dish for special occasions.
Chicken in Fruit Sauce - (Brazil) a sort of Brazilian sweet and sour chicken, very good.[0]
Chicken Fu Yung Shandong - (China) rather different from American Egg Fu Yung.[0]
Chicken with Fuzzy Melon - (China) a simple but tasty chicken vegetable stew.[0]
Chicken & Fuzzy Melon Red Curry - (Thai) flavorful with good Chicken / Vegetable balance.[3]
Chicken with Ginger - (China, Zhejiang) simple but outstandingly delicious.[0]
Chicken with Ginger & Mushrooms - (Thai) very tasty, especially made with fresh Shitakes.
Chicken Green Curry - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and chicken.[3]
Chicken & Green Papaya Stew - (Philippine) a very popular dish.[0]
Chicken with Green Rice - (Peru) a popular dish sold at stands in the marketplaces of Peru.[1]
Chicken, Green Salsa & Potatoes - (Mexico) an unusual and very tasty chicken soup / stew.[2]
Chicken Guisado Braise - (Honduras) a very flavorful chicken dish, not too chili hot.[2]
Chicken with Holy Basil & Chilis - (Thai) very popular with Thais - also Pork, Beef, Squid, Shrimp.
Chicken Karahi - (Pakistan) a very famous chicken curry, chili heat adaptable.[2+]
Chicken Kedjenou - (Africa, Ivory Coast) a delicious slow cooked stew.[2]
Chicken Kotogari - (India - Tamilnadu) outstandingly flavorful and easy to make.[3]
Chicken with Lemongrass - (Viet) popular in Vietnam, tasty chicken with some bite.[3+]
Chicken with Lemon and Olives - (Morocco) one of the most famous Moroccan recipes.[0]
Chicken with Long Beans & Basil - (Thai) flavorful and easy to make stir fry.[2]
Chicken Maftoul Couscous - (Palestine, Jordan) A popular double recipe of Chicken and Pasta.[0]
Chicken Marengo - (France) a great brunch or main dish for dinner.[0]
Chicken in Marsala Sauce - (Sicily) chicken in a delicous sauce - and easy to make.
Chicken Molokhiya Soup - (Egypt) a very popular soup in Egypt and the Middle East.
Chicken Motul - (Mexico, Yucatán) intensely flavorful marinated chicken.[3]
Chicken Mughlai Curry - (India - north) From the rich, warmly spiced Mughlai cuisine.[1]
Chicken with Mushrooms - (Poland) - a stew with plenty of delicious sauce.[0]
Chicken with Mushrooms - (Africa, sub-Saharan) an aromatic chicken dish sure to please.[3]
Chicken Mushroom Stew - (Sweden) an outstanding Chicken stew with green beans.
Chicken with Mustard Greens - (China) quick and simple but with plenty of flavor.[0]
Chicken Nicoise - (France) a simple but delicious chicken stew from Provence.
Chicken Noodle Soup - (China) a very popular and adaptable soup.
Chicken with Noodles - (Burma) Chicken and noodles in a rich but mild curry sauce.
Chicken with Olives - (Spain) a stew dating from the Moorish period.[0]
Chicken with Onion - (Puerto rico) very flavorful and easy to make.[0]
Chicken in Onion Sauce - (Spain) unusual, simple and delicious for family or buffer.[0]
Chicken with Opo Gourd - (Burma) An absolutely delicious curry (or soup).[3]
Chicken Paprikash - (Hungary) one of the most famous Hungarian stews.[0]
Chicken Peanut Soup / Stew - (Africa, Ghana) a very popular tomato and peanut based dish.[2]
Chicken & Potato Curry - (Singapore) a substantial curry with plenty of flavor.[2]
Chicken with Sweet Peppers - (Spain) a delicious chicken stew with lots of red bell peppers.[1]
Chicken with Peppers, Mango - (Africa: Tanzania) a delicious Chinese / African stir fry.[2]
Chicken Picante - (Bolivia) a "national dish" of Bolivia, flavorful, not too hot.[2]
Chicken with Pineapple & Coconut - (Philippine) well liked by children and adults alike.[0]
Chicken & Pork with Port - (Italy) a simple meat dish with a delicious sauce.
Chicken with Potatoes - (Turkey) a main dish with a light, fresh taste.[1]
Chicken with Potatoes - (Burma - Shan) a substantial, flavorful, mildly exotic soup.[2]
Chicken with Potatoes Stew - (Puerto Rico) a very satisfying chicken & vegetable stew.[0]
Chicken with Preserved Vegetable - (China, Sichuan) from Sichuan, but not much chili heat.[2]
Chicken Red Curry - (Thai) a delicious curry that's quick to make.[3]
Chicken with Red Wine - (Italy) with plenty of intensely flavorful sauce.
Chicken with Rice Noodles - (Thai) In the style of street food.[2]
Chicken Salad - (Georgia) a very fine salad, or light main dish, or party dish.[1]
Chicken Salad, Curried - (Brazil) an excellent appetizer salad, colorful and tasty.[0]
Chicken Salad Vietnam - (Vietnam) an excellent party salad, durable on buffet.[2]
Chicken Sancocho Panama - (Panama) a very popular main dish that can be a soup course.[0]
Chicken Saoji Curry - (India, Nagpur) a justly famous chicken dish from Nagpur.[3+]
Chicken with Sauce - (Thai) an amazing palette of flavors and textures.[0]
Chicken, Silkie, Braised - (China) a unique chicken with deep color and flavor.[0]
Chicken in Sour Sauce - (China, Sichuan) tender chicken with crunchy bamboo shoots or celery.[2]
Chicken Stock / Broth - (Worldwide) Several version of Broth and Stock.[0]
Chicken Vegie Soup - (S. California) outstanding - but not exactly traditional.[3]
Chicken Soup - (Africa E. Tanzania) quite different from American Chicken Soup.[2]
Chicken Soup with Dumplings - (Estonia) a very popular soup in Estonia and rightly so.
Chicken Soup, Thai - (Thai) a soup popular with Thais of Chinese descent.[2]
Chicken Soup / Stew, Turkmen - (Turkmenistan) A simple but very flavorful Soup / Stew.[1]
Chicken Soup with Rice - (Brazil) a popular soup in Brazil, Portugaul and Cape Verde.[0 to 2]
Chicken Stew with Eggs - (Ethiopia, Eritrea) Doro Wat, a famous celebration dish.[2]
Chicken Stew, Tangy - (Philippine) an interesting stew, lightly tart.[2]
Chicken, Stewed - (France) awsome flavor!
Chicken Stew with Herbs - (Georgia) outstandingly flavorful for dinner or party.[1+]
Chicken Stew Karala - (India - Karala) Chicken and Potatoes in Coconut sauce.[2]
Chicken Stew with Shrimp - (Brazil) popular Afro-Brazilian dish from Bahia.[3]
Chicken Stew, Smoked - (Africa, Benin) a simple quick cooking stew, outstandigly delicious.[2+]
Chicken Stew with Wine - (Georgia) a meaty stew with light tangy sauce.[0]
Chicken Stir Fry - (Korea) a simple but exceptionally flavoful stir fry.[0]
Chicken Stock, China - (China) a simple stock typical of Chinese cooking.[0]
Chicken with Tamarind - (India Andhra) - Richly spiced and delicious.
Chicken Thigh Braise - (Korea) a simple but very flavorful braised chicken dish.[0]
Chicken Tibs - (Africa, Ethiopia) a chicken stir fry, quick and tasty.[2]
Chicken Tikka Masala - (India / UK) from Punjab, very popular in England and Scotland.[2]
Chicken with Tomato - (Spain) chicken coated in an intense tomato reduction.[0]
Chicken & Tomato curry - (India Andhra) Kodi Tomatar - a tasty lightly spiced curry
Chicken Tomato Onion curry - (India Punjab) Murgh Masala - a rich lightly spiced curry.
Chicken with Tomato & Pasta - (Greek) a flavorful dish that can be made family style or buffet.
Chicken in Tomato Sauce - (Egypt) a delicious chicken stew showing European influence.
Chicken with Tripe - (China) interesting texture contrasts, pleasant flavor.[0]
Chicken with Vegetables - (Korea) a delicious chicken braise with plenty of vegetables.[0]
Chicken Vegetable Stew - (Africa E. Tanzania) a festive chicken stew with vegies.[2]
Chicken in Verjus Sauce - (France) a delicious, moderately tart braised chicken dish.
Chicken with Walnuts - (China) interesting and unusual mix of flavors and textures.
Chicken with Wine, Cumin - (Chile) a fine dish, with chicken meat (buffet) or joints (table).[0]
Chicken with Wine, Fruit - (England) Elizabethan, a bit sweet but very tasty.
Chicken Wings, Braised - (China - Sichuan) simple and substantial - and very tasty.[1]
Chicken Wings, Thai #1 - (Thai) a delicious platter of Chicken Wings, moderately sweet,[2]
Chicken Wings, Thai #2 - (Thai) a simple but delicious platter of roasted Chicken Wings.[2]
Chicken Yassa - (Africa, Senegal) a chicken/onion stew now popular all over West Africa.[2]
Chicken with Yogurt & Turmeric - (Syria) a very important dish in parts of Syria.[0]
Chicken with Young Ginger - (Cambodia) Delightfully aromatic chicken, easy to make.[2]
Chicken Yu Choy Stir-fry - (China) very tasty, satisfying and easy to make.
Circassian Chicken - (Turkey) a most excellent spread, topping or filling for pita, etc.
Cocido - (Spain) the signature one pot feast of Spain.
Coconut Potato Soup - (Thai) a substantial soup with potatoes and shrimp chicken or pork.
Cornish Game Hen, Southwest - (USA) easy, impressive and delicious.[1]
Country Captain - (US Southeast) a traditional chicken curry from Georgia.[1]
Country Captain - (England) A delicious chicken stew derived from an Anglo-Indian curry.[1]
Country Captain - (Anglo-Indian) the source for American and English Country Captain.[3]
Curry, Japanese - (Japan) wildly popular all over Japan.[1]
Enchiladas, Green #1 - (Mexico) tortillas with shredded chicken and tomatillo sauce.[3]
Fried Noodles with (Chicken) - (Vietnam) a popular standard of "street food" origin.
Fried Rice, Nigerian - (Africa, Nigeria) a very fine dish for home or party.[0+]
Gyros with Chicken - (Greece) an internationally famous sandwich or plate dish.[0]
Hot & Sour Shrimp Soup - (Thailand) extremely popular soup - can also be made with Chicken.
Jollof Rice w/Chicken - Ghana - (Africa, W) The most famous party dish of West Africa.[mv1]
Macaroni Pie - (England) makes American mac-and-cheese look pretty wimpy.
Macaroni Salad - (Philippine) and exceptionally fine pasta salad with chicken.[0]
Mongolian Chicken - (China - North) this recipe deserves its reputation for delicious.[1]
Mulligatawny Soup - (Anglo-Indian) a popular British soup derived from a Tamil sauce.[3mv]
Norfolk Pottage - (England) an outstanding stew for larger gatherings.
Panang Curry (various) - (Thai) a popular moderately spicy curry in Malaysian style.
Pilaf with Chicken and Green Beans - (Turkey) a delicious pilaf suitable for a ligh dinner.[0]
Pork & Chicken Adobo - (Philippine) a bit more complex than most adobos, bit worth it.[0]
Potato Ajiaco Soup - (Colombia) famous and substantial Potato and Chicken Soup.[0]
Puchero - Argentine - (Argentina) a very popular stew and party platter.[0]
Rabbit with Pasta - (Italy) meat and sauce made at once. Chicken thighs would work too.
Braised Rabbit Syracuse - (Italy - Sicily) delicious with rabbit or chicken thighs.
Salade Bagration - (Russia) a pasta version of the famous Russian Olivier Salad.
Schmaltz - (Jewish) - rendered chicken fat for frying.
Simmered Chicken - (General) pre-cooked chicken plus broth.
Soft Tofu Stew with Meat - (Korea) a popular stew, spicy and flavorful.[3]
Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry - (Korea) Japchae - a popular celebration dish.[mv0]
Tangerine Peel Chicken - (China) very popular, very flavorful stir fry.[2+]
Thai Noodles - (Thai) a classic "fast food" in Thailand with shrimp or various meats
Winter Melon Soup #2 - (Singapore) a medium light soup with chicken

Chicken Variety Meats

Chicken Feet in Bean Sauce - (China) - a standard at dim sum tea houses [2].
Chicken Foot Green Mango Salad - (Malaysia) - a pleasant salad with textural contrasts.[1]
Chicken Giblet Curry - (Africa E. Tanzania) a truly delicious meaty curry.[2]
Chicken Giblets with Paprika - (Hungary) combining two very different textures and flavors.[0]
Chicken Gizzard Appetizer - (Africa E. Tanzania) popular with beer and cocktails.[3]
Chicken Gizzards with Cumin - (Greek) slowly simmered gizzards in a cumin sauce.[0+]
Chicken Gizzard Curry - (Sri Lanka) a delicious, savory and mildly spiced curry.[2]
Chicken Gizzards, Deep Fried - (Japan) a fine appetizer and easy to make.
Chicken Gizzards with Green Bananas - (Puerto Rico) a very popular salad / appetizer.[0]
Chicken Gizzard & Heart Appetizer - (Lebanon) a fine meaty appetizer - easy to make.[0]
Chicken Gizzards, Hearts & Liver - (Trinidad) a well seasoned combination of firm and tender chicken.[1+]
Chicken Gizzard & Liver Adobo - (Philippine) savory and satisfying.[0]
Chicken Gizzards & Livers - (Indonesia) a popular combination with sataw beans.[3]
Chicken Gizzard Soup - (Portugal) a delicious soup, but it's not for wimps.[3-4]
Chicken Hearts, Spicy - (India - Southwest) a flavorful side or appetizer.[3-4]
Chicken Liver Curry - (Africa, E) an Indian style curry popular in East Africa.[0]
Chicken Livers Peri-peri - (South Africa) tasty and attractive appetizer.[2]
Eggs, Stuffed with Chicken Liver - (Ukraine) easy to make, excellent for buffet or zakusky.
Frog Legs with Sesame Coconut - (Africa) easy and tasty stew, can use for chicken wings too.[1]
Giblet Appetizer - (Georgia) a simple, meaty appetizer salad from chicken giblets.[1]
Giblet Appetizer Salad - (Georgia) a meaty appetizer salad from chicken giblets.[1]
Macaroni Salad - (Philippine) an exceptionally fine pasta salad with chicken.[0]
Ragu of Giblets - (Italy) unusual, but a memorable meaty ragu for various shapes.
Rooster Nut Soup - (China) an interesting variation on chicken soup.

Chicory

Mixed Greens Salad - (Spain - Catalunya) An excelent light salad of fresh greens.[mv0]

Chilis

- [Chili (US), Chile (Spanish), Chilli (UK)] For no-heat, Bell Peppers, etc. see Peppers, Sweet. Some Chili Sauces are not listed here, see Ingredients by Use - Dressings, Condiments & Dips.

Adobo Sauce - (Mexico) a very important sauce with many uses.[v2]
Ata DinDin Chili Sauce - (Africa, Nigeria) a popular sauce, adjustable for hotness.[mv3]
California Chili Sprinkle - (California) flavorful and not too hot, a multi-use sprinkle.[v3]
Caribe Sauce - (USA New Mexico) a flavoful, but not real hot, sauce and marinade.[v2+]
Carne Adovado - (US New Mexico) tender pork in a red caribe sauce.[3]
Chicken with Chilis - (China, Sichuan) very popular, and not as hot as you'd think.[3]
Chili Chutney, Hot - (Africa E, Tanzania) Achali ya Pilipili famous chili recipe.[v4]
Chili, Cilantro, Yogurt Salad - (India, Tamil Nadu) an excellent spread, dip, or accompaniment.[v2]
Chili Flake, Toasted - (Thai) an important ingredient in northern Thailand.[v4]
Chili Oil - (China - Sichuan) an important ingredient in Sichuan.[v3]
Chili Pepper Adobo - (Philippine) an interesting and tasty side or appetizer.[v 1-3]
Chilis Rellano de Queso - (Mexico) a classic of the Mexican cuisine.[v1]
Chili Sauce - DIY - (California & Everywhere) a general recipe for making it yourself.[v3+++]
Chilis Stuffed with Pork - (Laos) an excellent stuffed vegetable dish, meaty and easy to make.[1]
Coconut Chutney - (Africa E. Tanzania) very popular with Samosas and fried snacks.[v3]
Fish Stuffed Chilis - (Tunisia) a delicious appetizer or light lunch.[1]
Fresno Chilis, Pickled - (Southern California) a delightful, not-too-hot pickle or condiment[v2]
Harissa Chili Sauce - (Tunisia) used with vegetables, meat, fish and everything.[v3]
Merquén Salsa - (Chile) a smoky, tasty, and moderately hot chili sauce / dip.[v3]
Mexican Salad - (Mexico, Yucatán) a Yucatán version of a salad enjoyed all over Mexico.[v1]
Padron Peppers - (Spain) a popular appetizer from Galacia.[v,1 to 3]
Pepper Sauce, Bajan - (Barbados) a chili sauce typical of Bajan household tables.[v4]
Pickled Jalapeños - (Mexico) the most popular pickle, with many recipe uses.[v3]
Pork & Green Chili - (US New Mexico) a popular, easy to make every-day stew.[3]
Rocoto Sauce - (Peru) used on just about anything and everything in Peru.[ov2]
Salsa, Chili Ancho - (Mexico, all) very flavorful, but not chili hot. Can be made ahead.[v1+]
Salt Pickled Chilis - (China - Hunan) an essential Hunan condiment.[4v]
Shata - Sudanese - (Sudan) an essential chili table condiment and dip.[v4]
Shatta - Red & Green. - (Palestine) an important condiment in the Levant.[v4]
Shatta - Red & Green. - (Egypt) an important condiment and spread.[v4]

Chinese Okra

- see Angled Luffa under Gourds

Chives, Flowering

Pork with Flowering Chives - (China - Zhejiang) an interesting mix of flavors and textures.[0]

Choy

Choy is a catch-all term for many Asian Greens. Many can be interchanged with each other with a little change in flavor, texture and cooking time, but in some cases, particularly with Yu Choy and Shanghai Bok Choy, the stems are tender and need less cooking time, so you may have to give the stems a head start with other choys.

See our Cabbage, Mustard, Turnip & Radish Greens page for definitive details on all these "Choys".

Choy, Various - Recipes adaptable to several choys
- Beef, Bamboo & Yu Choy - (Thai) a pleasing stir fry with contrastings flavors and textures.[3]
- Beef & Choy - (Thai) stir fry, easy and delicious.[2]
- Beef & Choy Five Spice - (China - North) aromatically flavored marinated beef with crispy choy.
- Beef with Three Vegetables - (China) flavorful and easy to make marinated beef with vegetables.[0]
- Chap Chai Nonya - (Singapore) an amazing mixed vegetable stir fry.[v0]
- Chicken with Bok Choy - (Korea) a flavorful, light and easy stir fry.[0]
- Chicken with Bok Choy - (China) a simple stir fry for something good with little work.[2]
- Chicken with Choy - (Thai) delicous stir fry with bok choy or other choys.[2]
- Chicken with Choy and Mushrooms - (Thai) a flavoful stir fry for chicken and any choy.[2]
- Chicken Yu Choy Stir-fry - (China) very tasty, satisfying and easy to make.
- Chicken with Mustard Greens - (China) quick and simple but with plenty of flavor.[0]
- Choy with Bean Sauce - (Thai) A vegetarian main dish made with several kinds of choy.[v]
- Choy, Braised - (Thai) a tasty side of Asian greens.[0mv]
- Gluten Rolls with Choy - (China) An amazingly tasty vegetarian stir-fry.[v]
- Pork with Choy & Mushrooms - (Thai) one of my favorite daily meals, most choys will work.
- Pork with Choy and Rice Noodles - (Thai / California) a delicious stir fry, and easy to make.[0]
- Pork & Choy Soup - (Burma) an outstanding sour soup from Kayan State.[0]
- Pork with Mustard Greens - (China) simple, quick and tasty.[0]
- Pork Yu Choy Stir-fry - (China) a tasty, easy to make main dish stir-fry.
- Yu Choy with Gluten, Mushrooms - (China, Shanghai) a stir fry with flavor and texture contrasts.[v0]
- Yu Choy Stir-fry - (China) a simple but flavorful vegetable dish.[v]
A Choy - Actually a lettuce - the leafy crown of Stem Lettuce - used cooked in Chinese recipes.
Bok Choy, White Stem
- Beef & Bok Choy - (Japan) flavorful stir fry of beef, bok choy and mushrooms.
- Beef with Three Vegetables - (China) flavorful and easy to make marinated beef with vegetables.[0]
- Bok Choy Adobo - (Philippine) A nice, simple, moderately tart vegetable side dish.[0v]
- Bok Choy with Cashews - (China) a vegetable side dish for any cuisine, or veg main.[v1]
- Pork & Bok Choy - (China) a simple stir fry with good flavor and interesting texture.
- Pork with Bok Choy & Daikon - (Bhutan) with rice, an entire tasty meal.[3]
Bok Choy, Shanghai - [Baby Bok Choy (markets), Green Bok Choy]
- Bok Choy with Mushrooms - (China - Zhejiang) a quick, simple green vegetable side dish.[v0]
- Ningbo Soy Glazed Greens - (China - Zhejiang) a simple but satisfying vegetable appetizer.[v0]
- Pork with Shanghai Noodles & Greens - (China - Zhejiang) a satisfying one dish meal.[0]
- Shanghai Bok Choy with Dry Shrimp - (China - Zhejiang) a simple easy to make stir fry.[fv0]
Chinese Broccoli - [Gai Lan] - See Broccoli.
Choy Sum - "Vegetable Heart" - may be central stems of Yu Choy (green stem) or Bok Choy (white stem).
Gai Choy, Small Gai Choy, Sher Li Hon, etc. - [Mustard Greens]
- Beef with Mustard Greens - (China) interesting contrasts in flavor and texture.[0]
- Chicken with Mustard Greens - (China) quick and simple but with plenty of flavor.[0]
- Dried Fermented Greens, Shaoxing - (China - Zhejiang) an essential ingredient for Shaoxing cuisine.[v0]
- Pork with Mustard Greens - (Thai) a delicious stir fry, very well liked.[2]
- Pork with Mustard Greens - (China) simple, quick and tasty.[0]
- Snow Vegetable - (China - Zhejiang) Mild pickled mustard greens.[v0]
- Sour Mustard / Dua Chua - (Viet) a mild and tasty pickle for recipes or table condiment.[v0]
Gai Lan - [Chinese Broccoli] - See Broccoli.
Hinn Choy - [Amaranth Greens]
Ong Choy - [Water Spinach, Swamp Cabbage]
- Beef & Water Spinach - (Thai) a tasty easy to make stir fry. [3]
- Pork with Water Spinach - (China) stir fry with a popular Asian vegetable.
- Pork & Water Spinach Adobo - (Philippine) Delicious! And legal in California.[0]
- Pork & Water Spinach Soup - (Thailand) popular and traditional.[0]
- Water Spinach (Ong Choy) - (China) popular vegi side w/fermented tofu.[v1]
- Water Spinach (Pak Bung) - (Thai) a simple stir fried side with crunchy texture. [v3]
- Water Spinach with Dry Shrimp - (Thai) a simple but pleasantly crunchy vegetable side dish.[fv0]
- Water spinach with Shrimp - (Malaysia) a delicious light main dish or side dish.[f1]
- Water Spinach & Shrimp Salad - (Vietnam) a delicious salad and easy to make.
Pak Choy - another name for Bok Choy.
Sher Li Hon [Hmong Gai Lan, Pak Gat kaan, Kluay]
Sui Choy / Napa Cabbage / Wombok - [Chinese Cabbage (actually a turnip green)]
- Cabbage Cut & Jumbled Kimchee - (Korea) a quick kimchee to serve now or ferment.[fv3]
- Cucumber Juicy Kimchee - (Korea) a refreshing summer kimchee, usable right away.[v0]
- Golden-Edged Cabbage - (China - Shaanxi) Very simple, but surprisingly satisfying.[v2]
- Napa Cabbage with Pressed Tofu - (China - north) an excellent refreshing Summer salad.[v1]
- Noodle & Vegetable Soup - (Japan) flavorful soup course or light main dish.[fv,mv]
- Pork with Rice Ovals & Vegis - (China, Zhejiang) a dish with diverse flavors and textures.[0]
Tatsoi - [Spoon Leaf Mustard, Tagu Choy]
- Tatsoi with Bamboo Shoots - (China - Zhejiang) a simple but amazingly satisfying vegetable dish.[v0]
Yu Choy - [Yau Choy, You Cai, Oilseed Rape]
- Beef, Bamboo & Yu Choy - (Thai) a pleasing stir fry with contrastings flavors and textures.[3]
- Beef with Yu Choy - (China) an intensely flavored beef and vegetable stir fry.[2-3]
- Pork & Yu Choy Five Spice - (Thai) a Thai stir fry in the Chinese style.[2]
- Chicken Yu Choy Stir-fry - (China) very tasty, satisfying and easy to make.
- Pork Yu Choy Stir-fry - (China) a tasty, easy to make main dish stir-fry.
- Yu Choy, Shrimp & Taro Soup - (Khmer Krom) An easy to make, attractive and tasty soup.
- Yu Choy, 'Shrooms & Vegies - (Malay / California) visaually attractive and flavorful.[3mv]
- Yu Choy with Garlic - (China, Sichuan) simple, attractive, flavorful, not chili hot.[v0]
- Yu Choy Stir-fry - (China) a simple but flavorful vegetable dish.[v]

Cilantro / Coriander Leaf

Aji Verde - (Peru) a popular sauce / dip, for meats and everything else.[v3]
Cabbage Cilantro Salad - (Chile) A simple, elegant and refreshing salad.[v1]
Chimichurri of Carrot Tops - (California / Argentina) condiment for meats, vegies, sandwiches.[v2]
Cilantro Dipping Sauce - (Thai) a very flavorful dipping sauce for meatballs, etc.[3]
Cilantro Mayo Sauce - (Chile) a fine spread for bread, sauce, or dip for chips, frys, etc.[ov2]
Cilantro Mint Chutney - (India) a "must have" Chutney on Indian buffets.[v3]
Cilantro Sauce / Mojo - (Spain - Canary Islands) used with fish, potatoes and fresh cheese.[v0]
Fresh Cheese in Cilantro Mojo - (Spain) - a tapa / appetizer from the Spanish Canary Islands.[v0]
Mojo Verde - (Caribbean) From the Canary Islands, now widespread.[v1]

Clams

Bean Sprouts, Celery & Cockles - (India - Andaman Islands) A fine cold vegetable salad or warm side dish.[2fv]
Clam Chowder - New England - (US Northeast) an American classic - delicious!
Clam Chowder - Rhode Island - (US Northeast) use Rhode Island Quahogs.

Coconut

Cassava in Coconut Sauce - (Africa: Tanzania, Kenya) easy, delicious side or veg main.[v1]
Coconut Chutney - (India, South) the most popular chutney for idli, snacks.[v2]
Coconut Chutney - (Africa E. Tanzania) very popular with Samosas and fried snacks.[v3]
Coconut Milk - (Tropics) complete instructions for making.
Coconut Potato Soup - (Thai) a substantial soup with potatoes and shrimp chicken or pork.
Fish in Coconut Cream Curry - (India - Andhra) a rich and very flavoful curry.[1]
Opo Kootu - (India, South) an excellent, flavorful Kootu with Opo Gourd.[v1+]

Collard Greens

Be aware, the Collards of the American South are from Scotland, and as tough as you need to be to be a leafy green in Scotland - they take long cooking. For Spanish, Portuguese, African and Brazilian Collards recipes use a flat leaf Kale. Unfortunately, the real thing isn't yet available in North America.

Collard Greens - (Brazil) practically essential in Brazilian cuisine.[v]

Colocasia Stems

- see Taro for other Colocasia

Fish Soup, Sweet Sour - (Viet) an amazing, unique and very popular fish soup.[1]

Couscous

Couscous - Moroccan - the signiture dish of North Africa.[v]

Corn / Maize

Beans Granados - (Chile) a very popular summer soup or main dish[v0]
Bean Potato Soup with Corn - (Italy) interesting and delicious - popular buffet soup[v]
Beef, Ground with Corn & Chayote - (Costa Rica) a tasty ground beef with vegetables.[0]
Bonnie's Tortilla Chili - California) tasty, filling and vegetarian (or not).[v2]
Cornbread - (US Southeast) Traditional bread of the American South.[v]
Cornbread & Sausage Stuffing - (US) for turkey stuffing or dressing.
Corn, Buttery & Spicy - (Nicaragua) corn on the cob - without the cob.[v2]
Corn on the Cob - (North America) As American as you can get.[v0]
Corn Soup with Eggs - (Peru) a 16th century recipe still in use, easy and delicious.[0v]
Corn and Vegetable Soup - (Argentina) tasty and substantial, for lunch or soup course.[v0]
Cuzco Toasted Corn - (Peru) - a very simple snack of toasted corn.[v0]
Double Corn Side Dish - (California) a fine way to prepare and serve fresh corn.[v0]
Fava Bean & Cheese Salad - (Peru) an unusual salad, good for buffet service.[v1]
Giant White Corn & Tuna Salad - (Chile) an unusual salad with contrasting textures.[0]
Githeri - (Africa E. Kenya) a very popular bean and corn stew.[v0]
Githeri Salad - (Africa E. Kenya) a salad version of a popular kenyan stew.[v0]
Indonesian Corn Cakes - (Indonesia) an appetizer there, more like a breakfast here.
Pork Rib & Corn Soup - (Singapore, England, and California) a delightful side or light main.[0]
Puebla Green Rice - (Mexico - Puebla) attractive colors and flavor to match.[v1]
Red Beans with Herb Dressing - (Georgia) flavorful and simple to make.[v0]
Red Bean Salad - (Nicaragua) a very fine salad, suitable for buffet service.[v1]
Rice with Corn - (El Salvador) popular for celebrations, very easy to make.[v0]
Succotash - (US) traditional mixed vegetable side dish.
Sweetcorn with Peppers - (China, Sichuan) a side dish found in casual restaruants and homes.[v0]
Tortilla Soup - (Mexico) one of the tastiest soups in the whole world! [ov]

Corn - Baby

Chicken Soup, Thai - (Thai) a soup popular with Thais of Chinese descent.[2]
Vegetable Stir Fry - (Viet) a side dish suitable for practictically any cuisine.[v0]

Cornmeal / Corn Flour

Banku - (Africa, Ghana) a fermented "mash" of corn and cassava popular in Ghanah.[v0]
Coo Coo / Turn Polenta - (Trinidad / Jamaica) a polenta-like side dish.[v0]
Mamaliga / Kakamac - (Romania / Bulgaria) Cornmeal mush, popular throught the Balkans.[v0]
Mamalyga / Kulesha - (Ukraine) Cornmeal mush, popular in southwestern Ukraine.[v0]
Nshima - (Southern Africa) The main dish for most meals in the region.[v0]
Sopa Paraguaya - (Paraguay) the "national dish". Breakfast, Lunch, or Side.[ov0]
Ugali of Corn / Maize - (Africa East) an essential staple served at most meals.[v0]

Corn (Maize) Masa - Tortillas, Tamales, etc.

Tamales, Blind - (Mexico) makes a pile, serve with heavily sauced main dishes.[0]
Tortilla Chips - (Mexico & USA) an appetizer that needs no introduction.[v0]

Couscous

Couscous - Moroccan - the signiture dish of North Africa.[v]

Crabs

Crabs, Crispy Tiny - (SE Asia) a popular use for Green Tidal and Asian Shore Crabs.[1]
Making Rice Crab Pastes / Sauces - (Southeast Asia) Instructions and Photos.[0]

Cranberry

Cranberry Sauce - (US) exceptionl flavor with greatly reduced sugar.

Cream, Sour

Yogurt Mint Sauce / Dip - (Brazil) simple but effective, especially with meats.[ov0]

Crayfish

Chicken Marengo - (France) a great brunch or main dish for dinner.[0]

Cucumber

Beit Jirja Salad - (Gaza) a simple, but very popular spoon salad.[v3]
Ampalaya & Cucumber Salad - (Philippine) An attractive salad incorporating Bitter Melon.[v0]
Bean Thread & Cucumber Salad - (Pacific Rim) a simple but refreshing Southeast Asian style salad.[2+]
Bean Thread & Vegetable Salad - (Pacific Rim) a cool, refreshing, low calorie Southeast Asian style salad.[1]
Beef & Cucumber Salad - (France) a delightful and satisfying combination.
Beef & Mint Salad - (Vietnam) substantial and absolutely delicious![2]
Carrot Salad - (South Africa) very popular with the Indian communities.[v1]
Cucumbers, California Quick - (California) A delicious crunchy Cucumber Salad.[v2]
Cucumber Carrot Salad - (California) An amazing contrast of textures and flavors.[v0]
Cucumbers, Country Style - (Ukraine) a cucumbers with a more complex sour cream sauce.[ov]
Cucumber Cream Salad - (French) a pleasant variation from the usual cuke salad.[ov]
Cucumber Dill Salad - (Euro-E) simple and refreshing.
Cucumber Egg Flower Soup - (China) pleasant, interesting soup course soup.[mv0]
Cucumber Herb Salad - simple, light and palet cleansing. [v]
Cucumber Hot Spicy Kimchee - (Korea) an unfermented "kimchee" to serve immediately.[fv3]
Cucumber Juicy Kimchee - (Korea) a refreshing summer kimchee, usable right away.[v0]
Cucumbers, Marinated - (Russia) served as an appetizer (zakuski) rather than salad.[v]
Cucumber, Pear, & Mint Salad - (Africa: Tanzania) an outstanding salad that won't wilt.[v0]
Cucumber Pickle / Salad - (Denmark) appetizer all over Scandinavia, Smørrebrød topping.[v]
Cucumbers, Pressed - (Sweden) a variation on the Cucumber Salads popular all over Scandinavia.[v0]
Cucumber & Purslane Salad - (California) a pleasant variation from the regular ingredients.[v0]
Cucumber, Radish & Dill Salad - (Baltic) a lightly tart salad with some sharpness from pepper.[v0]
Cucumber & Radish Salad - (Slavic) a fine appetizer salad alternative to plain cucks.[v0]
Cucumber & Purslane Salad - (California) a pleasant variation on the regular ingredients.[v]
Cucumber Relish - (Thai) Cucumber Salad #2 but chopped finer.[2v]
Cucumber Salad - (Algeria) A refreshing salad with unusual flavors.[v0]
Cucumber Salad - (India, Odisha) a delightfuly refreshing salad, lightly dressed.[v2]
Cucumber Salad - (Hungary) simple, and an essential accompanyment for some stews.[0v]
Cucumber Salad - (Korea) a very popular summer banchan.
Cucumber Salad - (Persia - Kurdistan) a simple appetizer salad.[sv0]
Cucumber Salad #1 - (Thai) A refreshing cold salad with unique Thai flavor.[1]
Cucumber Salad #2 - (Thai) A light, easy to make chilled salad.[2v]
Cucumber Salad with Cream - (France) a refreshing salad very popular in France.[ov]
Cucumber Salad with Ginger - (Eu/Am) a refreshing spring salad. [ov]
Cucumber Salad Issan - (Thai - Issan) similarly made to the Green Papaya Salad #1.[fv3-4]
Cucumber Salad with Mustard - (German) fresh cucumbers in a very light sauce.[ov]
Cucumber Salad w/ Pickles, Dill - (USA MW) a cucumber, sour cream salad with pickles.[ov0]
Cucumber Salad, Sichuan - (China - Sichuan) an attractive departure from vinegared cucumbers.[v1]
Cucumber Salad, Smacked - (China - Sichuan) with an unusual and interesting dressing.[v3]
Cucumber Salad, Spicy - (Korea) Assertive flavors, but not much chili heat.[2v]
Cucumber Salad, Yunnan - (China, Yunnan) interesting salad with an unusual dressing.[v3]
Cucumber Salad, Yunnan, Bai - (China, Yunnan) a salad with oil, vinegar and soy sauce.[v1]
Cucumber Salad, Yunnan, Dai - (China, Yunnan) a simple, refreshing salad with no oil.[v3]
Cucumbers, Salted - (Russia) very poplar on the zakuski table. Make ahead. [v0]
Cucumber Sauce - (Finland) for cold sliced meats and the like. [ov]
Cucumber Sambal - (South Africa) from the Cape Malay, a side for curries, etc.[v1]
Cucumber Sauce - (Thai) essential with fish cakes, sa-teh and the like.[v2]
Cucumber, Sautéed - (Korea) serve warm or chilled, banchan, salad or light lunch.[v0]
Cucumber Seaweed Salad - (Japan) An authentic Japanes seaweed salad.[v0]
Cucumbers in Sour Cream - (Russia) a cucumber salad that's less tart than vinegared cukes.[ov]
Cucumber Tomato Salad - (Uzbek) simple and satisfying. [v1]
Cucumber Watercress Salad - an elegant and unusual salad, tasty too! [v]
Cucumber Yogurt Salad - (Greece) [Tzatziki] a very refreshing salad.[ov0]
Cucumber Yogurt Salad - (India) Kheera Rayta - a cooling side dish. [ov]
Cucumber Yogurt Salad - (Armenia / Turkey) refreshing, popular and easy to make.[ov]
Cucumber Yogurt Soup - (Greece, Bulgaria, etc.) a very refreshing chilled summer soup.[ov0]
Cuke Tomato Yogurt Salad - (India, Chettinad) a delightful refreshing side or salad.[ov0]
Fattoush Salad - (Lebanon) a "peasant" salad, very popular in the region.[v0]
Garden Salad - (France) a very fine salad with balanced flavors and textures.[v]
Gaza Salad - (Palestinian Gaza) a bit spicer than other Levantine Salads.[v3]
Gazpacho Andaluz - (Spain - Andalucia) salad in the form of soup - red with tomatoes.[0v]
Georgian Salad - (R. Georgia) excellent, the most popular salad in Georgia.[v1]
Grapefruit & Cucumber Salad - (Brazil) an unusual salad or relish.[v0+]
Greek Salad with Orzo - (Greek) a stunningly tasty salad that's more than just greens. [ov]
Green Salad - (Uzbek) lettuce, cucumbers & radish. [ov]
Kachumbari Salad - (Africa E. Tanzania) A very popular accompaniment to many dishes.[v1]
Kachumbari Salad - (Africa E. Tanzania) A very popular accompaniment to many dishes.[v1]
Kachumber - Tomato & Cucumber - (India) a popular side dish (looks lika a salad to us).[v1+]
Palm Heart Salad - (Eu/Am) tart, tasty and a bit different.[v]
Pineapple & Cucumber Salad - (Indonesia) an interesting fruit salad also made in Thailand.[v1]
Pork with Cucumber - (China, South) Seasoned Pork with lightly crunchy cukes.[2]
Pork Liver with Cucumber - (China) an interesting contrast of flavors and textures.
Potato Tzatziki Salad - (North America / Greek?) a nice Potato Salad without mayonnaise.[ov0]
Salsa Americana - (Chile) a pickled sauce used in sandwiches.[v0]
Shepherd's Salad - (Turkish) the most popular salad in Turkey, delicious.[0v]
Shopska Salad - Bulgarian - (Bulgaria) a delicious and unusual cold vegetable salad.[ov2]
Shopska Salad - Soviet - (Balkans) a salad wildly popular throughout the Balkan region.[ov0]
Spicy Pickled Cucumbers - (China - South Central) an easy to make flavorful appetizer.[v3]
Tajik Bread Salad - (Tajik) a popular salad, often served "buffet style".[v0]
Tomato & Purslane Salad - (Turkish) at home with a Western, Turkish or Middle Eastern meal.[1v]
Tzatziki Salad / Sauce / Dip - (Greece) essential for Greek Cuisine (and other countries).[ov0]
Vegetable Pickle - (Africa E. Tanzania) A quick, easy to make appetizer pickle.[v1]
Vinegar Cucumber Dip - (Philippines) Sukang Sawsawan Pipino a popular multipurpose dip.[v2]

Cuttlefish

Cuttlefish with Sauce - (Tunisia) a very tasty seafood dish, sure to get comments.[0]

Daikon

- see Radish, Daikon

Dandelion

Acacia Leaf Omelet - (Thai) popular in hot & sour soups and as a side.[0]

Dal

- See Beans, Peas, Lentils - Dal

Duck

Bombay Duck is not a bird - see Fish.
Buffalo Duck Wings - (USA) bigger and better than chicken wings.[4]
Diced Duck - (China) a flavorful but relatively low fat duck recipe.[0]
Duck Feet, Red Cooked - (China) popular in dim sum tea houses.[0]
Duck Gizzards - (China) a very nice combination of flavors and lightly crunchy.[0]
Duck Green Curry - (Thai) rich and delicious![3]
Roasted Duck - (Euro-Amer) complete photographic instructions.

Eggs

Acacia Leaf Omelet - (Thai) popular in hot & sour soups and as a side.[0]
Asparagus with Eggs - (Palestine) A fine breakfast, brunch or lunch dish.[v0]
Bean Salad with Eggs - (Sephardic) a substantial salad of beans and vegetables with eggs.[v0]
Chakchouka - (Tunesia) - Eggs poached over vegi sauté.[ov]
Chorizo & Eggs #1 - (Mexico) a quick and simple but tasty breakfast [1]
Chorizo & Eggs #2 - (Mexico) a quick tasty breakfast with a mild chili bite.[2]
Chorizo, Potatoes & Eggs - (Mexico) a substantial and satisfying breakfast dish.[2]
Corn Soup with Eggs - (Peru) a 16th century recipe still in use, easy and delicious.[0v]
Diced Vegetable Salad - (Russia) a delicious salad for buffet, lunch or dinner.[ov0]
Eggs Ajitama - (Japan) Soft Boiled and Seasoned eggs for Ramen topping.[v0]
Eggs, Boiled, Hard and Soft - (Gen) method based on the latest research and actual testing.[ov]
Eggs, Brunch - (California) an outstandling satisfying dish of scrambled eggs.[2]
Egg Curry - (India) whole hard cooked eggs with sauce. [ov]
Egg Curry with Peas - (Nepal) a fine breadfast of spiced scrambled eggs.[ov2]
Egg Curry Zanzibar - (Africa, Zanzibar) a versitile curry for any meal.[v3]
Egg & Herb Salad - (Georgia) an interesting herbal appetizer spread.[ov0].
Eggs Perico - (Colombia) a fine and flavorful egg and vegie breakfast.[ov0+]
Eggs, Pickled - (Gen.) popular in Britain and Central and Eastern Europe.[v]
Eggs, Poached - (Gen) method, detailed with extensive notes.[ov]
Eggs with Purslane - (Mexico) a very tasty jumbled eggs combination.[mov0+]
Egg Salad / Stuffed Eggs - (Georgia) excellent as salad, spread, filling or stuffed eggs.[ov1]
Eggs, Salted - (East & Southeast Asia) an important flavoring ingredient.[v0]
Eggs & Soujuk Sausage - (Turk) a quick egg dish with intensely flavored sausage.
Eggs, Scrambled Masala - (Cali / India) scrambled eggs with Indian spice.[ov0]
Eggs, Stuffed with Chicken Liver - (Ukraine) easy to make, excellent for buffet or zakusky.
Eggs, Stuffed & Garnished - (California) Delicious stuffed eggs with Korean influence.[v0]
Eggs, Stuffed with Mushroom - (Ukraine) easy to make, excellent for buffet or zakusky.[ov]
Eggs Stuffed with Mushrooms - (Russia) an elegant and delicious appetizer.[ov0]
Eggs Stuffed with Mushrooms - (Spain - California) mushroom version of Eggs Stuffed with Shrimp.[v0]
Eggs, Stuffed Picante - (Italy) unusual tuna flavored stuffed egg appetizer.[0]
Eggs Stuffed with Shrimp - (Spain - Andalucia) delicious, easy to make if you know how.[f0]
Egplant & Tomato Frittata - (Persian) delicious for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.[ov0]
Farofa with Eggs - (Brazil) A recipe based on the popular side dish Farofa.[mv0+]
French Toast - (Euro-Amer) a quick easy breakfast, and quite satisfying too.[ov]
Fried Rice, Various - (China) flexible, quick and easy to make.[0].
Fried Rice Cake with Eggs - (Viet) Bôt Chiên, a very popular "street food" in Vietnam.[v0]
Frittata with Pasta - (Italy) supposed to be made using leftover pasta.[mv0]
Gari Foto - (Africa, West) breakfast eggs with cassava granules and vegetables.[ov1]
Ham, Egg, & Tomato Pie - (Argentina) a spectacular breakfast, brunch, or lunch.[0]
Herbal Appetizer Omelet - (California) based on an omelet popular in Southeast Asia.[v0]
Luang Prabang Salad - (Laos) a popular salad from the days of French Indochina.[v0]
Nopales & Eggs - (Mexico) a popular easy to make breakfast dish.[ov2]
Omelet, Savory - (France) your basic French 3-egg omelet. [ov]
One Eyed Jack - (Euro-Amer) an easy breakfast that's tasty too.
Onion Skin Eggs - (Sephardic) side dish or garnish, Popular for hundreds of years.[ov]
Palm Hearts with Watercress - (Brazil) featuring a diverse and attractive mix of ingredients.[0v]
Pasta Salad with Ham - (France) this simple salad is astonishingly delicious.
Pork Stew with Eggs - (Thai) an interesting stew from before Chilis came to Asia.[0]
Potatoes with Broken Egg - (Spain) a dish served in Tapas Bars throughout Spain.[v0]
Potato & Egg Salad - (Italy) a non-dairy potato salad with very clean flavor and texture.[ov]
Potato Tortilla - (Spain) a thick tasty Spanish omelet.[v]
Preserved Duck Eggs - (China) strange looking, but my guests never leave any on the table.[v0]
Sopa Paraguaya - (Paraguay) the "national dish". Breakfast, Lunch, or Side.[ov0]
Soy Eggs - (China) A common breakfast egg, appetizer or street vendor snack.[0v]
Spinach & Potatoes with Egg - (Denmark) a substantial breakfast, brunch, lunch, or side dish.[v1]
Tagine of Eggs - (Tunisia) a spectacular brunch, lunch, or even dinner.[2]
Tea Eggs - (China) an attractive easy to make appetizer.[0v]
Tomato & Salted Egg Salad - (Philippine) a very popular salad in the Philippines.[ov0]
Shakshuka Tumble - (Palestine) eggs tumbled into flavorful vegi sauté.[ov1]

Eggplant

Baba Ghannouj - (Lebanon) a very popular spread / dip in the Near East.[v0]
Beef and Eggplant Green Curry - (Thai) a fiery curry with plenty of Beef and Eggplant flavor.
Beef & Eggplant Soup - (Cambodia) aromaticly flavorful and satisfying. [1]
Beef and Eggplant Stir Fry - (Laos) simple but satisfying [1+].
Beef Green Curry - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and beef.[3]
Beef Red Curry #2 - (Thai) a popular Thai country curry with eggplants.[3]
Cauliflower, Potato & Eggplant Korma - (India northwest) - delicious, and aromatically spiced.[v1]
Chicken with Eggplant - (Thai) simple but surprisingly satisfying.
Chicken with Eggplant - (Thai) Simple, but with plenty of Thai flavor.[3]
Chicken Green Curry - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and chicken.[3]
Eggplants with Amaranth - (India - Andhra) A flavorful dish of "Thai" eggplants and greens.[v3]
Eggplant Caviar - (Russia) a fine spread for black bread, crackers, etc.[v]
Eggplant Curry - (Cambodia) popular all over Southeast Asis.[mv1]
Eggplants with Methi - (India - Bengal) A flavorful dish of eggplant and mildly bitter greens.[v2]
Eggplant & Rice Pilav - (Turkey) a truly excellent pilav, for side or vegetarian main.[v0]
Eggpalant Salad - (Turkey) a very simple, but luscious salad.[v0]
Eggplant Stuffed with Pork - (China) mildly flavored and sophisticated, side or main.
Eggplant with Tomatoes & Capers - (Italy) tasty vegetable side goes well with pasta, meat. [v]
Egplant & Tomato Frittata - (Persian) delicious for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.[ov0]
Fish Curry Asam - (Malaysia) a delicious curry / stew of fish and vegies.[1+]
Fish Green Curry. - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and fish.[3]
Fish & Mixed Vegetable Curry - (India Bengal) delicious, and just spicy enough.[3]
Fish Stew w/Eggplant, Okra - (Africa, Ghana) easy to make and absolutely delicious.[1]
Fried Eggplant Salad - (Turkman) a flavoful salad with unusual textural contrasts.[v1]
Lamb & Eggplant Stew - (Lebanon) just the right balance between meat and vegies.[0]
Marinated Eggplant Appetizer - (Italy) an interesting appetizer of tiny eggplants.[v]
Peppers Stuffed with Eggplant - (Bulgaria) an attractive, easy to make vegetable appetizer.[v0]
Pindjur - Condiment / Spread - (Macedonia, Serbia) popular appetizer or to accompany meats.[v1]
Pork Green Curry. - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and pork.[3]
Pork Red Curry - (Thai) a popular country curry with eggplant and long beans.[4]
Pork & Vegetable Stew - (Philippine) an interesting stew emphasizing vegetables.[0].
Potato Vegetable Casserole - (Spain) a great side dish or, with rice, a vegetarian main dish.[v0]
Shrimp Green Curry - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and shrimp.[3]
"Spinach" Soup / Stew - (Africa, West) This is a very famous stew in the region.[mv1]
Türlü - (Turkey) an outstanding vegetable stew, also adopted by Sephardic Jews.[v0]

Endive

Asparagus & Endive Salad - (Euro-American) intriguing and delicious. [ov]
Mixed Greens Salad - (Spain - Catalunya) An excelent light salad of fresh greens.[mv0]

Escarole

Catalán Salad - (Spain) an unusual, delicious and very much non-vegetarian salad.[0]
Escarole, Tuna & Sausage Salad - (Spain - Catalán) a delicious, and very non-vegetarian salad.[0]
Mixed Greens Salad - (Spain - Catalunya) An excelent light salad of fresh greens.[mv0]
Xatonada Salad - (Spain - Catalunya) A fine fish and escarole salad with a flavorful dressing.[2]

Fennel

Donyana Salad - (Palestine) an aromatic salad with citrus dressing.[v0]
Fennel Bisque - (Euro-Amer) A light and exceptionally delightful soup.[ov]
Fennel Salad - (Germany) a light salad with intereting flavor contrasts.[ov]
Fennel Tomato Sauce - (California-Italy) a light flavoful sauce for Pasta, Seafood, etc.[v2]
Pork Stew with Wheat & Fennel - (Spain) a really delicious stew, with pork & Spanish sausages.[0]
Red Cabbage Salad with Fennel - (Spain) a salad presenting interesting textures and flavors.[v0]
Sylphium (Laser) Stem / Root / Juice - (Roman Empire) a useful fake for extinct ingredients.[v]

Fenugreek

Sarson Ka Saag - (India - Punjab) a very popular purée of greens.[v2]

Fern

Beef & Fern Soup - (Korea) quick and simple with robust flavor.[2+]
Beef & Royal Fern Soup - (Korea) a flavorful and substantial cool weather soup.[2+]
Beef with Spicy Vegetables - (Korea) a traditional thick soup with Scallions and Fern.[3]
Fernbrake Banchan - (Korea) Braken Fern is a popular vegetable in Korea.[0]
Fern Fiddleheads - (USA) Two ways to serve fiddleheads.[v]

Figs

Lamb Tagine with Figs and Apricots - (Morocco) a mildly sweet Tagine for Serving with CousCous or Rice.[0]

Fish

Anchovy Cream Dip - (Jamaica) a dip / sauce where robust flavor is appropriate.[0]
Anchovy Stock - (Korea) an essential in the Korean kitchen.[0]
Anchovy Stock with Vegetables - (Korea) a flavor enhanced Anchovy Stock.[0]
Blackened Redfish - (U.S. Cajun) a classic - very tasty. [3]
Black Cod / Sablefish, Steamed - (China) a simple recipe exploiting character of this unique fish.[0]
Bombay Duck, Fried (dry) - (India) "Fish Jerky", very popular around Mumbai.[1]
Bombay Duck, Fried (fresh) - (India) a popular hot appetizer around Mumbai.[1]
Catfish Creole in Court Bouillon - (US Louisiana) poached in a vegetable stew.[1]
Catfish Gumbo - (US Louisiana) traditional, delicious and easy to make.[1]
Catfish Noodle Soup - (Burma) an interesting and fairly substantioal soup.[f2]
Catfish Soup - (Thai) a substantial soup that exploits the unique flavor of catfish.
Ceviche #1 - (Mexico) - A delicious appetizer salad with fish "cooked" in lime juice.[2].
Chicken Fu Yung Shandong - (China) rather different from American Egg Fu Yung.[0]
Daing na Bangus - (Filipino) Milkfish, marinated and pan fried.[0]
Escarole, Tuna & Sausage Salad - (Spain - Catalán) a delicious, and very non-vegetarian salad.[0]
Fish Adobo - (Philippine) a mildly tart fish dish, quick and easy.[0]
Fish with Beer - (Poland) from a land that loves Fish and Beer.[0]
Fish with Celery, Basil - (Africa, Tanzania) an outstanding treatment for light fish fillets.[2]
Fish Curry Asam - (Malaysia) a delicious curry / stew of fish and vegies.[1+]
Fish Masala Curry - (Africa: Tanzania) a very flavorful fish curry.[3]
Fish Masor Tenga - (India, Assam) a very popular dish in northeastern India.[f1]
Fish with Mushrooms - (Poland) an appetizing but easy oven fish fillet dish.[0]
Fish with Red Cabbage - (Poland) from a land that loves Fish and Cabbage.[0]
Fish Cakes #1 - (Thai) popular and delicious appetizer.
Fish Cakes #2 - (Thai) more practical than #1 outside Thailand.
Fish with Celery - (Thai) outstandingly delicious, nice table presentation.[f1]
Fish - Cha Cá Hanoi. - (Viet, Hanoi) very famous, "some assembly required".[0]
Fish in Chettinad Sauce - (India, Tamil Nadu) amazing fish dish with lots of flavorful sauce.[f3]
Fish Chowder Zhoushan - (China, Zhoushan) very simple and light, with outstanding flavor.[0]
Fish in Coconut Cream Curry - (India - Andhra) a rich and very flavoful curry.[1]
Fish Coconut Curry - (Malay) A mild but flavorful curry for light colored fish.
Fish in Coconut Sauce - (Africa, Tanzania) an excellent fish curry, easy to make.[1+]
Fish Curry Deccan - (India, Andhra) an unusual but very flavorful fish curry.[3]
Fish Curry Goa - (India - Goa) delicious and fiery! [3+]
Fish Curry, Indonesian - (Indonesia) a light curry of mackerel, potatoes and coconut milk[2]
Fish Curry Maharashtrian - (India - Maharashtra) A flavorful curry with plenty of sauce.[2+]
Fish Escovitch - (Jamaica) very find cool main dish, buffet dish, or appetizer salad.[2]
Fish Fillets with Cauliflower - (Poland) Delicious, attractive, and substantial.[0]
Fish Fillets with Tomato & Sage - (California) simple and delightful for warmer days.[0]
Fish Fried with Ginger - (Singapore) intense and delicious - an appetizer, side or main.[0].
Fish Fried with Ginger Vegies - (Thai) the vegies are so tasty you could almost skip the fish.
Fish Green Curry. - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and fish.[3]
Fish with Herbs - (Burma, Kachin) a delicious summer dish of fresh water fish.[2+]
Fish with Mushrooms & Ginger - (Thai) an intensely flavorful main dish.
Fish & Mixed Vegetable Curry - (India Bengal) delicious, and just spicy enough.[3]
Fish & Peppers Stir Fry - (China) Simple, very flavorful and quick to make.[f0]
Fish & Potato Curry - (India east) a very popular dish, and delicious.[2]
Fish with Rice - (Lebanon) simple ingredients, but simply delicious!
Fish Rassol'nik Soup - (Russia) a fish version of a popular type of sour soup.[0]
Fish in Recheio Sauce - (India, Goa) a unique and delicious fish curry, moderately spicy.[2]
Fish Solyanka Soup - (Russia) a type of sour soup very popular in Russia.[0]
Fish Soup - (Africa E. Tanzania) simple, light, but satisfying.[2]
Fish Soup - (Indonesia) a great soup for any fish that stays firm [1].
Fish Soup Brodetto - (Italy, Romagna) a traditional and very substantial seafood soup.
Fish Soup - (Sweden) a delightful light fish soup.
Fish Soup - (Italy) a delicious and substantial fish soup - sure to please.
Fish Soup with Aromatics - (Burma) a delicious fish soup in the Shan style.[2]
Fish Soup Kakavia - (Greece) a delicious and ancient ancestor to Bouillabaisse.
Fish Soup, Ligurian - (Italy - Liguria) a versitile and substantial soup.
Fish Soup de Perro - (Spain - Andalusia) a simple, but interesting, fish soup.[0]
Fish Soup Provençale - (France) a famous soup from southern France.
Fish Soup with Roasted Herbs - (Laos) an unusual and interesting fish soup with herbs.[2]
Fish Soup Romesco - (Spain, Catalonia) deliciously flavored with Romesco sauce.[0]
Fish Soup with Sour Broth - (Philippine) an outstandingly delicious fish soup.[2 to 3]
Fish Soup / Stew - (Puerto Rico) a delicious soup/stew with flexible ingredients.[0]
Fish Soup, Sweet Sour - (Viet) an amazing, unique and very popular fish soup.[1]
Fish Sour Curry - (India - Goa) delicious, not too sour or too chili hot.[f3]
Fish, Sour Curry / Maalu Ambul Thiyal - (Sri Lanka) a very popular dish, strongly flavored.[3]
Fish Steamed Chinese Style - (China) completely delectable and easy to make [0].
Fish Steamed with Lime and Chili - (Thai) Chinese style, but with a totally Thai sauce.[4]
Fish Stew, Brazilian - (Brazil) a main dish fish stew a bit gentler than Vatapá.[0]
Fish Stew Casamance - (Africa, Senegal) a simple but very flavorful fish stew.[2]
Fish Stew, Chilean - (Chile) an outstandingly delicious light stew with potatoes.[0]
Fish Stew - Cotriade - (France) a very flavorful and satisfying seafood stew or soup.
Fish Stew w/Eggplant, Okra - (Africa, Ghana) easy to make and absolutely delicious.[1]
Fish Stew with Vegetables - (Africa, E Tanzania) a flavorful stew with lots of vegies.[0]
Fish Stew with Vinegar - (Philippine) a very popular lightly tart fish stew.[1]
Fish Sudado - (Peru) a simple but simply delicious fish soup / stew.[1]
Fish Stuffed Chilis - (Tunisia) a delicious appetizer or light lunch.[1]
Fish in Tamarind Sauce #1 - (India - Madras) easy to make and delicious.[3]
Fish in Tamarind Sauce #2 - (India - Andhra) very intense spice flavors, delicious.[3]
Fish Tibs - (Africa, Ethiopia) Delicious and easy. "Tibs" are Ethiopian stir fries.[1]
Fish with Tomato - (India) a rich, mildly spiced curry from the north.[1]
Fish & Vegetable Soup - (Mexico, Yucatán) delicious, attractive, and not "fishy".[2]
Fish & Vegetable Soup - (Turkey) a substantial, healthy and flavorful fish soup.
Fish & Vegetable Stew - (Africa, Senegal) a stew with diverse textures and intense flavors.[0]
Fish with Vinegar & Coconut - (Philippine) simple but very flavorful [1].
Fish with Walnut Dressing - (Georgia) A cold appetizer that will delight people who like fish.[1]
Fish in Wine Sauce - (Bulgaria) a delicious stew, served hot or cold.[0]
Fish in Yogurt Sauce - (India - Bengal) slightly tart and softly spiced.[0]
Fisherman's Potato Salad - (Norway) a little different with sardines, but delicious.
Giant White Corn & Tuna Salad - (Chile) an unusual salad with contrasting textures.[0]
Gray Mullet with Vegetables - (Bulgaria) a flavorful fish stew with plenty of chunky vegetables.[0]
Hot & Sour Shrimp Soup #2 - (Thai) with fish and omelet - flavorful and substantial.[3]
Jansson's Temptation - (Sweden) extremely popular casserole in Sweden and Finland.
Mackerel with Green Papaya - (Thai) A feature dish with a very aromatic sauce.[1]
Mackerel with Lemon Sauce - (Bulgaria) Wow - what a cascade of flvors.[0]
Mackerel, Savory - (Med) a simple fish dish with robust flavors.
Mackerel, Stuffed & Baked - (Euro-American) flavorful and attractive appetizer, side or main.
Mackerel Wine Pickle - (Euro-American) - a mild but intensly favorful appetizer.
Mean Molly - (India - Karala) Deliciously spicy fish curry.[3]
Panang Curry (various) - (Thai) a popular moderately spicy curry in Malaysian style.
Pasta with Mixed Seafood - (California) A fine light main for three or pasta course for five.[0]
Pasta Salad with Tuna - (Italy) a flavorful Italian cold pasta salad.[fv0]
Pasta & Tuna Salad - (Costa Rica) easy, and an excellent buffet salad.[0]
Pickled Herring - (Scandinavia) very popular all through Scandinavia and the Baltic region.
Pickled Herring - (Russia) a Russian table is not complete without herring.
Sablefish with Miso Glaze - (Japanese) tricky, but totally delicious.
Sablefish / Black Cod, Steamed - (China) a simple recipe exploiting character of this unique fish.[0]
Salmon, Poached with Peas - (Euro-Amer) an amazing combination of flavors.[0]
Salt Cod Salad - (Puerto Rico) a very popular salad on the island.[f0]
Sardine Spread - (Norway) an excellent spread for bread, crackers or sandwiches.
Seafood Soup - (Guatemala) a flavorful broth with plenty of seafood.[f1]
Seafood Soup - (Thai) an aromatic soup of fish, shrimp and mixed seafood.[1]
Seafood Soup, Hot Sour - (Thai) simple, flavorful, adaptable to any seafood on hand.[2]
Seafood Stew di Rimini - (Italy) a rich and flavorful main dish seafood stew.
Sister-in-Law Song's Fish Soup - (China - Zhejiang) a light fish soup with interesting contrasts.[0]
Skate Wings with Capers - (France) an attractive and very flavorful fish course.
Smelts, Deep Fried - (California, etc.) A fine appetizer with a simple dip.[0]
Smelt, Fried with Dill - (Finland) a substantial appetizer or light meal.
Smelt, Fried, with Dip - (Viet) an excellent warm appetizer for people who like fish.[1]
Smelts, Fried, with Lime Pepper Dip - (Viet) fried smelt appetizer with Cambodian influence.[1]
Smoked Herring Spread - (Denmark) salty smoked herring tempered with radishes and dairy.
Snakehead Fish Soup - (Viet) a popular and very delicious soup.[1]
Sole with Tomatoes & Sage - (US Cal) A light, easy to make summer meal.[1]
Stuffed Eggs Picante - (Italy) unusual tuna flavored stuffed egg appetizer.[0]
Tiny Fish, Fried & Seasoned - (China, Sichuan) more interestingly seasoned than most fried fish.[v2]
Tuna / Bonito Canary Island - (Spain) from the Canary Islands - not for timid tastes.[1]
Tuna with Mushrooms & Ginger - (Thai style) an intensely flavorful dish.
Tuna, Spicy Seared - (Viet) popular all over Vietnam, in restaurants and at street stalls.[2]
Seafood Soup, Chilean - (Chile) a soup widely popular along the coast of Chile.[0]
Seven Seas Soup - (Mexico) a justly famous seafood soup from the coasts.[f1]
Surströmming Adventure - (Sweden) exploring the worlds stinkiest edible food.[0]
Vatapa - (Brazil) a unique stew of shrimp, fish and salt cod from Bahia.[2]
Vobla - (Russia) a dried salted fish, popular in Russia, Ukraine and Armenia.
Xatonada Salad - (Spain - Catalunya) A fine fish and escarole salad with a flavorful dressing.[2]

Flaxseed

Chickpeas in Flax Sauce - (Africa: Ethopia) a nice, moderately spicy side dish or light lunch.[v2]
Injera with Flaxseed Sauce - (Africa, Ethiopia) surprisingly delicious with nice textures.[v1]

Frogs

Frog Legs with Lemon Grass - (Vietnam) a tasty frog leg stew flavored with Lemon Grass.[2]
Frog Legs Provençale - (France) fresh, simple and tasty with flavors of Provence.
Frog Legs with Sesame Coconut - (Africa) easy and tasty stew, can use for chicken wings too.[1]
Frog Leg & Watercress Soup - (France - Alsace) an elegant yet substantial and satisfying soup.
Frog Soup - (Uruguay, Argentina) an elegant soup course - adaptable to main.[0]

Fruit (Mixed)

Chicken with Wine, Fruit - (England) Elizabethan, a bit sweet but very tasty.
Dried Fruit Chutney - (South Africa) Blatjang is the chutney in RSA, variously used.[v1]
Fruit Salad - (Philippine) Filipino fruit salad is served as a desert.[ov0]
Fruit Salad, Thai - (Thai) a fruit salad made similarly to the famous Green Papaya Salads.[v3]

Fungus

- see also Mushrooms

Fungus - Black
- Pork Liver with Cucumber - (China) an interesting contrast of flavors and textures.
- Pork, Black Fungus & Bamboo - (China) a quick stir fry with interesting textures.[1]
- Pork with Stem Lettuce (Celtuce) - (China, Sichuan) attractive stir fry with texture contrasts.[1]
- Shrimp, Pork & Bean Thread Soup - (Thai) An interesting, easy to make soup that holds well.[0]
- Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry - (Korea) Japchae - a popular celebration dish.[mv0]
- Vegetable Stir Fry - (Viet) a side dish suitable for practictically any cuisine.[v0]
Fungus - White

Garlic

Cilantro Sauce / Mojo - (Spain) used with fish, potatoes and fresh cheese.[v0]
Garlic Salt - (Euro-American) very simple, very easy.[v0]
Ginger Garlic Paste - (India) very convenient if you do a lot of Indian recipes.[v0]
Mojo - Cuban - an indispensable marinade and dip for Cuban cuisine.[v0]
Mojo - Cuban California - a dip, condiment and sauce used in California Cuban restaurants.[v0]
Pickled Garlic - (Thai) an important ingredient in Thai cuisine.[v0]
Pork Belly Soup / Stew - (Burma - Shan) an amazing soup stew, "sweet-sour", but no sugar.[0]

Ginger

Chicken with Ginger - (China, Zhejiang) simple but outstandingly delicious.[0]
Ginger Garlic Paste - (India) very convenient if you do a lot of Indian recipes.[v0]
Ginger Sauce - (Lao, Viet) a dip / sauce often used with Chicken.[mv2]

Goat

Curry Goat - (Jamaica) a very popular party dish in Jamaica.[3-5]
Dominican Goat - (Dominican Rep.) very tasty with tomato and green pepper.[1-3]
Goat / Mutton Curry - (Africa, E Tanzania) Delicious, not difficult, but a long simmer.[0]
Goat or Mutton Gongura Curry - (India - Andhra) a very popular meat curry in South India.[2-4]
Goat in Shrimp Sauce - (Africa, W) outstandingly flavorful stew.[3]
Goat / Lamb Spleen Stir Fry - (India - Tamil Nadu) A simple, but unusual, stir fry.[3]
Matumbo / Tripe Stew - (Africa E Kenya) a very popular and delicious stew, economical too.[2]
"Mutton" / Goat Korma - (India, Telangana) a Hyderabad dish in Mughlai style.[1]
Mulligatawny Soup - (Anglo-Indian) a popular British soup derived from a Tamil sauce.[3mv]
"Mutton" with Potatoes & Okra - (India - Andhra) a light and spicy goat and vegetable curry.[3]
Somali Soup / Stew - (Somalia, Djibouti, Yemen) vegies and various meats.[1]

Gongura / Kenaf

Goat or Mutton Gongura Curry - (India - Andhra) a very popular meat curry in South India.[2-4]

Gourds

Note that Fuzzy Melon, Opo Gourd, Luffa, and sometimes Snake Gourd are quite interchangeable, with similar taste and cooking properties. Ash Gourd and Winter Melon are the same thing. Thai Recipes in English often use "Winter Melon" for Fuzzy Melon (It's an immature Winter Melon). Angled Luffa (Chinese Okra) and Smooth Luffa (Sponge Gourd) are entirely interchangeable, except you'll need a little more weight for Angled Luffa.

Ash Gourd Kootu - (India, Tamil Nadu) a delicious side robust enough to be a vegetarian main.[v3]s
Ash Gourd with Moong Dal - (India, Tamil Nadu) a light but spicy side dish.[v3,4]
Ash Gourd & Yogurt Kootu - (India, Tamil Nadu) a light but sharp contrasting side dish.[v3,4]
Bitter Melon - It's a Gourd, but has it's own section.
Fuzzy Melon with Bean Threads - (China) a light main or interesting side dish.
Fuzzy Melon with Beef - (China) a flavorful meaty dish of beef and gourd.[0]
Fuzzy Melon with Chicken - (China) a simple but tasty chicken vegetable stew.[0]
Fuzzy Melon & Chicken Red Curry - (Thai) flavorful with good Chicken / Vegetable balance.[3]
Fuzzy Melon with Pork - (China / California) adapted from Pork Belly with Fuzzy Melon.[2]
Fuzzy Melon with Pork - (China, Southeast) a simple but tasty stir fry, 2 ways.[0]
Fuzzy Melon with Pork Belly - (China) rich and delicious, serve with rice.[1]
Fuzzy Melon Sambar - (India, South) delicious served with rice.[v3]
Fuzzy Melon Soup - (China, Cantonese) a light but satisfying main dish soup.[0]
Kantola Gourd with Potatoes - (India) a simple stir fry with sophisticated flavor.[sv2]
Luffa Gourd - (India) a light and delicate side that isn't mushy like squash.[v2]
Luffa & Beef Stir Fry - (China) a light simple and delicious summer stiry fry.[0]
Luffa with Edamame - (China, Zhejiang) a simple but very tasty brunch dish or light main.[mv0]
Luffa with Pork and Carrot Stir Fry - (Indonesia) a delicious easy recipe for informal dining.[0]
Luffa & Pork Soup - (China) Light, simple and delicious.
Luffa with Shrimp - (India) a light, delicate side with delightful flavors.[0]
Opo & Chana Dal Curry - (India, Bihar) a delightful light but flavorful curry.[v3]
Opo Gourd with Chicken - (Burma) An absolutely delicious curry (or soup).[3]
Opo Kootu - (India, South) an excellent, flavorful Kootu with Opo Gourd.[v1+]
Opo and Pork Adobo - (Philippine) a tasty light stew for warmer months.[0]
Opo Gourd & Pork Soup - (Vietnam) a light but flavorful Summer soup.[0]
Opo Gourd with Potatoes - (India) a simple but delicious vegetable stir fry.[sv2]
Opo-Potato Curry - (Nepal) an excellent vegetarian curry, or side dish for non-veg menus.[v3-4]
Snake Gourd with Black-eyed Peas - (India Konkani) Delicious as a side or a light vegetarian main dish.[v3]
Snake Gourd with Coconut - (India) a light gourd dish suitable as a side on Western menus.[v2]
Tinda Gourd Sabzi - (India Punjab) a popular vegetable stew from Punjab.[v1]
Tinda Potato Sabzi - (India, Punjab) a popular vegetable stew from Punjab.[v2]
Winter Melon Soup - (China) a light soup with pork
Winter Melon Soup #1 - (Vietnam) a light soup with pork spare ribs.
Winter Melon Soup #2 - (Singapore) a medium light soup with chicken.

Grapes

Apple Celery Walnut Salad - (Sweden) a crisp, refreshing salad, durable enough for buffet.[v]
Verjus - (Europe) an interestingly flavored alternative to vinegar.[v]

Grapefruit

Grapefruit & Cucumber Salad - (Brazil) an unusual salad or relish.[v0+]

Greens

Greens, Sautéed - (Africa: Ethiopia, Eritrea) a delicious vegetable side or light lunch.[v0]
Greens, Southern - (USA Deep South) Greens simmered with hog jowl or bacon.[0]
Eggplants with Methi - (India - Bengal) A flavorful dish of eggplant and mildly bitter greens.[v2]
Mexican Salad #2 - (Mexico Fed. Dist.) a popular salad, varies by region.[v2]
Sitaw (Bean) Leaves Stir Fry - (Philippine) A fine dish of greens for Philippine or Western menu.[1v]
See also:

Amaranth Broccoli Cabbage Choy Gai Lan
Herbs Kale Mustard Purslane Radish
Rapini Water Spinach Spinach

Ham

Black Beans in Red Sauce - (Peru) Intensely flavorful but with mild chili heat.[2mv]
Borshch, Ukrainian #1 - (Ukraine) a soup of worldwide fame.
Catalán Salad - (Spain) an unusual, delicious and very much non-vegetarian salad.[0]
Double Pork Soup - (China, Shanghai) delicious, simple, sure to please porcophiles.[0]
Ham, Egg, & Tomato Pie - (Argentina) a spectacular breakfast, brunch, or lunch.[0]
Ham - Dry Cure - (Euro-Amer) how to buy and cook country hams.
Ham - Wet Cure - (Euro-Amer) how to buy and cook city hams.
Pasta Salad with Ham - (France) this simple salad is astonishingly delicious.
Salade Bagration - (Russia) a pasta version of the famous Russian Olivier Salad.
Swedish Hash - (Sweden) a substantial breakfast dish of meat, potatoes and egg.

Herbs & misc. Greens

Cheiro Verde - (Brazil / Portugal) a simple but important ingredient and garnish.[v0]
Cilantro Sauce - (Georgia) amazingly delicious, for meats, vegetables, salads.[v2]
Cilantro Sauce with Chili - (Africa E. Somalia) delicious sauce or dip with endless uses.[v2]
Egg & Herb Salad - (Georgia) an interesting herbal appetizer spread.[ov0].
Green Soup - (Peru) a popular soup of potatoes and herbs, lots of herbs.[v0]
Herbal Appetizer Omelet - (California) based on an omelet popular in Southeast Asia.[v0]
Herbs de Provence - (France) seasoning shortcut for Provence cuisine.[v]
Maté - (South America) favorite beverages in the Southern Cone.[v0]
Khmeli Suneli - (R. Georgia) a dry herb/spice mix essential to regional cuisine.[v1]
Quinoa Salad - (Peru) a delicious tabouleh-like salad with Quinoa.[v0]
Rasam with Mint - (India, Tamil Nadu) unusual, but very tasty and herbal.[v3]
Salsa Verde - (Chile) simple, tasty, and much used in sandwiches.[v0]
Tabouleh - (Lebanon) the rightly famous bulgur and parsley salad.[v]
Tong Ho & Mushroom Soup - (China) a simple herb soup with straw mushrooms.[v]
Za'atar - (Levant) a very important spice/herb mix in the region.[v0]

Hemp Seed

Hemp Salt - (Lithuania) a common sprinkle for salads, potatoes, meats, etc.[v0]
Hemp Salt - (India) a common sprinkle for salads, potatoes, meats, etc.[v0]

Hominy

Menudo - (Mexico) famous as a hangover cure, it's also a good soup.

Horseradish

Beets with Horseradish - (Poland) Delicious as a salad, condiment, or spread.[v0]
Horeseradish, Polish - (Poland) Prepared horesradish for Polish (and other) recipes.[v0]
Horseradish & Sauces - (Euro) popular condiments throughout Europe.[v]

Huacatay

Aji Huacatay Sauce - (Peru) a popular Sauce / Dip using a Peruvian herb.[ov3]

Huauzantle

Huauzontle Patties - (Mexico) a popular vegetable dish in parts of Mexico.[v0]

Insects, Caterpillars, Scorpions, Spiders, Centepedes

Mopane Worms - (Southern Africa) these are very popular throughout the region.[1]

Jackfruit

Jackfruit Rag Fries - (India, Konkani) an excellent use for often discarded jackfruit rags.[v1]
Jackfruit Seed Curry - (India - Goa, Karnataka) an interesting way to use those seeds.[v3]
Jackfruit Vegie Cashew Curry - (Thai) a curry using unripe jackfruit in place of meat.[v2]
Kadyos, Baboy at Langka - (Philippine) KBL soup offers interesting flavors and textures.[0]
"Raw" Jackfruit Subzi - (India) an interesting vegetable curry of unripe jackfruit.[2v]

Jellyfish

Jellyfish & Cucumber Salad - (China) a popular type of salad for celebration tables.

Jersey Pork Roll

Jersey Breakfast Sandwich - (USA) very popular in New Jersy and Pennsylvania.

Jicama

Jicama & Orange Salad - (Mexico, Yucatán) A change of pace salad, or a fruit desert.[v3]
Watercress Salad - (Trinidad) interesting contrasts of textures and flavors.[v0]

Jonjoli

Jonjoli Salad - (Georgia) a salad very popular on celebration tables in Georgia.[v0]

Kale

Colcannon - Potatoes & Kale - (Irish) an excellent change from plain mashed potatoes.[ov]
Greens, Sautéed - (Africa: Ethiopia, Eritrea) a delicious vegetable side or light lunch.[v0]
Pasta with Kale & Potatoes - (Italy) an attractive pasta dish with plenty of nutritious kale.[v]
Potato & Kale Soup - (Brazil) a popular and delicous soup that can be made vegetarian.[mv0]
Sukuma Wiki, Greens - (Africa E. Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda) surprisingly delicious Kale.[v0]
Tuscan Kale Pesto - (Italy) this simple, slightly sweet pesto has many uses.[v]

Kidneys

Beef Kidneys with Mushrooms - (Poland) one of my childhood favorites.[0]
Beef Kidneys & Potatoes - (Russia) flavorful and substantial.
Kidneys Languedoc - (France) an excellent dish for anyone who like kidneys.
Kidney & Potato Casserole - (Russia) beef kidneys with lots of vegetables and sour cream.
Kidneys in Madeira Sauce - (Russia) a famous zakuska dish, but suitable as a main dish too.
Kidneys in Wine Sauce - (Argentina) a flavoful stew from beef, veal, lamb or pork kidneys.[0]
Pork Kidney Stew - (Hungary) an intersting break from beef stew.
Pork Liver & Kidneys, Sichuan - (China) Complimentary flavors with mildly spicy sauce.[2]
Pork, Liver & Kidney Soup - (Philippine) quick easy soup with interesting flavor contrasts.[0]
Rassol'nik - Kidney Soup - (Russia) "different", but really tasty.
Variety Meat Stew - (Jewish - Morocco) a popular Passover dish.

Kimchee / Kimchi

Kimchijeon Pancakes - (Korea) easy and delicious, breakfast, snack, side dish.[mv2]
Noodle Soup with Kimchi - (Korea) a flexible, flavorful, and attractive soup.[v2]
Pork & Kimchee Soup - (Korea) a simple, easy to make soup with amazing flavor.[2]
Pork & Kimchi Stew - (Korea) an excellent combination of tastes and textures.[2]

Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi Salad - (China - Sichuan) a delightful appetizer salad.[v0]

Krachai

Beef with Krachai - (Thai) a dish that uses red curry paste but isn't a curry.

Labnah

[Labne, Yogurt Cheese]

Labneh Dip / Spread - (Palestine) a "must have" condiment on the Levantine table.[v1]

Lamb / Mutton

Beef Cardán Soup - (Bolivia) an extremely popular and tasty hangover cure soup.[0]
Bunny Chow - (South Africa) a very popular dish in Durban, curry filled bread.[mv1]
Cabbage Rolls #5 - (Armenia, Turkey) simple lamb and/or beef stuffed rolls.[0]
Harira - (Morocco) soup with lamb - flavorful, substantial and easy.
Lamb & Apricot Stew - (Armenia) very flavorful, easy and reheats well.
Lamb with Cardoons - (Algeria) excellent lightly sauced lamb with an unusual vegetable.[0]
Lamb & Cauliflower Stew - (Afghanistan) A delicious light stew for lamb or beef.
Lamb & Chickpea Stew - (Palestine) a popular stew. lamb, chickpeas, & lots of Chard.[1]
Lamb Curry - (South Africa) Filling for Bunny Chow, or served with roti or rice.[2]
Cochabambina Soup - (Bolivia) a compex soup with beef, lamb and lots of vegies.[0]
Lamb & Eggplant Stew - (Lebanon) just the right balance between meat and vegies.[0]
Lamb Leg with Herbs - (Turkish) moist tender and delicious, with sauce.
Lamb Plov Uzbek - (Uzbek) The signature dish of Central Asia, Lamb & Rice.[2]
Lamb Shank Stew - (Persia) flavored with herbs and lemon juice.
Lamb / Goat Spleen Stir Fry - (India - Tamil Nadu) A simple, but unusual, stir fry.[3]
Lamb Stew with Pasta - (Italy) a fine light main course or substantial soup.
Lamb Stew with Potatoes - (Azerbaijan) a hearty, flavorful stew of Lamb or Mutton.[0]
Lamb Stock - (Turkey) a basic stock for Turkish, Armenian and Near Eastern dishes.
Lamb Tagine with Figs and Apricots - (Morocco) a mildly sweet Tagine for Serving with CousCous or Rice.[0]
Lamb & Vegies with Lemon Sauce - (Turkey) a delicious stew with sauce. Works with beef too.[0]
Lamb / Beef & Vegie Stew - (Uzbek) a tasty stew, widely adopted, including in Russia.[0]
Meat & Vegetable Salad - (Uzbek) a very nice, flavorful and substantial salad or light lunch.[0]
Melon Dolma - (Armenia) stuffed with meat and rice - aromatic and excellent!
"Mutton" / Goat Korma - (India, Telangana) a Hyderabad dish in Mughlai style.[1]
"Mutton" with Potatoes & Okra - (India - Andhra) a light and spicy goat and vegetable curry.[3]
Pasta Casserole with Meat - (Lebanon) in a European style with Lebanese spicing.
Scouse - (England) the "cannot live without" stew of Liverpool.
Somali Soup / Stew - (Somalia, Djibouti, Yemen) vegies and various meats.[1]
Tagine of Lamb Carrots & Celery - (Morocco) another aromatic stew to serve with couscous or rice.
Tashkent Salad with Meat - (Uzbek) a simple herbal radish salad with strips of meat.[0]

Lamb Variety Meats

Hearts with Prunes - (Scand) long cooking but flavorful and satisfying.
Kidneys, Pork or Lamb - (China, Beijing) a simple meaty stir fry with plenty of sauce.[0]
Lamb Head, Steamed - (Morocco) a delicacy widely appreciated.[0]
Lamb Nuts - (Persia) a fine hot appetizer or breakfast patty.
Lamb Tongue Salad - (Lebanon) an excellent salad, and not difficult.[0]
Lamb Tongue "Salad" - (Lebanon) an absolutely delicious warm appetizer/soup/salad.
Lamb Tripe Soup - (Algeria) long cooking but easy - and delicious![0]
Liver & Onions - (Korea) an easy and tasty take on this inseperable pairing.[0]

Laser

- see Asafoetida for a substitute.

Leeks

Leek & Apple Slaw - (Poland) a really amazing slaw! Easy to make and won't wilt.[ov0]
Leek, Potato & Sausage Soup - (Germany) substantial and satisfying, with bockwurst or knackwurst.
Potato Leek Soup - (Irish) for authenticity on St. Patrick's day. [ov]
Pork Twice Cooked - Sichuan - (China Sichuan) Tasty, rich and satisfying.[2]
Potato, Leek & Squash Soup - (Italy) light but substantial cream soup.[mv]

Lemons

Lemon, Butter & Tomato Sauce - (California) a very nice sauce for spooning over fish fillets[ov0].
Lemon Pepper - (Euro-Amer) aromatic seasoning for fish, chicken, chicken wings.[v0]
Preserved Lemon - (Morocco) essential for North African and Middle Eastern cooking.
Tagine of Lamb Carrots & Celery - (Morocco) an aromatic stew with preserved lemon.

Lentils

- See Beans, Peas & Lentils

Lettuce

Luang Prabang Salad - (Laos) a popular salad from the days of French Indochina.[v0]

Lettuce - Stem - Celtuce

Pork with Stem Lettuce (Celtuce) - (China, Sichuan) attractive stir fry with texture contrasts.[1]
Pork with Stem Lettuce (Celtuce) - (China, Sichuan) A spicy pork stir fry with contrasting textures.[4]
Stem Lettuce (Celtuce), Soy Pickled - (China) a very enticing mild vegetable pickle.[v]

Lily Bulbs

Lotus Pond - Stir Fry - (China - Zhejiang) a magnificant warm appetizer or side dish.[v0]

Limes

Lime Pickle - (Singapore) a sour condiment with intense flavor.
Margarita, "Original" - (Mexico) the premier cocktail of Mexico, origin and details.[v0]

Liver

Calf Liver, cut appropriately, can be substituted for pork liver but with somewhat less delicate flavor.
Liver in Adobo Sauce - (Spain) an intensely flavored accent dish.[0]
Liver & Onions - (Korea) an easy and tasty take on this inseperable pairing.[0]
Pork Liver with Cucumber - (China) an interesting contrast of flavors and textures.
Pork Liver & Kidneys, Sichuan - (China) Complimentary flavors with mildly spicy sauce.[2]
Pork, Liver & Kidney Soup - (Philippine) quick easy soup with interesting flavor contrasts.[0]
Pork Liver with Long Beans - (Thai) quick and easy with complimentry flavors and textures.[3+]
Pork Liver Sauté - (Thai) tasty enough even for some liver haters.
Pork & Liver Stew - (Philippine) substantial with interesting textural contrasts.[0]
Variety Meat Stew - (Jewish - Morocco) a popular Passover dish.

Liverwurst

Beef with Liver Sauce - (Filipino) an unusual but satisfying stew.[1]

Luffa / Loofa

see Gourds

Lotus

Lotus Pond - Stir Fry - (China - Zhejiang) a magnificant warm appetizer or side dish.[v0]
Pickles for Curry - (Japan) a side item for Japanese Curry, useful with other dishes.[v0]
Pork Rib & Lotus Root Soup - (China) a simple, satisfying but exotic looking soup.
Pork & Lotus Root Soup - (Vietnam) an unusual and attractive soup.

Maize

see Corn / Maize.

Malabar Spinach

Malabar Spinach - (Indonesia) a surprisingly satisfying light main dish.[1v]
Malabar Spinach with Beef - (Japan) A Chinese style stir fry adapted for Japan.
Malabar Spinach with Dal - (India) a light main dish or side for Indian or Western cuisine.[v2]
Malabar Spinach with Pork & Shrimp - (Philippine) attractive with interesting tastes and textures.[0]
Malabar Spinach Raita - (India) a yogurt based spread or salad for roti, chapatis, etc.[v2,3]
Malabar Spinach with Shrimp - (China) lots of greens with salt fish and shrimp for accents.[fv0]
Malabar Spinach Soup - (Maylasia, Nonya) a delicious vegetable soup, but not vegetarian.[0]
Mung Beans with Malabar Spinach - (Filipino) a popular Philippine "comfort food" dish.[mv0]
Pork & Malabar Spinich - (Thai) a very well liked main dish stir fry.[2]
Shrimp with Malabar Spinach - (Viet California) excellent light main dish. very quick.[f0]

Malanga

Malanga Frituras - (Cuba, etc.) very popular for good reason: easy, delicious.[v0]
Tripe a la Criolla - (Puerto Rico) - intensely flavorful and substantial, but not heavy.

Mango

Chicken Foot Green Mango Salad - (Malaysia) - a pleasant salad with textural contrasts.[1]
Chicken with Peppers, Mango - (Africa: Tanzania) a delicious Chinese / African stir fry.[2]
Green Mango Chutney - (India) a popular chutney made with many variations.[v3]
Green Mango Yogurt Dip - (Southern California) a uniquely flavored dip for crudités, etc.[v1]
Green Mango Salad - (Philippine) as popular in the Philippines as in Thailand and Vietnam.[fv2]
Melon with Mango Sauce - (Brazil) An unusual but tasty and visually interesting Fruit Salad.[mv0]
Mixed Noodles Salad - (Burma) an impresive party salad, not easy but worth it.[mv1]
Sweet Mango Chutney - (Africa E. Tanzania) a mild, fruity chutney for vegies, snacks, meats.[v2]

Manioc

- See Yuca.

Meats - Various

Lentil Everything Soup - (Russia) definitely a soup for a crowd. reheats well.[0]
Sauerkraut Soup - (Poland) traditional, with meats.[0]

Melons

Bitter Melon is actually a gourd, but has its own section.
Fuzzy Melon is actually a Gourd (immature Winter Melon)
Winter Melon (Ash Gourd) is actually a Gourd.
Beef in Melon Sauce - (Spain) beef stewed in an intrigueing, mildely sweet sauce.[0]
Melon Dolma - (Armenia) stuffed with beef and rice - aromatic and excellent!
Melon with Mango Sauce - (Brazil) An unusual but tasty and visually interesting Fruit Salad.[mv0]

Minari

- Seri, Water Dropwort

Minari & Beef - Banchan - (Korea) banchan with the intersting herbal flavor of Minari.[0]

Mint

Beef & Mint Salad - (Vietnam) substantial and absolutely delicious![2]
Cilantro Mint Chutney - (India) a "must have" Chutney on Indian buffets.[v3]

Molokhiya

- [Okra Leaf]

Chicken Molokhiya Soup - (Egypt) a very popular soup in Egypt and the Middle East.

Mushrooms - Fresh & Canned

- see also Fungus

Barley, Potato & Shroom Soup - (S. California) Simple but substantial and satisfing.[mv1]
Beef Braised with Mushrooms - (Bhutan) tasty, easy and from available ingredients.[2+]
Beef Kidneys with Mushrooms - (Poland) one of my childhood favorites.[0]
Bok Choy with Mushrooms - (China - Zhejiang) a quick, simple green vegetable side dish.[v0]
Buddha's Delight / Luóhàn Zahi - (China) a very famous vegtarian stew of many vegetables.[v0]
Celery à la Grecque - (Euro-American) - a refreshing lemony salad or appetizer.[v]
Chard with Mushrooms - (USA) A flavorful side of greens particularly good with meats.[v2]
Chicken Cashew Stir Fry - (Brazil) a recipe revealing the Asian influence on Brazilian cuisine.[0]
Chicken with Choy and Mushrooms - (Thai) a flavoful stir fry for chicken and any choy.[2]
Chicken with Ginger & Mushrooms - (Thai) very tasty, especially made with fresh Shitakes.
Chicken with Mushrooms - (Poland) - a stew with plenty of delicious sauce.[0]
Chicken with Mushrooms - (Africa, sub-Saharan) an aromatic chicken dish sure to please.[3]
Chicken Mushroom Stew - (Sweden) an outstanding Chicken stew with green beans.
Eggs, Stuffed with Mushrooms - (Ukraine) easy to make, excellent for buffet or zakusky.[ov]
Eggs Stuffed with Mushrooms - (Russia) an elegant and delicious appetizer.[ov0]
Fish with Mushrooms - (Poland) an appetizing but easy oven fish fillet dish.[0]
Fish Soup with Roasted Herbs - (Laos) an unusual and interesting fish soup with herbs.[2]
Hot Sour Mushroom Soup - (China - South) an excellent version of this well known soup.[v1]
Mushroom Barley Soup - (Russia) a hearty peasant style soup than can be vegetarian.[mv]
Mushroom Borshch - (Russia) an excellent soup that's also vegetarian safe.[v0]
Mushroom & Cactus Soup - (Mexico City) a spectacularly flavorful soup.[mv2]
Mushroom Caviar Spread - (Lithuania) an interesting spread for bread, crackers.[v0]
Mushroom Dashima Stock - (Korea) a vegetarian alternate to Anchovy Stock.[v0]
Mushrooms à la Grecque - (Italy) an interesting and refreshing lemony salad or appetizer.[v]
Mushrooms, Marinated - (Baltic) way far better than store bought.[v0]
Mushrooms, Marinated - (Poland) way far better than store bought.[v0]
Mushrooms, Marinated - (Russia) - a spectacularly tasty treat.[v]
Mushroom Salad with Cumin - (Spain) a truely delightful mushroom salad.[v0]
Pelmeni - Siberian Dumplings - (Russia) once survival food, now popular all over Russia.[mv]
Potato Curry, Sumatra - (California) a vegetarian version of a fine Indonesian chicken curry.[v2].
Pork with Choy & Mushrooms - (Thai) one of my favorite daily meals, most choys will work.
Pork with Mushrooms - (Poland) Bialystok Pork and Mushrooms, pan fried and delicious![0]
Potatoes with Mushrooms - (Italy) a flavorful side, or light vegetarian main dish.[v]
Rooster Nut Soup - (China) an interesting variation on chicken soup.
Seafood Soup with Lemongrass - (Lao / thai) simple to make with a fine range of flavors.[1]
Spinach & Potatoes with Egg - (Denmark) a substantial breakfast, brunch, lunch, or side dish.[v1]
Stock, Russian Vegetable - (Russia) a robust vegetarian stock with dried mushrooms.[v]
Sweetbreads with Mushroom Sauce - (Italy) delicious - and popular at parties.
Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry - (Korea) Japchae - a popular celebration dish.[mv0]
Tong Ho & Mushroom Soup - (China) a simple herb soup with straw mushrooms.[v]
Tuna with Mushrooms & Ginger - (Thai style) an intensely flavorful dish.
Yu Choy with Gluten, Mushrooms - (China, Shanghai) a stir fry with flavor and texture contrasts.[v0]
Yu Choy, 'Shrooms & Vegies - (Malay / California) visaually attractive and flavorful.[3mv]

Mushrooms - Dried

- see also Fungus

Barley & Beef Soup - (Tibet) a substantial soup with interesting tastes, textures.[0]
Barley and Mushroom Soup - (Latvia, Lithuania, Poland) a satisfying soup course or lunch soup.[v0]
Beef with Dried Mushrooms - (Korea) simple to make and very flavorful.[1]
Beef with Mushrooms & Noodles - (Korea) a summer dish with amazingly balanced flavors.[1]
Beef with Tofu & Vegetables - (Korea) a quick stew with interesting flavors and textures.[1]
Chicken with Black Mushrooms - (China) a satisfying dish with Yin Yang balance.[0]
Eggs, Stuffed with Mushroom - (Ukraine) easy to make, excellent for buffet or zakusky.[ov]
Hot & Sour Noodles - (Thai) easy to make side dish or vegetarian main dish.[v2]
Hot & Sour Pork Soup - Sichuan - (China) Easy to make, it uses pepper rather than chilis.
Kidneys in Madeira Sauce - (Russia) a famous zakuska dish, but suitable as a main dish too.
Lentil & Mushroom Soup - (Italy, South) a substantial soup with strong mushroom flavor.[v0]
Mushroom Caviar - (Russia) an outstandingly delicious spread, and easy to make.[ov]
Mushroom Borshch - (Russia) an excellent soup that's also vegetarian safe.[v0]
Mushroom Garlic Salad - (Spain) popular in tapas bars, distinctly flavored.[1v]
Mushrooms, Marinated - (Poland) way far better than store bought.[v0]
Musrooms, Marinated - (Russia) a spectacularly tasty treat.[v]
Mushroom Salad, Dried - (China, Yunnan) a very intense salad for small servings.[v1]
Mushroom Sauce - (Russia) made from dried black mushrooms.[v]
Mushroom Sauté - (California) east and delicious appetizer or side dish.[v0]
Mushrooms Sautéed with Allspice - (Turkey) an easy appetizer for serving warm or room temperatue.[v0]
Mushroom Soup - (Spain) an interestingly flavored soup, easily made vegetarian.[v0]
Mushroom Chili Sauce - (Italy) a very satisfying pasta sauce with light chili heat.[v2]
Pasta with Spinach & Mushrooms - (Italy) spinach with mushrooms is popular in southern Italy.[v0]
Pasta with Spinach Stems and Shrooms - (California) Much tastier than tossing them.[v0+]
Pork Stew Nonya - (Singapore) Deliciously indulgent stew with black mushrooms.[0]
Potatoes with Mushrooms - (Russia) a fine side dish for any European cuisine.[v0]
Shark Fin Soup - (Malaysia, Singapore, etc.) Delicious! and no actual Sharks are harmed.[0]
Tripe with Black Mushrooms - (China) a treat for those who enjoy less common delicacies.
Vegetable Stir Fry - (Viet) a side dish suitable for practictically any cuisine.[v0]

Muskrat

Muskrat Stew - (USA) an unusual but delicious stew from the Midwest and Northeast.[0]

Mussels

Fish Stew - Cotriade - (France) a very flavorful and satisfying seafood stew or soup.
Mussel Appetizer - (USA) really hard to resist eating them all right now![1]
Mussel Stew - (Spain) a substantial and satisfying seafood stew.[0]
Mussel Sauce - (Italy) an intense, delicious sauce with good seafood flavor.
Seafood & Vegetable Salad - (Spain - Valencia) an eye catching party salad.[0]

Mustard Greens

Greens, Sautéed - (Africa: Ethiopia, Eritrea) a delicious vegetable side or light lunch.[v0]
Sausages & Greens - (Italy) a delicious combination for a side, light main or breakfast.
Sarson Ka Saag - (India - Punjab) a very popular purée of greens.[v2]

Mustard Greens - Asian

see under Choy, Gai Choy and Tatsoi.

Mustard Seed & Powder

Mustard Miso Sauce - (Japan) used with fried tofu, chicken, fish, etc.
Mustard Paste - Bengali - (Bengal) an essential cooking staple in the region.[v2]
Mustard, Spicy German - (Euro/Amer) easy, and costs much less than those tiny jars.

Mutton

For U.S., Europe, Australia Near East, Caucasus, Persia and the Stans, see Lamb. Mutton is a sheep over 1 year old and should be cooked longer than lamb.
For India, (except northwest) see also Goat.
Goat / Mutton Curry - (Africa, E Tanzania) Delicious, not difficult, but a long simmer.[0]

Nagaimo

(Chinese Yam)

Nagaimo Pancakes - (Japan) similar to potato pancakes (latkes) but more delicate.
Spare Rib & Nagaimo Soup - (Japan) extremely simple but suprisingly satisfying.

Nettles

Nettle Soup - (Ireland) elegant, attractive and tasty as soup course.
Nettle Soup - (Sweden) a light soup with delightful herbal flavor.[v]
Nettle Soup - (Russia) a very popular green soup, also healthy and nutritious.[v0]
Pasta with Nettles - (Italy) pasta course or light main featuring flavorful herbs.[v]

Noodles - European

See also Pasta.
Cabbage with Noodles - (Poland) a simple and very popular vegetarian main dish.[v]

Noodles - Asian

Bean Thread & Cucumber Salad - (Pacific Rim) a simple but refreshing Southeast Asian style salad.[2+]
Bean Thread & Vegetable Salad - (Pacific Rim) a cool, refreshing, low calorie Southeast Asian style salad.[1]
Beef with Bok Choy & Rice Ovals - (China - Shanghai) a popular stir fry with unusual textures.[0]
Beef & Broccoli Soup - (China) with noodles - easy and stisfying.
Beef with Broccoli and Rice Noodles #1 - (Thai) very popular in California this dish shows Chinese influence.
Beef with Broccoli and Rice Noodles #2 - (Thai) a popular one dish lunch in Thailand.
Beef with Green Beans - (China) a delicious mix of flavors in a stir fry.[0]
Beef with Mushrooms & Noodles - (Korea) a summer dish with amazingly balanced flavors.[1]
Catfish Noodle Soup - (Burma) an interesting and fairly substantioal soup.[f2]
Chicken with Rice Noodles - (Thai) In the style of street food.[2]
Fried Noodles with Beef - (Vietnam) a popular standard of "street food" origin.
Chicken Noodle Soup - (China) a very popular and adaptable soup.
Chicken with Noodles - (Burma) Chicken and noodles in a rich but mild curry sauce.
Fried Rice Cake with Eggs - (Viet) Bôt Chiên, a very popular "street food" in Vietnam.[v0]
Hot & Sour Noodles - (Thai) easy to make side dish or vegetarian main dish.[v2]
Mixed Noodles Salad - (Burma) an impresive party salad, not easy but worth it.[mv1]
Mung Bean Noodle Salad - (Philippine) an attractive and flavorful salad or side dish.[v0]
Noodle Soup with Kimchi - (Korea) a flexible, flavorful, and attractive soup.[v2]
Noodles with Szechuan Vegetable - (China - Sichuan) a recipe from the Cultural Revolution.[v3]
Noodles with Vegetables & Beef - (Korea) Japchae, a deservedly famous Korean dish.[mv0]
Pad Thai - Thai Noodles - (Thai) a classic "street food" with shrimp or various meats.[m0]
Peanut Noodles - (Thai American) a popular noodle dish in North America.[v2]
Pork with Broccoli & Rice Noodles - (Cambodia) a stif fry "hotted" with black pepper rather than chilis.
Pork with Choy and Rice Noodles - (Thai / California) a delicious stir fry, and easy to make.[0]
Pork with Rice Ovals & Vegis - (China, Zhejiang) a dish with diverse flavors and textures.[0]
Pork with Shanghai Noodles & Greens - (China - Zhejiang) a satisfying one dish meal.[0]
Shrimp, Pork & Bean Thread Soup - (Thai) An interesting, easy to make soup that holds well.[0]
Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry - (Korea) Japchae - a popular celebration dish.[mv0]
Udon & Vegetable Soup - (Japan) flavorful soup course or light main dish.[fv,mv]
Yakisoba Noodles - (Japan) a very popular noodle dish, street food or home made.[v2]
Zaru Soba - (Japan) very popular cold buckwheat noodles.[mv0]

Nuts

Pork with Casshews - (China, Guangzhou) A classic stir fry, lots of ingredients but easy.[0]

Octopus

Octopus in Lemon & Oil - (Italy) delicious marinated octopus appetizer.
Octopus Salad - (Tunisia) a fine salad, even for those who "don't like salads".[f0]
Octopus with Wine & Fennel - (Greek) goes well with bread or crackers.

Okra

Beef, with Okra & Spinach - (Africa, sub-Sahara) very tasty and easy to make - and not slimy.[3]
Chicken Vegetable Stew - (Africa E. Tanzania) a festive chicken stew with vegies.[2]
Fish Curry Asam - (Malaysia) a delicious curry / stew of fish and vegies.[1+]
Fish Stew w/Eggplant, Okra - (Africa, Ghana) easy to make and absolutely delicious.[1]
"Mutton" with Potatoes & Okra - (India - Andhra) a light and spicy goat and vegetable curry.[3]
Okra, Batter Fried - (Puerto Rico) a very fine light vegetaable appetizer.[v0]
Okra with Black Pepper - (India, Tamil Nadu) a stir fry, tasty and not slimy at all.[v2]
Okra with Tomatoes - (Greece) not slimy, one of the most delicious vegetable dishes ever.[v]
Pork & Vegetable Stew - (Philippine) an interesting stew emphasizing vegetables.[0].
Türlü - (Turkey) an outstanding vegetable stew, also adopted by Sephardic Jews.[v0]

Okra, Chinese

- See Gourds, Luffa

Okra Leaf

- See Molokhiya

Olives

Olives, Black Marinated - (Spain Canaries) popular in tapas bars all over Spain.[1v]
Olives, Green Marinated - (Spain Andaluz) popular in tapas bars all over Spain.[1v]
Olives al Forno - (Italy) a popular appetizer of oven backed olives.[v]
Tapenade - (France) famous spread / ingredient from Provence.

Onions & Scallions (Green Onions, Spring Onions)

Abzhorka Salad - (Russia) a beef and vegetable salad that's sure to please.[0]
Beef, Ground, with Okra & Spinach - (Africa, sub-Sahara) very tasty and easy to make - and not slimy.[3]
Beef Onion Pot Roast - (Spain) A good sturdy peasant dish, braised beef with onions, potatoes.
Beef Stew, Hessian - (Germany - Hesse) substantial, and popular at parties.
Beef with Tomato & Onions - (Greek) braised beef with whole tiny onions.
Beet & Onion Salad - (Greek) a fine vegetable salad for anyone who likes beets.[v]
Caramelized Onions - (Worldwide) a very flavorful topping, garnis, or ingredient.[0v]
Celery à la Grecque - (France) a refreshing lemony salad or appetizer.[v]
Chicken in Almond Sauce - (Spain - Catalonia) a very famous dish from Moorish times.[0]
Chicken Curry Bhojpuri - (India, Bihar) an absolutely delicious dark chicken curry[3]
Chicken in Onion Sauce - (Spain) unusual, simple and delicious for family or buffer.[0]
Chicken Yassa - (Africa, Senegal) a chicken/onion stew now popular all over West Africa.[2]
Chickpea & Onion Stew - (Tajikistan) a popular vegetable stew, delicious too.[v2]
Chilean Salad - (Chile) elegant simplicity - popular all over Chile.[v1]
Dilled Onion Appetizer - (Russia) - a fine appetizer you can make years ahead.[v]
Hogao (Salsa Criolla) - (Colombia) an important table condiment and recipe ingredient.[v0]
Lamb Plov Uzbek - (Uzbek) The signature dish of Central Asia, Lamb & Rice.[2]
Lentils with Pearl Onions - (France) a nice accompaniment for a hot dinner.[v]
Onion Salad - (Argentina) it goes well with roasted meats and the like.[1v]
Jansson's Temptation - (Sweden) extremely popular casserole in Sweden and Finland.
Liver & Onions - (Korea) an easy and tasty take on this inseperable pairing.[0]
Marinated Red Onions - (Mexico - Yucatán) a condiment found on most tables.[0]
Okra with Black Pepper - (India, Tamil Nadu) a stir fry, tasty and not slimy at all.[v2]
Pickled Onions - (Finland, etc) A popular appetizer everywhere.[v]
Pickled Onions - (Italy) an Italian version that's sweeter than usual.[v]
Pickled Onions, Red - (Central America) condiment found on tables throughout the region.[v1]
Potato & Onion Appetizer - (Bulgaria) very simple, but you can't go wrong with potatoes.[v0]
Potato & Onion Curry - (India) Tari Aloo, chunks of potato in an aromatic onion sauce.[v1]
Rice, French Onion - (France, Lyon) flavored with caramelized onions.[v0]
Scallions, Pickled - (USA, SE) a great appetizer, and uses up surplus Scallions.[v1]
Tripe with Onions, Wexford - (Irish) a tasty side or even main dish for two.
Vegetable Vinegar Pickle - (Italy, Modena) way better than the pickles in the markets.[v0]
Zucchini with Tiny Onions - (France) an interesting and flavorful side or light main.[v]

Opo / Upo

- See Gourds

Orange

Country Style Ribs with Orange - (U.S. South) sweet and sour pork, southern style.
Fennel Salad - (Germany) a light salad with intereting flavor contrasts.[ov]
Jicama & Orange Salad - (Mexico, Yucatán) A change of pace salad, or a fruit desert.[v3]
Pork Roast with Blood Orange - (California) an easy to make pork roast with intensely flavorful sauce.

Ox Tails

Mock Turtle Soup - (U.S.) delicious and turtle safe.

Palm - Palm Hearts, Fruit, etc.

Pacaya with Eggs - (Mayan Region) a hearty vegetarian breakfast or Lenten main.[ov2]
Palm Hearts with Avocados - (Brazil) an attractive and tasty salad for table service.[v0]
Palm Heart Salad - (Eu/Am) tart, tasty and a bit different.[v]
Palm Hearts with Watercress - (Brazil) featuring a diverse and attractive mix of ingredients.[0v]

Papaya

Achara - Green Papaya Pickle - (Philippine) very popular throughout the islands.[v0]
Chicken & Green Papaya Stew - (Philippine) a very popular dish.[0]
Green Papaya Chutney - (Africa E. Tanzania) not too hot, served with various dishes and snacks.[v2]
Green Papaya Chutney - (India, Gujarat) a welcom relief from sweet and starchy foods.[v3]
Green Papaya Salad #1 - (Thai) a tart crunchy salad. [fv2-3]
Green Papaya Salad #2 - (Thai) a tart crunchy salad. [fv2-3]
Mackerel with Green Papaya - (Thai) A feature dish with a very aromatic sauce.[1]
Mixed Noodles Salad - (Burma) an impresive party salad, not easy but worth it.[mv1]

Parsley & Parsley Root

Bean Soup - (German) substantial, satisfying and easy to make.[mv]
Chimichurri - (Argentina / Uruguay) essential condiment for grilled meats.[v1]

Pasta

See also Noodles - particularly for Asian noodles.
Pasta Sauces are indexed under "Mediterranean" on the Recipes by Region page.
See also Couscous (North Africa, Middle East).
Beans with Reins - (Chile) a winter soup / stew of Beans, Spaghetti, Kabocha.[mv0]
Bucatini all' Amatriciana - (Italy - Lazio) pasta with cheese and tomatoes, popular in Rome.[1]
Bucatini with Broccoli - (Italy) popular light main dish or pasta course from Calabria.[v]
Cacio e Pepe - (Italy - Lazio) very popular, Spaghetti with Pecorino Romano cheese.[v0]
Cannelloni Piedmont - (Italy) from fresh made pasta rolled up with meat stuffing.
Chicken Maftoul Couscous - (Palestine, Jordan) A popular double recipe of Chicken and Pasta.[0]
Cold Pasta Salad Pizzaiola - (Italy) a tasty attractive pasta salad for table or buffet.[mv]
Csipetke - (Hungary) egg pastas for soup.
Frittata with Pasta - (Italy) supposed to be made using leftover pasta.[mv0]
Greek Salad with Orzo - (Greek) a stunningly tasty salad that's more than just greens. [ov]
Koshari - (Egypt) practically the "national dish" of Egypt, easy and delicious.[v1]
Lamb Stew with Pasta - (Italy) a fine light main course or substantial soup.
Macaroni Pie - (England) makes American mac-and-cheese look pretty wimpy.
Macaroni Salad - (Philippine) an exceptionally fine pasta salad with chicken.[0]
Pasta with Asparagus & Cheese - (Italy) a truly wonderful light main, side dish, or pasta course. [ov]
Pasta with Asparagus & Tomato - (Italy) from Umbria, an easy to make pasta course or light main dish.[v]
Pasta with Broccoli - (Italy) a Sicilian recipe showing North African influence.
Pasta with Broccoli #4 - (California) simple but delicious, pasta, broccoli and a light sauce.[v]
Pasta with Broccoli and Bacon - (Italy) pasta with broccoli enriched with a touch of bacon.
Pasta, Bacon & Brussels Sprouts - (California) Absurdly simplistic but quick and very satisfying.
Pasta Casserole with Meat - (Lebanon) in a European style with Lebanese spicing.
Pasta, Fava and Feta Salad - (Greek) a flavorful salad or light spring meal. [ov]
Pasta Alla Gricia - (Italy - Lazio) Perhaps the most famous pasta dish of Rome.[0]
Pasta with Kale & Potatoes - (Italy) an attractive pasta dish with plenty of nutritious kale.[v]
Pasta with Mixed Seafood - (California) A fine light main for three or pasta course for five.[0]
Pasta with Nettles - (Italy) pasta course or light main featuring flavorful herbs.[v]
Pasta with Rapini & Sausage - (Italy) simple, easty to make and satisfying - pasta dish or light main.
Pasta Salad with Ham - (France) this simple salad is astonishingly delicious.
Pasta Salad with Tuna - (Italy) a flavorful Italian cold pasta salad.[fv0]
Pasta with Shrimp & Peas - (Italy) Simple and easy to make, but flavorful and versatile.
Pasta with Spinach & Mushrooms - (Italy) spinach with mushrooms is popular in southern Italy.[v0]
Pasta with Spinach Stems and Shrooms - (California) Much tastier than tossing them.[v0+]
Pasta & Tuna Salad - (Costa Rica) easy, and an excellent buffet salad.[0]
Pasta & Vegatable with Bacon - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, or pasta course.[0]
Pasta & Zuchini - (Italy) very simple and tasty too - a pasta course or light main.[ov]
Salade Bagration - (Russia) a pasta version of the famous Russian Olivier Salad.
Penne Enraged - (Italy) one of the few pasta recipes with detectable chili heat.[v2]
Pigeon Pea and Orzo Salad - (Puerto Rico) an interesting, attractive and delicious salad.[v0]
Rabbit with Pasta - (Italy) meat and sauce made at once. Chicken thighs would work too.
Rice & Vermicelli Pilaf - (Armenia) the basic Armenian pilaf - very easy.[mv]
Romanesco Cauliflower with Pasta - (California) a simple recipe for that fancy Italian cauliflower.[ov]
Späetzle - (Germany) the pasta of Germany, served plain or with sauce.[v]
Tarhonya - (Hungary) tiny egg pastas for soup, etc.

Pastries & Puddings

Toad in the Hole - (England) popular since 1860, tasty, filling and easy.

Peanuts

Beef Peanut Stew / Soup - (Africa, Nigeria, Ghana) a popular and substantial stew.[2]
Bell Pepper Peanut Curry - (India, Karnataka) an unusual but tasty vegie curry.[v2]
Chicken Peanut Soup / Stew - (Africa, Ghana) a very popular tomato and peanut based dish.[2]
Dry Roasted Peanuts - (SE Asia / Africa) - Comon garnish or snack.[v]
Peanut Noodles - (Thai American) a popular noodle dish in North America.[v2]
Peanut Sauce - (Thai, etc) sauce / dip used all over Southeast Asia.[v3]
Whole Peanut Garnish - (Thai) a fancier garnish for noodles, etc.[v2]
Yakisoba Noodles - (Japan) a very popular noodle dish, street food or home made.[v2]

Pears

Cucumber, Pear, & Mint Salad - (Africa: Tanzania) an outstanding salad that won't wilt.[v0]

Peas, dried

- see Beans, Peas, Lentils (dry)

Peas, (Shell, Pod & Frozen)

Cauliflower, Potato & Pea Curry - (India north) - A delicious vegetable main course.[v1]
Diced Duck - (China) a flavorful but relatively low fat duck recipe.[0]
Diced Vegetable Salad - (Russia) a delicious salad for buffet, lunch or dinner.[ov0]
Egg Curry with Peas - (Nepal) a fine breadfast of spiced scrambled eggs.[ov2]
Pasta with Shrimp & Peas - (Italy) Simple and easy to make, but flavorful and versatile.
Pasta & Vegetable - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, or pasta course.[v0]
Pasta & Vegatable with Bacon - (California) a tasty light lunch, side dish, of pasta course.[0]
Potatoes & Peas - (India north) very popular in northern India.[v1]

Pennywort

- Rau-ma, Gotu cola

Pennywort Drink - (SE Asia) a refreshing chilled tonic drink. [v]
Pennywort Salad - (Burma) a pleasant green salad of interesting flavor. [v1]

Peppers, Sweet: Bell, Hungarian Sweet, etc.

- (See Chilis for hotter peppers)

Beef with Bell Peppers - (Thai) simple and satisfying in the Chinese style.[1+]
Beef Pepper Steak - (China, Sichuan) simple, quick, easy, with familiar taste.[2+]
Beef Pepper Steak - (Chinese American) very popular stir fry in American resturants.[0]
Beef Stew, Hessian - (Germany - Hesse) substantial, and popular at parties.
Beef Stew Tanzania - (Africa, E) a satisfying beef stew, and a good party dish.[0]
Bell Pepper Peanut Curry - (India, Karnataka) an unusual but tasty vegie curry.[v2]
Bell Peppers, Picante - (Italy) flavorful oil marinated bell pepper appetizer.[0mv]
Bell Pepper Rainbow - (California) attractive, delicious, Lunch, Side Dish, Buffet.[vm0]
Cauliflower Kung Pao - (China, Sichuan) an interestingly flavored mildly spicy vegetable dish.[v2]
Chicken with Sweet Peppers - (Spain) a delicious chicken stew with lots of red bell peppers.[1]
Chicken with Peppers, Mango - (Africa: Tanzania) a delicious Chinese / African stir fry.[2]
Chicken Tibs - (Africa, Ethiopia) a chicken stir fry, quick and tasty.[2]
Fish & Peppers Stir Fry - (China) Simple, very flavorful and quick to make.[f0]
Garden Salad - (France) a very fine salad with balanced flavors and textures.[v]
Greek Salad with Orzo - (Greek) a stunningly tasty salad that's more than just greens. [ov]
Jackfruit Vegie Cashew Curry - (Thai) a curry using unripe jackfruit in place of meat.[v2]
Lecsó - (Hungary) a dish served many delicious ways, and a staple ingredient.[0mv]
Mixed Peppers Salsa - (Lebanon) a delicious salsa served with flat bread and lemon.[v1]
Patatas a lo Pobre - (Spain - Andalusia) a delicous side dish of potatoes and peppers.[v0]
Peppers, Small Stuffed - (Ukraine) an attractive and very flavorful appetizer.
Peppers Stuffed with Eggplant - (Bulgaria) an attractive, easy to make vegetable appetizer.[v0]
Pimiento Strips - (Spain) a common garnish or ingredient in Spain, easy to make.[0v]
Pindjur - Condiment / Spread - (Macedonia, Serbia) popular appetizer or to accompany meats.[v1]
Pork Belly & Peppers - (China) Delicious! Vary richness by part of pig used.
Pork with Peppers - (China, Hunan) a simple home style stir fry, and tasty.[1]
Pork Ribs in Black Bean Sauce - (China) distinctly flavord, quick to cook, enough sauce for rice.
Pork Ribs Hunan with Peppers - (China) Mildly spicy and quick to cook.[2]
Potatoes with Peppers, Lemon - (Lebanon) an attractive warm maza or side dish.[v0]
Potato Vegetable Casserole - (Spain) a great side dish or, with rice, a vegetarian main dish.[v0]
Red Bell Pepper Salad - (Georgia) a delicious salad, suitable for buffet parties.[v1]
Red Pepper, Lentil & Tomato Salad - (Palestine) a delicious salad, or a light lunch.[v0]
Sweetcorn with Peppers - (China, Sichuan) a side dish found in casual restaruants and homes.[v0]
Sweet Pepper Rainbow Salad - (North America) tasty, attractive, good for buffet.[v0]
Türlü - (Turkey) an outstanding vegetable stew, also adopted by Sephardic Jews.[v0]
Vegetable Vinegar Pickle - (Italy, Modena) way better than the pickles in the markets.[v0]
Winter Squash with Chickpeas - (India - Bengal) a suprisingly delicious dish, lightly spiced.[0v]

Pickles

Abzhorka Salad - (Russia) a beef and vegetable salad that's sure to please.[0]
Cucumber Salad w/ Pickles, Dill - (USA MW) a cucumber, sour cream salad with pickles.[ov0]
Turnip & Pickle Salad - (Latvia) a fairly assertive accent or appetizer salad.[v0]

Pine Nuts

Rice with Saffron and Pine Nuts - (Spain) interesting flavor but not so much as to interfere.[mv]

Pineapple

Chicken with Pineapple & Coconut - (Philippine) well liked by children and adults alike.[0]
Palm Hearts with Avocados - (Brazil) an attractive and tasty salad for table service.[v0]
Pineapple Chaat - (India, Hyderabad) a very fine snack preparation of Pineapple.[v1]
Pineapple Chow - (Trinidad) an excellent appetizer - sweet, tart, sharp.[v2]
Pineapple & Cucumber Salad - (Indonesia) an interesting fruit salad also made in Thailand.[v1]
Pork with Pineapple - (Thai) an unusual dish made sweet-sour by pineapple.
Pork Stew - Jamaican - (Jamaican) a simple but delicious stew of Pork and Pineapple.[0+]

Plums Prunes

Sour Plum Extract - (Turkey) a souring agent used in soups, dolma, etc.[v0]
Tkemali - Sour Plum Sauce - (Georgia) an essential condiment and ingredient of many uses.[v2]

Pomegranate

Tomato & Pomegranate Relish - (Afghan) A sweet-tart relish for roasted or grilled meats.[v1]

Pomelo

Pomelo Salad - (Burma) A very simple but flavorful fruit salad.[fv0]

Pork

Beef, Pork, & Potatoes - (Estonia, etc) Popular home style dish with ground meats.[0]
Beef Tendons with Pork - (China - Sichuan) flavorful with interesting contrasts.[1 or 3]
Bicol Express - (Philippine) pork in coconut sauce, rich, delicious, chili hot.[4]
Bitter Melon with Ground Pork - an interesting and flaavorful stir fried side dish / appetizer.[02]
Black Bean Stew with Meats - (Brazil) Feijoada is perhaps the most famous Brazilian dish.[0]
Buntis Huhn - (Germany) a fine light stew of beans, vegetables and beef or pork.
Cabbage Rolls #1 - (Poland) cabbage leaves with an all meat stuffing and sauce.
Cabbage Rolls #2 - (Ukraine) cabbage leaves with meat and rice stuffing and sauce.
Cabbage Soup with Pork - (Laos) a light and tasty (depending on your pork stock) soup.
Carne Adovado - (US New Mexico) tender pork in a red caribe sauce.[3]
Pork Belly Braise - (Malaysia) a rich and delicious accent main dish with rice.[0]
Pork with Casshews - (China, Guangzhou) A classic stir fry, lots of ingredients but easy.[0]
Chicken & Pork with Port - (Italy) a simple meat dish with a delicious sauce.
Chilis Stuffed with Pork - (Laos) an excellent stuffed vegetable dish, meaty and easy to make.[1]
Cocido - (Spain) the signature one pot feast of Spain.
Coconut Potato Soup - (Thai) a substantial soup with potatoes and shrimp chicken or pork.
Double Pork Soup - (China, Shanghai) delicious, simple, sure to please porcophiles.[0]
Eggplant Stuffed with Pork - (China) mildly flavored and sophisticated, side or main.
Fried Noodles with (Pork) - (Vietnam) a popular standard of "street food" origin.
Fuzzy Melon Soup - (China, Cantonese) a light but satisfying main dish soup.[0]
Ham - Dry Cure - (Euro-Amer) how to buy and cook country hams.
Ham - Wet Cure - (Euro-Amer) how to buy and cook city hams.
Hot & Sour Pork Soup - Sichuan - (China) Easy to make, it uses pepper rather than chilis.
Jersey Breakfast Sandwich - (USA) very popular in New Jersy and Pennsylvania.
Kadyos, Baboy at Langka - (Philippine) KBL soup offers interesting flavors and textures.[0]
Liver, Italian Style - (Cuba) more Spanish than Italian, but very good.[0]
Malabar Spinach with Pork & Shrimp - (Philippine) attractive with interesting tastes and textures.[0]
Mapo Tofu - (China, Sichuan) famous tofu dish, intensely flavored.[4]
Meat Dumplings, Prussian - (Germany) tender and tasty meat balls in sauce.
Melon Dolma - (Armenia) stuffed with beef and rice - aromatic and excellent!
Mondongo Colombiano - (Colombia) a very popular Tripe, Pork and Chorizo soup.[0]
Mung Bean Soup - (Philippine) with pork and shrimp - very popular and rightly so.[0]
Mung Beans with Malabar Spinach - (Filipino) a popular Philippine "comfort food" dish.[mv0]
Panang Curry (various) - (Thai) a popular moderately spicy curry in Malaysian style.
Pasta Casserole with Meat - (Lebanon) in a European style with Lebanese spicing.
Pelmeni - Siberian Dumplings - (Russia) once survival food, now popular all over Russia.[mv]
Pork Adobo - (Philippine) very popular, variously made.[0]
Pork with Bamboo Shoots - (India - Arunachal) very simple and simply delicious.[3]
Pork & Beans Yucatán - (Mexico, Yucatán) a simple but delicious soup or stew.[3]
Pork & Beans Soup - (Peru) a interesting and substantial main dish soup.[0]
Pork Belly with Cauliflower - (China) nice stir fry that's both light and flavorful.[0]
Pork Belly Curry - (Thai / Burma) a signature dish of Northern Thailand.[2]
Pork Belly with Fuzzy Melon - (China) rich and delicious, serve with rice.[1]
Pork with Ginger & Vinegar - (Tibet) a very flavorful meaty stew.[0]
Pork Belly Chashu - (Japan) A popular Ramen topping, also for rice, fried rice, etc.[0]
Pork Belly Oven Roasted - (California) Juicy and tender, flavored by aromatic herbs and spices.
Pork Belly & Peppers - (China) Delicious! Vary richness by part of pig used.
Pork Belly with Potatoes - (China) very flavorful, but less rich than many pork belly dishes.[0]
Pork Belly Red-Braised - (China) said to be a favorite of Chairman Mao.[1]
Pork Belly Soup / Stew - (Burma - Shan) an amazing soup stew, "sweet-sour", but no sugar.[0]
Pork Belly Stew - (Malay-Nonya) a delicious side - but too rich for a main dish.
Pork Belly, Sweet & Sour - (China) flavorful and substantial, serve with rice.
Pork Belly with Green Beans - (Philippine) a stew with contrasting flavors and textures.[0]
Pork Belly with Winged Beans - (Philippine) a stew with contrasting flavors and textures.[0]
Pork with Bitter Melon - (Philippine) pork and vegie stir fry with medicinal bitter melon.[0]
Pork & Bitter Melon Stir Fry - (China) a popular flavor combination in Asia.
Pork in Black Bean Sauce - (Philippine) a very popular stew in Philippine homes.[0]
Pork, Black Fungus & Bamboo - (China) a quick stir fry with interesting textures.[1]
Pork & Bok Choy - (China) a simple stir fry with good flavor and interesting texture.
Pork with Bok Choy & Daikon - (Bhutan) with rice, an entire tasty meal.[3]
Pork with Broccoli (Gai Lan) - (Burma, Shan) a simple dish of Pork and Greens.[2+]
Pork with Broccoli & Rice Noodles - (Cambodia) a stir fry "hotted" with black pepper rather than chilis.
Pork & Chicken Adobo - (Philippine) a bit more complex than most adobos, but worth it.[0]
Pork with Chili-Garlic Sauce - (Mexico, Oaxaca) intensely flavorful, but not too chili hot.[2]
Pork with Chinese Broccoli - (Thai Style) one of my favorite stir fries.[3+]
Pork Chops in Lemon Sauce - (USA Creole) delicious way to present Pork Chops.[0]
Pork, Ground with Chinese Broccoli - (China, Sichuan) a tasty and satisfying dish, quick to make.[3]
Pork with Celery & Lemon Grass - (Singapore) Light, fresh and tasty with contrasting textures.[2]
Pork & Chayote Stir Fry - (Philippine) a flavorful light stir fry for warmer seasons.[0]
Pork Chops, Minas-style - (Brazil) simple marinated pork chops, pan fried or grilled.[0]
Pork Chops with Prunes - (France) chops served with a sweet fruit sauce.
Pork & Choy Soup - (Burma) an outstanding sour soup from Kayan State.[0]
Pork & Choy with Bean Sauce - (Thai) one of my favorite daily meals, any choy will do fine.
Pork with Choy and Rice Noodles - (Thai / California) a delicious stir fry, and easy to make.[0]
Pork with Coriander - (Cyprus) very simple but very flavorful too.
Pork with Cucumber - (China, South) Seasoned Pork with lightly crunchy cukes.[2]
Pork Curry - (Nepal) a simple but surprisingly tasty lightly spiced curry.[2]
Pork Curry with Tamarind - (Burma) a little like vindaloo, but sweeter and not nearly so fiery.[3]
Pork "Fish Flavored" - (China) a pork dish that includes not fish and doesn't taste like fish.
Pork with Flowering Chives - (China - Zhejiang) an interesting mix of flavors and textures.[0]
Pork with Fuzzy Melon - (China / California) adapted from Pork Belly with Fuzzy Melon.[2]
Pork with Fuzzy Melon - (China, Southeast) a simple but tasty stir fry, 2 ways.[0]
Pork Garlic Pickle - (Guyana) a meat side dish / appetizer popular during the holidays.[1]
Pork with Garlic & Pepper - (Thai) an example of Thai food from before chili peppers.
Pork & Green Chili - (US New Mexico) a popular, easy to make every-day stew.[3]
Pork Green Curry. - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and pork.[3]
Pork Hocks with Vinegar - (Philippine) a sweet-sour stew with a wide range of textures.[0]
Pork with Holy Basil & Chilis - (Thai) very popular with Thais - also Chicken, Beef, Squid, Shrimp.
Pork, Hot Sour - (China - North) spicy marinated pork with interesting contrasts.[2]
Pork & Kimchee Soup - (Korea) a simple, easy to make soup with amazing flavor.[2]
Pork & Kimchi Stew - (Korea) an excellent combination of tastes and textures.[2]
Pork & Liver Adobo - (Philippine) flavorful and popular, easy to make.[0]
Pork Loaf - (Georgia) a sliceable cold appatizer loaf.[0]
Pork Loin, Stuffed - (Norway) a very popular dinner dish throughout Scandinavia.
Pork with Long Beans - (Thai) too strong for a main, but a great accent side.[2]
Pork & Luffa Soup - (China) Light, simple and delicious.
Pork & Malabar Spinich - (Thai) a very well liked main dish stir fry.[2]
Pork with Marsala Sauce - (Italy) pork cubes in a flavorful wine sauce.
Pork Meatballs - (Thai) a delicious appetizer with Pacific Rim flavors.[1]
Pork with Mushrooms - (Poland) Bialystok Pork and Mushrooms, pan fried and delicious![0]
Pork with Mustard Greens - (Thai) a delicious stir fry, very well liked.[2]
Pork with Mustard Greens - (China) simple, quick and tasty.[0]
Pork and Opo Adobo - (Philippine) a tasty light stew for warmer months.[0]
Pork & Opo Gourd Soup - (Vietnam) a light but flavorful Summer soup.[0]
Pork with Peppers - (China, Hunan) a simple home style stir fry, and tasty.[1]
Pork Picnic Sholder Roast - (U.S. South) tender flavorful sholder roast with sauce.
Pork with Pineapple - (Thai) an unusual dish made sweet-sour by pineapple.
Pork Pot - Karelian - (Finland) a delicious stew with lots of vegies.
Pork with Potatoes - (China Sichuan) - a simple but very flavorful pork stew.[3]
Pork & Potato Stew - (Philippine) substantial, tasty and with just a touch of chili. [1]
Pork with Potatoes Stew - (Puerto Rico) a delicious and substantial stew that reheats well.[0]
Pork & Pumpkin Stew - (Burma) a tasty stew of pork and kaboka squash.[2]
Pork & Purslane Stew - (Mexico) tart, tasty, easy to make and healthy.[1]
Pork with Red Chili - (China) Shanghai street food, spicy and flavorful.[4]
Pork Red Curry with Zucchini - (Thai) light and tasty, but with a bit of chili bite.[3+]
Pork Red Curry - (Thai) a popular country curry with eggplant and long beans.[4]
Pork Rib & Bitter Melon Soup - (Thai) popular throughout East and Southeast Asia.[0]
Pork Ribs with Black Beans & Chili - (China) steamed ribs with a savory sauce.[2+]
Pork Ribs with Cabbage - (Africa) tasty, satisfying and healthy too.[2]
Pork Ribs with Coconut Water - (Vietnam) mildly sweet, tender and very moderate chili bite.[2]
Pork Ribs with Chili Bean Sauce - (China) a deeply flavorful appetizer or meat side dish.[1]
Pork Rib & Corn Soup - (Singapore, England, and California) a delightful side or light main.[0]
Pork Ribs, Country Style Grilled - (Chile) Delicious marinated ribs, with no sugar added.[2]
Pork Ribs Country Style with Orange - (U.S. South) sweet and sour pork, southern style.
Pork Ribs Fried & Braised - (China) an exceptionally flavorful "sweet and sour" side dish.
Pork Ribs in Black Bean Sauce - (China) distinctly flavord, quick to cook, enough sauce for rice.
Pork Ribs, Country Style with Orange - (U.S. South) sweet and sour pork, southern style.
Pork Ribs with Fermented Tofu - (China - Zhejiang) tender and uniquely flavored spare ribs.[1]
Pork Ribs Hunan with Peppers - (China) Mildly spicy and quick to cook.[2]
Pork Ribs with Lemon Grass - (Khmer Krom?) a delicious and substantial appetizer.
Pork Rib & Lotus Root Soup - (China) a simple, satisfying but exotic looking soup.
Pork Rib & Lotus Root Soup - (Vietnam) an unusual and attractive soup.
Pork Ribs, Marinated - (Thai style) Delicious! one of my favorites.[0-3]
Pork Rib & Nagaimo Soup - (Japan) extremely simple but suprisingly satisfying.
Pork Ribs with Orange - (China) easy to make ribs exploiting complimentary flavors.
Pork Ribs & Sausage with Sauerkraut - (Bavarian) pork ribs or chunks.
Pork Ribs Sichuan Spicy - (China) Tender and tasty with a chili bite - takes little attention.[3]
Pork Ribs Sichuan Sweet & Sour. - (China) easy and tasty, marinated and deep fried.
Smoked Pork Ribs, Roasted - (Euro-Amer) excessively delicious oven roasted smoked ribs.
Pork Rib Soup - (Okinawa - Japan) a delicious and substantial soup.
Pork Ribs Stir Fried - (Vietnam) A Vietnamese take on Chinese spare ribs.
Pork with Rice Ovals & Vegis - (China, Zhejiang) a dish with diverse flavors and textures.[0]
Pork Roast with Blood Orange - (California) an easy to make pork roast with intensely flavorful sauce.
Pork with Sauerkraut & Barley - (Estonia) complementry ingredients and easy to make.[0]
Pork, Sauerkraut & Barley Soup - (Baltic) from three complementary ingredients, easy.[0]
Pork with Scallions - China North) A simple stir-fry of pork and vegetables.
Pork with Scallions - (Korea) lightly glazed deep fried pork with interesting flavors.[1]
Pork in Scallion Sauce - (China Fujian) simple but amazingly flavorful.
Pork with Shallots & Onions - (India) less sharp than Vindaloo
Pork with Shanghai Noodles & Greens - (China - Zhejiang) a satisfying one dish meal.[0]
Pork, Shrimp and Bamboo Adobo - (Philippine) a rich, complex and mildly tart dish.[0]
Pork with Sichuan Vegetable - (China, Sichuan) a simple stir fry, distinctively flavored.[1]
Pork & Sichuan Vegetable Soup - (China) a lite soupe with fairly intense flavors.
Pork in Sour Broth - (Filipino) Sinigang Baboy, mildly tart pork stew with lots of vegies.[1]
Pork, Spiced with Orange - (India) intensely favored to liven up your menu.
Pork, Spicy Ground - (Thai) very popular in Thailand and California.[4]
Pork with Spinach & Silken Tofu - (China - Shanghai) a wonderful combination of flavors and textures.[0]
Pork with Squid - (Philippine) pork and squid with a delicious tangy sauce.
Pork with Stem Lettuce (Celtuce) - (China, Sichuan) attractive stir fry with texture contrasts.[1]
Pork with Stem Lettuce (Celtuce) - (China, Sichuan) A spicy pork stir fry with contrasting textures.[4]
Pork Stew with Carrots - (China, Sichuan) suprisingly delicious, and easy to make.[3]
Pork Stew with Eggs - (Thai) an interesting stew from before Chilis came to Asia.[0]
Pork Stew with Herbs (Italy, Tuscany) very flavorful, and extendable.
Pork Stew - Jamaican - (Jamaican) a simple but delicious stew of Pork and Pineapple.[0+]
Pork Stew Nonya - (Singapore) Deliciously indulgent stew with black mushrooms.[0]
Pork Stew Somerset - (England) An excellent stew with beans, vegies, suitable for buffet.[0]
Pork Stew with Vegies - (Afica, E Tanzania) a satisfying meat stew that cooks fairly quickly.[2]
Pork Stew with Wheat & Fennel - (Spain) a really delicious stew, with pork & Spanish sausages.[0]
Pork Stir Fry - (China, Beijing) a simple meaty stir fry, use with a vegi side.[0]
Pork Strips with Sauce - (China Sichuan) simple and simply delicious. [2]
Pork Sweet & Sour - (Thai) fresh, attractive, healthy and delectible.[1]
Pork and Tofu stuffed Cabbage - (Thai) a welcome foil to highly seasoned dishes.[0]
Pork Tokany Stew - (Hungary) "Cowboy Stew", very tasty and with plenty of pork.
Pork in Tomato Jalapeño Sauce - (Mexico, Puebla) simple, easy and delicious.[2]
Pork & Tomato Stew - (Spain - Murcia) intensely flavoful, easy, satisfying.[0]
Pork Twice Cooked - Sichuan - (China Sichuan) Tasty, rich and satisfying.[2]
Pork with Vegetables & Chili - (Burma) a quick stir fry with mild chili.[2]
Pork / Vegetable Curry - (Thai) a country curry quite different from Indian curries.
Pork with Vegetables - (Poland) A simple but quite satisfying cottage stew.[0]
Pork & Vegetable Goulash - (Poland) a Goulash far removed form Hungary, but delicious.[0]
Pork Vegie Soup - (S. California) a fine soup course or main dish soup.[2]
Pork & Vegetable Stew - (Philippine) an interesting stew emphasizing vegetables.[0].
Pork & Vegie Miso Soup - (Japan) a popular soup, especially for larger groups.[0]
Pork Vindaloo - (India Goa) vinegar maranade and spicy hot.[4+]
Pork with Water Spinach - (China) stir fry with a popular Asian vegetable.
Pork & Water Spinach Adobo - (Philippine) Delicious! And legal in California.[0]
Pork & Water Spinach Soup - (Thailand) popular and traditional.[0]
Pork with Winged Beans - (Philippine) Easy and delicious, with interesting flavor, texture.[3]
Pork & Yu Choy Five Spice - (Thai) a Thai stir fry in the Chinese style.[2]
Pork Yu Choy Stir-fry - (China) a tasty, easy to make main dish stir-fry.
Pork Yu Shiang - (China West) unique flavor from salted radish leaves.[1]
Pork Yuxiang - (China - Sichuan) the name means "fish flavored" but it doesn't taste like fish.
Prague Salad - (Czech) a popular meat salad with good flavor and interesting textures.
Purple Yam Soup with Pork - (Vietnam) startlingly good, flavorful and substantial.[0]
Rat Tails - (Germany, Hamelin) a "theme" dish from the town of Pied Piper fame.
Salt Pork - (Euro-Amer) once to preserve meat, now an important flavoring.[0]
Shrimp, Pork & Bean Thread Soup - (Thai) An interesting, easy to make soup that holds well.[0]
Soft Tofu Stew with Meat - (Korea) a popular stew, spicy and flavorful.[3]
Spring Rolls #1 - (Thai) delicious pork and shrimp filled spring rolls
Squid Stuffed with Pork - (Philippine) Flavorful and striking in appearance.
Swedish Meatballs - (Sweden) popular throughout Scandinavia - and the USA.
Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry - (Korea) Japchae - a popular celebration dish.[mv0]
Szekely Goulash - (Hungary) pork & sauerkraut stew, very popular for good reason.
Thai Noodles - (Thai) a classic "fast food" in Thailand with shrimp or various meats
Tofu - Home-style - (China, Sichuan) an attractive and satisfying stir fry.[mv3]
Vegetable Stew Andalusian - (Spain) a robust, meat rich Winter vegetable stew.[0]
Vegetable Stew - (Philippine, Ilocos) Pinakbet, very popular. Can be made vegetarian or not.[fv0]
Wheat & Chickpea Soup - (Spain) a peasant style soup, simple, flavorful, filling.[0]
Winter Melon Soup - (China) a light soup with pork
Winter Melon Soup #1 - (Vietnam) a light soup with pork spare ribs.
Winter Melon Soup #2 - (Singapore) a medium light soup with chicken.

Pork Variety Meats

Beef (or Pork) Liver, Fried - (Africa E. Tanzania) a versitile dish, appetizer, side or main.[0]
Black Bean Stew with Meats - (Brazil) Feijoada is perhaps the most famous Brazilian dish.[0]
Chicharong Bulaklak - (Philippine) a popular crisply deep fried appetizer.[0]
Chicherrónes - (the Americas) light and fluffy Pork Rinds.[0]
Chicherrónes in Tomatillo Sauce - (Mexico) simple and popular.[2]
Chicken with Pork Tripe - (China) interesting texture contrasts, pleasant flavor.[0]
Chickpea & Pig Foot Soup - (Puerto Rico) - a main dish soup with interesting flavors and textures.[0]
Greens, Southern - (USA Deep South) Greens simmered with hog jowl or bacon.[0]
Head Cheese - (Euro-American) - a great way to use those odd pig parts.
Hearts with Prunes - (Scand) long cooking but flavorful and satisfying.
Hoppin John - (USA Deep South) beans and rice eaten for luck on New Years Day.[0]
Kidneys, Pork or Lamb - (China, Beijing) a simple meaty stir fry with plenty of sauce.[0]
Liver and Onions - (Africa E. Uganda) a traditional dish, with a few modern touches.[0]
Liver & Onions - (Korea) an easy and tasty take on this inseperable pairing.[0]
Norfolk Pottage - (England) an outstanding stew for larger gatherings.
Pig Ear Snacks - (Cambodia) a sure hit with broad spectrum porkophiles.
Pig Ear Strips Pickled - (Worldwide) an interesting contrast between soft and crunchy.
Pig Ear Salad - (China) a crunchy salad with interesting textures.
Pig Feet, Boiled - (Ireland) easy and delicious - good party dish.
Pig Feet Curry - (Jamaica) an important recipe for we who like Pig Feet.[1]
Pig Feet, Grilled - (France) a delicious boneless treatment for pig feet.
Pig Feet Loaf - (Poland) a sliceable appetizer to serve with mustard and horseradish.
Pig Feet with Peppers - (China) - hot with sauce or cold with dips - yum!.[1+]
Pig Feet Pickled #1 - (Worldwide) - far superior to store bought.
Pig Feet Pickled #2 - (Worldwide) - even better than #1.
Pig Feet Soup - (Okinawa - Japan) one of the signature dishs of Okinawa.
Pig Feet Stewed with Caramel - (Cambodia) a flavorful but messy delight for porkophiles.[1]
Pig Skin Salad #1 - (Thai) lightly chewy and moderately spiced.[2]
Pig Skin Salad #2 - (Thai) lightly chewy and chili spiced.[3+]
Pig Skins Pickled - (Worldwide) tricky to make, but this recipe works.
Pig Snouts Pickled - (Worldwide) much less messy to eat than pig feet.
Pig Tail Appetizer - (China) an appetizer for real men, serve with beer.
Pig Tails with Beans - (Jamaica) flavorful and interesting textures.[1]
Pork Bung Stir Fry - (China) a street favorite from Korea through Malaysia.[1]
Pork Cheeks, Red Braised - (China Sichuan) tender, delicious and easy to make.[3]
Pork Cheeks, Wine Braised - (England) an easy and deliciously meaty braise.
Pork Hearts Diced (Bopis) - (Philippine) a popular traditional dish.[2]
Pork Hocks Pickled - (Worldwide) once a standard in bars, now rare.
Pork Kidney with Celery - (China) A very interesting and attractive appetizer.
Pork & Liver Adobo - (Philippine) flavorful and popular, easy to make.[0]
Pork Liver with Cucumber - (China) an interesting contrast of flavors and textures.
Pork Liver & Kidneys, Sichuan - (China) Complimentary flavors with mildly spicy sauce.[2]
Pork, Liver & Kidney Soup - (Philippine) quick easy soup with interesting flavor contrasts.[0]
Pork Liver with Scallions - (China) an interesting appetizer or side dish.[0]
Pork Loaf - (Georgia) a sliceable cold appatizer loaf.[0]
Lumpia Shanghai - (Philippine) spring rolls - essential for parties and family gatherings.[0]
Pork Liver with Long Beans - (Thai) quick and easy with complimentry flavors and textures.[3+]
Pork Liver with Rice Wine - (Singapore) a tasty Southeast Asian take on liver & onions.
Pork Liver Sauté - (Thai) tasty enough even for some liver haters.
Pork & Liver Stew - (Philippine) substantial with interesting textural contrasts.[0]
Pork Stomach with Ginger - (China, Sichuan) a popular stir fry, meatier than Beef Tripe.[0]
Pork Stomach Soup - (Maylasia) an exotic main dish soup with medicinal properties.[0]

Potatoes

Aloo Chaat - Fried Potatoes - (India - north) A standard with street vendors in India and Pakistan.[v2]
Aragon Beans & Rice - (Spain) easy to make, substantial and can almost stand on its own.[v1]
Baked Potato - (Euro/American) an ever popular side dish.[v]
Barley, Potato & Shroom Soup - (S. California) Simple but substantial and satisfing.[mv1]
Bean Potato Soup with Corn - (Italy) interesting and delicious - popular buffet soup[v]
Beet & Potato Salad - (Estonia / Latvia) very famous party salad.[v0]
Beef Adobo with Potatoes - (Filipino) very tasty and more economical than without potatoes.[2-3]
Beef Chili Hunan - (China, Hunan) Beef and potatoes with a distinctly Hunan chili sauce.[3]
Beef Curry Mussamun - a (Thai) take on the aromatic cuisine of Hyderabad, India.[2]
Beef Fenugreek Stew - (Africa E: Ethiopia) very popular in the walled city of Harar.[2]
Beef with Garlic Potatoes - (England) an interesting cassarole topped with potatoes.[0]
Beef Goulash - (Hungary) the basic Hungarian beef goulash - delicous!
Beef Goulash with Sauerkraut - (Hungary) a light stew good for warmer days.
Beef Kidneys & Potatoes - (Russia) flavorful and substantial.
Beef with Liver Sauce - (Filipino) an unusual but satisfying stew.[1]
Beef Mince Curry - (Africa: Tanzania) A delicious curry with short cooking time.[2]
Beef, Pork, & Potatoes - (Estonia, etc) Popular home style dish with ground meats.[0]
Beef & Potato Curry - (Vietnam) Substantial and satisfying.[1]
Beef & Potato Curry - (Burma) Beef is used in a few regions of Burma.[1]
Beef Seco - (Peru) a "dry" stew of beef and potatoes with cilantro sauce.[1]
Beef Soup / Stew - (Swiss) easy to make and thoroughly enjoyable.
Beef Stew with Potatoes - (Puerto Rico) a delicious and satisfying stew.[0]
Beef Stew with Vegetables - (Georgia) beef with plenty of vegies and fresh herbs.[1]
Beet & Black Cumin Soup - (Morocco) interesting and intense flavors.[v]
Beet & Vegetable Salad - (Africa: Ethiopia) a cold salad with interesting contrasts.[v1]
Beets & Vegetables Stew - (Africa: Ethiopia) Healthy side dish, lunch, or vegie main.[v1]
Boxty - (Ireland) fried slices of potato cake.[v]
Cau Cau - Tripe & Potatoes - (Peru) a traditional stew, served with rice.[0]
Cauliflower & Potato, Bengali - (India, Bengal) - A well spiced curry that is not chili hot. [v2]
Cauliflower & Potato Curry - (India south) - A mildly spiced curry. [v]
Cauliflower, Potato & Eggplant Korma - (India northwest) - delicious, and aromatically spiced.[v1]
Cauliflower, Potato & Pea Curry - (India north) - A delicious vegetable main course.[v1]
Chicken Afritada - (Filipino) a delicious stew of chicken, tomato and potato.[1]
Chicken in Almond Sauce - (Spain - Catalonia) a very famous dish from Moorish times.[0]
Chicken Coconut Yogurt Stew - (Africa E. Somalia) delicious stew with Somali spicing.[1]
Chicken Guisado Braise - (Honduras) a very flavorful chicken dish, not too chili hot.[2]
Chicken with Onion - (Puerto rico) very flavorful and easy to make.[0]
Chicken with Tomato & Pasta - (Greek) a flavorful dish that can be made family style or buffet.
Chicken with Potatoes - (Turkey) a main dish with a light, fresh taste.[1]
Chicken with Potatoes - (Burma - Shan) a substantial, flavorful, mildly exotic soup.[2]
Chicken & Potato Curry - (Singapore) a substantial curry with plenty of flavor.[2]
Chicken with Potatoes Stew - (Puerto Rico) a very satisfying chicken & vegetable stew.[0]
Chicken Soup / Stew, Turkmen - (Turkmenistan) A simple but very flavorful Soup / Stew.[1]
Chicken Stew with Herbs - (Georgia) outstandingly flavorful for dinner or party.[1+]
Chicken Stew Karala - (India - Karala) Chicken and Potatoes in Coconut sauce.[2]
Chicken Vegetable Stew - (Africa E. Tanzania) a festive chicken stew with vegies.[2]
Chorizo, Potatoes & Eggs - (Mexico) a substantial and satisfying breakfast dish.[2]
Clam Chowder - New England - (US Northeast) an American classic - delicious!
Clam Chowder - Rhode Island - (US Northeast) use Rhode Island Quahogs.
Cocido - (Spain) the signature one pot feast of Spain.
Coconut Potato Soup - (Thai) a substantial soup with potatoes and shrimp chicken or pork.
Colcannon - Potatoes & Kale - (Irish) an excellent change from plain mashed potatoes.[ov]
Corned Beef and Cabbage - (US/Canada) not really Irish, but a St. Patrick's day standard.
Corn and Vegetable Soup - (Argentina) tasty and substantial, for lunch or soup course.[v0]
Cutlets of Meat and Potatoes - (Africa E. Tanzania) a popular street or restaurant item.[1]
Diced Vegetable Salad - (Russia) a delicious salad for buffet, lunch or dinner.[ov0]
Dill Potatoes - (Sweden) properly with new potatoes, but others can be used.
Dublin Coddle - (Ireland) a light but very flavorful stew popular in pubs.
Fava Bean & Cheese Salad - (Peru) an unusual salad, good for buffet service.[v1]
Fish Curry, Indonesian - (Indonesia) a light curry of mackerel, potatoes and coconut milk[2]
Fish & Mixed Vegetable Curry - (India Bengal) delicious, and just spicy enough.[3]
Fish & Potato Curry - (India east) a very popular dish, and delicious.[2]
Fish Soup - (Africa E. Tanzania) simple, light, but satisfying.[2]
Fish Stew with Vegetables - (Africa, E Tanzania) a flavorful stew with lots of vegies.[0]
Fisherman's Potato Salad - (Norway) a little different with sardines, but delicious.
French Fries - (N.America) best quality French Fries you can make at home.[v]
Goulash Soup - (Germany) delicious soup, main course or party dish.[0]
Green Beans & Potatoes - (India Bengal) an excellent side for Indian or Western dishes. [v]
Green Soup - (Peru) a popular soup of potatoes and herbs, lots of herbs.[v0]
Jansson's Temptation - (Sweden) extremely popular casserole in Sweden and Finland.
Kacholi - (Africa E. Tanzania) potato dumplings, a popular street food.[v1]
Kale with Potatoes & Pasta - (Italy) a pasta dish with plenty of nutritious kale.[v]
Kashmire Fried Potatoes - (Kashmir) tiny potatoes with aromatic spicing.[v2]
Kidney & Potato Casserole - (Russia) beef kidneys with lots of vegetables and sour cream.
Kidneys in Wine Sauce - (Argentina) a flavoful stew from beef, veal, lamb or pork kidneys.[0]
Lapskaus / Labskovs - (Norway, Denmark) traditional Beef stew from the seaports.
Lamb Stew with Potatoes - (Azerbaijan) a hearty, flavorful stew of Lamb or Mutton.[0]
Lamb / Beef & Vegie Stew - (Uzbek) a tasty stew, widely adopted, including in Russia.[0]
Leek, Potato & Sausage Soup - (Germany) substantial and satisfying, with bockwurst or knackwurst.
Lentil Everything Soup - (Russia) definitely a soup for a crowd. reheats well.[0]
Lima Beans with Vegetables - (Turkey) Delish - and versatile: side, light lunch, veg main.[v0]
Mulgipuder - (Estonia) practically the "national dish", for main or side.[mv0]
Mussel Stew - (Spain) a substantial and satisfying seafood stew.[0]
Nettle Soup - (Ireland) elegant, attractive and tasty as soup course.
Norfolk Pottage - (England) an outstanding stew for larger gatherings.
Ocopa Sauce with Potatoes - (Peru) a very famous appetizer or light lunch.[v2]
Opo-Potato Curry - (Nepal) an excellent vegetarian curry, or side dish for non-veg menus.[v3-4]
Oxtail Stew / Soup - (China, Sichuan / Hunan) a hearty, easy to make stew / soup.[0+]
Patatas a lo Pobre - (Spain - Andalusia) a delicous side dish of potatoes and peppers.[v0]
Pork & Beans Soup - (Peru) a interesting and substantial main dish soup.[0]
Pork Belly with Potatoes - (China) very flavorful, but less rich than many pork belly dishes.[0]
Pork Pot - Karelian - (Finland) a delicious stew with lots of vegies.
Pork with Potatoes - (China Sichuan) - a simple but very flavorful pork stew.[3]
Pork & Potato Stew - (Philippine) substantial, tasty and with just a touch of chili. [1]
Pork with Potatoes Stew - (Puerto Rico) a delicious and substantial stew that reheats well.[0]
Pork Stew with Vegies - (Afica, E Tanzania) a satisfying meat stew that cooks fairly quickly.[2]
Pork with Vegetables - (Poland) A simple but quite satisfying cottage stew.[0]
Potatoes, Achari - (India, Pakistan) very flavorful masala potatoes.[v3]
Potato Ajiaco Soup - (Colombia) famous and substantial Potato and Chicken Soup.[0]
Potatoes with Cheese Sauce - (Peru) a famous potato dish, served at room temperature.[2v]
Potato Chips - (N. America) great chips with unusually little mess.[v]
Potatoes with Coconut - (India, Tamil Nadu) One of the finest potato dishes there is.[v2]
Potato Curry - (Africa E. Uganda) a flavorful and substantial curry, similar to Indian.[v2]
Potato Curry, Sumatra - (California) a vegetarian version of a fine Indonesian chicken curry.[v2].
Potato Dumplings / Cones - (Czech) Dumplings variously used, and delicious Cones.[ov]
Potato & Egg Salad - (Italy) a non-dairy potato salad with very clean flavor and texture.[ov]
Potatoes or Taro, Fried - (India south) a flavorful fried potato or taro side dish.[v]
Potato Gratin - (Swiss) tasty but simple. You can prepare well ahead.[ov]
Potatoes with Green Beans - (Trinidad) excelent flavor and texture, side dish or light main.[v1]
Potato Herb Salad - (Turkmen) a very nice non-dairy potato salad.[v]
Potatoes with Kantola Gourd - (India) a simple stir fry with sophisticated flavor.[sv2]
Potato & Kale Soup - (Brazil) a popular and delicous soup that can be made vegetarian.[mv0]
Potato Leek Soup - (Irish) for authenticity on St. Patrick's day.
Potato, Leek & Squash Soup - (Italy) light but substantial cream soup.[mv]
Potatoes with Green Beans - (California) an interesting and flavorful side dish or light main.[v1]
Potatoes with Long Beans - (India) a simple but flavorful vegetable stir fry.[sv2]
Potato Masala - (India, Andhra) a mildly spiced appetizer or side dish.[v2]
Potato Masala Poriyal - (India Chettinad) brilliantly flavorful, side dish or appetizer.[v3]
Potatoes with Mushrooms - (Italy) a flavorful side, or light vegetarian main dish.[v]
Potatoes with Mushrooms - (Russia) a fine side dish for any European cuisine.[v0]
Potato Noodles - (Germany) very popular, served with sauerkraut or as a side.[v]
Potato & Onion Curry - (India) Tari Aloo, chunks of potato in an aromatic onion sauce.[v1]
Potato & Onion Appetizer - (Bulgaria) very simple, but you can't go wrong with potatoes.[v0]
Potatoes with Opo Gourd - (India) a simple but delicious vegetable stir fry.[sv2]
Potato Pancakes / Latkes - (Euro East) a popular breakfast / appetizer / meatless meal.[v]
Potatoes & Peas - (India north) very popular in northern India.[v1]
Potatoes with Peppers, Lemon - (Lebanon) an attractive warm maza or side dish.[v0]
Potatoes with Rosemary - (France) delicious! Whole tiny potatoes or larger sliced.[ov]
Potatoes with Sage & Rosemary - (Italy) these fried potatoes pack a lot of flavor.[0v]
Potato Salad with Sauerkraut - (Czech) a light but flavorful non-dairy potato salad.[v]
Potato Salad, Warm - (Denmark) a simple but truly delicious potato salad, dairy free.[v]
Potatoes with Shaoxing Greens - (China - Zhejiang) an easy side dish that's even better made ahead.[v0]
Potatoes & Spinach (or Chard) - (India - England) from India but most popular in England.[v2]
Potato Spinach Tikki - (India) medium sized deep fried balls.[v2]
Potato Tortilla - (Spain) a thick tasty Spanish omelet.[v]
Potatoes with Tomatoes - (Italy) delicious lightly fried potatoes with tomato for sauce.[v]
Potato Tzatziki Salad - (North America / Greek?) a nice Potato Salad without mayonnaise.[ov0]
Potato Vegetable Casserole - (Spain) a great side dish or, with rice, a vegetarian main dish.[v0]
Potato & Vegetable Salad - (Italy, North) One of the finest potato salads ever made.[v0]
Potato Yogurt Salad - (India) Aloo Rayta, a good side dish to tame spicy food.
Pumpkin and Chickpea Stew - (Spain) a substantial and flavorful vegetable stew.[v1]
Rassol'nik - Kidney Soup - (Russia) "different", but really tasty.
Salade Olivier - (Russia) the famous salad called "Russian", except in Russia and Poland.
Sausage Stew, Bavarian - (Germany) substantial, satisfying and easy to make.
Scouse - (England) the "cannot live without" stew of Liverpool.
Sesoned Potato Cubes - (Korea) easier to make, lower calories than fried potatoes.[v0]
Smashed Potatoes - (USA) better than mashed if you don't have gravy. [ov].
Somali Soup / Stew - (Somalia, Djibouti, Yemen) vegies and various meats.[1]
Spinach & Potatoes with Egg - (Denmark) a substantial breakfast, brunch, lunch, or side dish.[v1]
Swedish Hash - (Sweden) a substantial breakfast dish of meat, potatoes and egg.
Szekely Goulash - (Hungary) pork & sauerkraut stew, very popular for good reason.
Tagine of Aromatic Vegetables - (Morocco) an aromatic stew to serve with couscous or rice.[v0]
Tempeh Curry - (Indonesia) a tempeh vegetarian curry typical of Java.[v0]
Tinda Potato Sabzi - (India, Punjab) a popular vegetable stew from Punjab.[v2]
Tripe with Onions, Wexford - (Irish) a tasty side or even main dish for two.
Türlü - (Turkey) an outstanding vegetable stew, also adopted by Sephardic Jews.[v0]
Vegetable Salad Jarzynowa - (Poland) a popular and spectacularly tasty salad of vegetables.[v0]
Zanzibar Mix - (Africa, Zanzibar) tasty, substantial, suitable as a lunch.[v1]

Preserved Vegetables, Salt Preserves

Chicken with Preserved Vegetable - (China, Sichuan) from Sichuan, but not much chili heat.[2]
Edamame Salad, Sichuan - (China, Sichuan) Easy, tasty, and non-wilting for parties.[v1]

Prunes

Pork Chops with Prunes - (France) chops served with a sweet fruit sauce.

Pumpkin

- see Squash, Winter
"Pumpkin", in recipes worldwide, means our Kabocha, or similar, NOT the orange Halloween pumpkin.

Purslane

Cucumber & Purslane Salad - (California) a pleasant variation on the regular ingredients.[v]
Eggs with Purslane - (Mexico) a very tasty jumbled eggs combination.[mov0+]
Lentil & Purslane Soup - (Persia - Kurdistan) A delicious and substantial Spring soup.[mv0]
Pork & Purslane Stew - (Mexico) tart, tasty, easy to make and healthy.[1]
Purslane Stew - (Palestinian Gaza) a delicious and very versatile dish.[v1]
Tomato & Purslane Salad - (Turkish) at home with a Western, Turkish or Middle Eastern meal.[1v]

Quince

Quinoa

Quinoa Salad - (Peru) a delicious tabouleh-like salad with Quinoa.[v0]
Quinoa Vegie Salad - (Chile) a fine dinner or buffet salad.[v0]

Rabbit

Rabbit tastes similar to chicken thighs, so they can be interchanged.

Rabbit with Pasta - (Italy) meat and sauce made at once. Chicken thighs would work too.
Rabbit, Stewed - (France) awsome flavor!
Braised Rabbit Syracuse - (Italy - Sicily) delicious with rabbit or chicken thighs.

Radicchio

Radicchio & Watercress Salad - (Eu/Am) bitter lettuce and bitter herb with sweet dressing.[v]

Radish - Red or White

Avocado Celery Salad - (Chile) a light, refreshing and unusual salad.[v0]
Cucumber & Radish Salad - (Slavic) a fine appetizer salad alternative to plain cucks.[v0]
Cucumber, Radish & Dill Salad - (Baltic) a lightly tart salad with some sharpness from pepper.[v0]
Green Beans & Radishes - (Eu/Am) an unusual side dish or vegetable salad. [v]
Green Salad - (Uzbek) lettuce, cucumbers & radish. [ov]
Radish Carrot Salad - (Turkey) often served with meat dishes.[v]
Radish Carrot Salad - (Uzbek) similar to coleslaw - but no cabbage. [ov]
Radish Lemon Salad - (Tunisia) an attractive palate clearing appetizer.[v0]
Radish Salad with Sour Cream - (Lithuania) A very simple salad, fresh, and lightly tart.[ov]

Radish - Daikon & Korean

Diakon Leaf Furikake - (Japan) topping for Rice, etc. Very easy to make.[v0]
Beef & Daikon Red Cooked - (China, Jiangnan) flavorful beef with veg and plenty of sauce.[0]
Beef & Radish Spicy Soup - (Korea) an excellent main dish soup with just enough chili.[3]
Cucumber Juicy Kimchee - (Korea) a refreshing summer kimchee, usable right away.[v0]
Daikon & Carrot Pickle - (Viet) a very popular pickle for use in Banh Mi sandwiches.[v0]
Daikon Salad - (Burma) A deligtful salad, perfect to accompany heavy or spicy dishes.[v0]
Pig Feet Soup - (Okinawa - Japan) one of the signature dishs of Okinawa.
Pig Rib Soup - (Okinawa - Japan) a delicious and substantial soup.
Pork with Bok Choy & Daikon - (Bhutan) with rice, an entire tasty meal.[3]
Pork Cheeks, Red Braised - (China Sichuan) tender, delicious and easy to make.[3]
Radish Cube Kimchee - (Korea) a summer kimchee to serve now or ferment.[v0]
Radish Salad - (Korea) a popular banchan of daikon radish.[v2]
Radish Salad, Crisp & Spicy - (Korea) an excellent salad with adjustable chili heat.[mv3]
Radish, Soy Pickled - (China - Shanghai) a simple, mild and flavorful pickled appetizer.[v0]
Seaweed Salad with Daikon - (Korea) a banchan with contrasting elements.[v0]
Yu Choy, 'Shrooms & Vegies - (Malay / California) visaually attractive and flavorful.[3mv]
Watercress Salad - (Spain - North Coast) A simple but very flavorful dinner salsd.[v0]

Rapini

- see Broccoli Rabe, Italian

Rice

Aragon Beans & Rice - (Spain) easy to make, substantial and can almost stand on its own.[v1]
Beef & Rice Soup - (Georgian) popular in the former Soviet states.
Chard, Chickpea & Rice Stew - (Palestine) A very popular stew, with vegetarian option.[mv0]
Chicken with Green Rice - (Peru) a popular dish sold at stands in the marketplaces of Peru.[1]
Chicken Soup with Rice - (Brazil) a popular soup in Brazil, Portugaul and Cape Verde.[0 to 2]
Curry, Japanese - (Japan) wildly popular all over Japan.[1]
Eggplant & Rice Pilav - (Turkey) a truly excellent pilav, for side or vegetarian main.[v0]
Fish with Rice - (Lebanon) simple ingredients, but simply delicious!
Fried Rice - (Laos) A full dinner dish with meat and vegetables.[0]
Fried Rice with Beef - (Thai) a tasty fried rice and beef in Thai style.[0]
Fried Rice, Bengali - (India, Bengal) a simple festival dish.[v1]
Fried Rice: Gold & Silver - (China, East) quick, interesting, snack, side or light main.[v0]
Fried Rice with Kimchi - (Korea) a very popular "comfort food" in Korean homes.[v2]
Fried Rice: Korean - (Korea) a popular home style recipe.[v0]
Fried Rice, Nigerian - (Africa, Nigeria) a very fine dish for home or party.[0+]
Fried Rice: Various - (China) flexible, quick and easy to make.[0].
Green Rice, Pueblo - (Mexico - Puebla) attractive colors and flavor to match.[v1]
Green Rice, Morelos - (Mexico, Morelos) interesting colors and flavors.[mv1]
Hoppin John - (USA Deep South) beans and rice eaten for luck on New Years Day.[0]
Idli - Rice Cakes - (India, South / Sri Lanka) a very important breakfast item.[v0]
Idli, Kaima - (India, South) A breakfast or dinner dish popular in Tamil Nadu.[v3]
Idli Manchurian - (India, South) breakfast or dinner dish in "Indo-Chinese" style.[v3]
Idli, Podi - (India, South) idli with a very flavorful topping of Podi and Oil.[v2]
Idli Upma - (India, south) A popular breakfast dish made from leftover idlis.[v2]
Idli in Yogurt Sauce - (India, South) a very tasty way to use up leftover idlis.[v2]
Jollof Rice w/Chicken - Ghana - (Africa, W) The most famous party dish of West Africa.[mv1]
Koshari - (Egypt) practically the "national dish" of Egypt, easy and delicious.[v1]
Melon Dolma - (Armenia) stuffed with beef and rice - aromatic and excellent!
Mexican Red Rice - (Mexico) popular throughout Mexico and soutwest United States.[v2]
Peas and Rice - (Barbados) version or a popular Caribbean side dish.[mv0+]
Persian Rice - (Persian) The official "Persian Rice", Chelo ba Tahdig.[v0]
Pilaf with Chicken and Green Beans - (Turkey) a delicious pilaf suitable for a ligh dinner.[0]
Puffed Rice Snack - (India, Karnataka), a popular snack, quickly made, must be quickly eaten.[v2]
Red Lentil & Mint Soup - (Turkey) delicious and elegant, but easy to make.[mv2]
Rice, French Onion - (France, Lyon) flavored with caramelized onions.[v0]
Rice with Corn - (El Salvador) popular for celebrations, very easy to make.[v0]
Rice with Meats - (Spain Catalonia) Flavorful and suitable as side dish or light main.[0]
Rice, Mixtec - (Mexico, Oaxaca) attractive, flavorful but lightly.[mv1]
Rice with Saffron and Pine Nuts - (Spain) interesting flavor but not so much as to interfere.[mv]
Rice with Squid and Shrimp - (Spain) a bit of a production, but quite worthwhile.[0]
Rice & Vermicelli Pilaf - (Armenia) the basic Armenian pilaf - very easy.[mv]
Toasted Rice Powder - (Thai) a standard ingredient, especially for sprinkling on salads.

Rice Cakes

Fried Rice Cake with Eggs - (Viet) Bôt Chiên, a very popular "street food" in Vietnam.[v0]
Rice Cake Soup with Beef - (Korea) a simple soup that can be a lunch or light main.[0]
Rice Ovals with Bamboo, Beans - (China - Zhejiang) stir fry with interesting flavors, textures.[v0]
Spicy Rice Cakes - (Korea) a popular item with street vendors.[v3]

Romanesco

- see Cauliflower

Rutabaga

Pork Pot - Karelian - (Finland) a delicious stew with lots of vegies.
Scouse - (England) the "cannot live without" stew of Liverpool.

Sauerkraut

Beef Goulash with Sauerkraut - (Hungary) a light stew good for warmer days.
Choucroute Garnie - (France - Alsace) Sauerkraut & Sausages - a great party dish.
Potato Salad with Sauerkraut - (Czech) a light but flavorful non-dairy potato salad.[v]
Pork with Sauerkraut - (Bavarian) pork ribs or chunks.
Pork with Sauerkraut & Barley - (Estonia) complementry ingredients and easy to make.[0]
Pork, Sauerkraut & Barley Soup - (Baltic) from three complementary ingredients, easy.[0]
Sauerkraut with Apples - (Germany) sauerkraut with bacon and onions, sweet and flavorful.
Sauerkraut with Apples & Wine - (Germany) perfect with potato noodles, sausages, etc.[v]
Sauerkraut Salad - (Ukraine) a slighly tart summer salad.[v0]
Sauerkraut Slaw - (Poland) a lightly tart slaw salad good for buffet service.[v0]
Sauerkraut Soup - (Poland) traditional, with meats.[0]
Sauerkraut Soup - Vegetarian - (Poland / Califonria) savory and satisfying.[v0]
Sauerkraut Soup - (Hungary) with sausage and egg pasta.
Sausage Sauerkraut Stuffing - (USA) for turkey stuffing or dressing.
Szekely Goulash - (Hungary) pork & sauerkraut stew, very popular for good reason.

Sausages

Barley Soup with Sausages - (German) a light but substantial and satisfying soup / stew.
Beans with Reins - (Chile) a winter soup / stew of Beans, Spaghetti, Kabocha.[mv0]
Beans Tropeiro - (Brazil) a popular dish from 17th century mule drovers.[0]
Catalán Salad - (Spain) an unusual, delicious and very much non-vegetarian salad.[0]
Chorizo & Eggs #1 - (Mexico) a quick and simple but tasty breakfast [1]
Chorizo & Eggs #2 - (Mexico) a quick tasty breakfast with a mild chili bite.[2]
Chorizo, Potatoes & Eggs - (Mexico) a substantial and satisfying breakfast dish.[2]
Choucroute Garnie - (France - Alsace) Sauerkraut & Sausages - a great party dish.
Cocido - (Spain) the signature one pot feast of Spain.
Completo - (Chile) famous hot dog. Photo method and details of versions.[0]
Cornbread & Sausage Stuffing - (USA) for turkey stuffing or dressing.
Cozido - (Brazil) one-pot feast, similar to Portuguese Cozido.[0]
Dublin Coddle - (Ireland) a light but very flavorful stew popular in pubs.
Eggs & Soujuk Sausage - (Turk) a quick egg dish with intensely flavored sausage.
Escarole, Tuna & Sausage Salad - (Spain - Catalán) a delicious, and very non-vegetarian salad.[0]
Leek, Potato & Sausage Soup - (Germany) substantial and satisfying, with bockwurst or knackwurst.
Lentils, Smoky, with Chorizo - (Colombia) a very flavorful lentil and sausage dish.[1]
Lentil Soup - (Spain) a very fine and substantial soup of lentils and sausage.[0]
Mondongo Colombiano - (Colombia) a very popular Tripe, Pork and Chorizo soup.[0]
Moronga Sausage Tacos - (Mexico) delicious filling for tacos or bread sandwiches.[1]
Pickled Sausages - Utopensci - (Czech) A very popular item in the better Czech pubs.
Pork Stew with Wheat & Fennel - (Spain) a really delicious stew, with pork & Spanish sausages.[0]
Salade Olivier - (Russia) the famous salad called "Russian", except in Russia and Poland.
Sauerkraut with Apples & Wine - (Germany) sauerkraut done right, easy and flavorful.
Sausage Apricot Stuffing - (USA) a savory stuffing / dressing for turkey.
Sausages & Greens - (Italy) a delicious combination for a side, light main or breakfast.
Sausage Sauerkraut Stuffing - (USA) for turkey stuffing or dressing.
Sausage Stew, Bavarian - (Germany) substantial, satisfying and easy to make.
Toad in the Hole - (England) popular since 1860, tasty, filling and easy.
Turkey Cassoulet - (USA) white beans and cooked turkey.
Vegetable Stew Andalusian - (Spain) a robust, meat rich Winter vegetable stew.[0]
Wurstsalat - (German) a sausage salad very popular in Switzerland and Germany.

Seafood - Mixed

Fish Soup / Stew - (Puerto Rico) a delicious soup/stew with flexible ingredients.[0]
Seafood Soup - (Guatemala) a flavorful broth with plenty of seafood.[f1]
Seafood Soup - (Thai) an aromatic soup of fish, shrimp and mixed seafood.[1]
Seafood Soup, Chilean - (Chile) a soup widely popular along the coast of Chile.[0]
Seafood Soup, Hot Sour - (Thai) simple, flavorful, adaptable to any seafood on hand.[2]
Seafood Soup with Lemongrass - (Lao / Thai) simple to make with a fine range of flavors.[1]
Seafood Stew - (Korea) Doenjang Jjigae with mixed seafood and vegetables.[1]
Shark Fin Soup - (Malaysia, Singapore, etc.) Delicious! and no actual Sharks are harmed.[0]

Seaweed

Cucumber Seaweed Salad - (Japan) An authentic Japanes seaweed salad.[v0]
Dashi - (Japan) an absolute essential for Japanese cuisine.[0]
Pig Feet Soup - (Okinawa - Japan) one of the signature dishs of Okinawa.
Pig Rib Soup - (Okinawa - Japan) a delicious and substantial soup.
Seaweed Salad - (Korea) a popular, easy to make banchan.[v0]
Seaweed Salad - (Japan??) similar to seaweed salad served in American sushi bars.[v0]
Seaweed Salad with Daikon - (Korea) a banchan with contrasting elements.[v0]
Seaweed Soup with Beef - (Korea) a light soup combining complimetary tastes.[0]
Vegan Anchovy Paste - (N. America) supprisingly anchovy-like.[v0]

Seitan

- see Wheat Gluten

Sesame Seed - Tahini - Sesame Paste

Baba Ghannouj - (Lebanon) a very popular spread / dip in the Near East.[v0]
Beef & Sesame Stir Fry - (Vietnam) highly flavored and flexible.[3]
Beet & Yogurt Tahini Salad - (Lebanon) a delectible and attractive salad.[ov0]
Tahini Dressing - (Middle East - North Africa) - essential sesame dressing.[v0]
Sesame Salt - (Korea | Japan) an important and very easy to make seasoning.[v0]
Sesame Seeds, Toasted - (Korea | Japan) an essential garnish and ingredient.[v0]

Shallots

Pickled Shallots - (Viet) a quick pickle for use in Banh Mi sandwiches.[v0]
Pork Belly Soup / Stew - (Burma - Shan) an amazing soup stew, "sweet-sour", but no sugar.[0]
Sambal Tumis Belachan - (Malay) a very important sauce in Malaysia and Singapore.[f3+]
Shallots, Crisp Fried - (Thai / Viet) a very popular garnish, and very tasty too.[v0]
Shallot Oil - (Thai) a flavored oil for stir fries and the like.[v0]

Sheep

- see Lamb

Shellfish - Mixed and Various

Fish Soup - (Italy) a delicious and substantial fish soup - sure to please.
Fish Soup Brodetto - (Italy, Romagna) a traditional and very substantial seafood soup.
Fish Soup Kakavia - (Greece) a delicious and ancient ancestor to Bouillabaisse.
Fish Soup with Sour Broth - (Philippine) an outstandingly delicious fish soup.[2 to 3]
Pasta with Mixed Seafood - (California) A fine light main for three or pasta course for five.[0]
Periwinkles in Coconut Milk - (Philippine) an interesting appetizer that takes a while to eat.[1]
Seafood Soup - (Thai) an aromatic soup of fish, shrimp and mixed seafood.[1]
Seafood Soup, Hot Sour - (Thai) simple, flavorful, adaptable to any seafood on hand.[2]
Seafood Stew di Rimini - (Italy) a rich and flavorful main dish seafood stew.
Seven Seas Soup - (Mexico) a justly famous seafood soup from the coasts.[f1]

Shrimp

Chicken Marengo - (France) a great brunch or main dish for dinner.[0]
Chicken Stew with Shrimp - (Brazil) popular Afro-Brazilian dish from Bahia.[3]
Coconut Potato Soup - (Thai) a substantial soup with potatoes and shrimp chicken or pork.
Eggs Stuffed with Shrimp - (Spain - Andalucia) delicious, easy to make if you know how.[f0]
Fish Soup Brodetto - (Italy, Romagna) a traditional and very substantial seafood soup.
Fish Soup Kakavia - (Greece) a delicious and ancient ancestor to Bouillabaisse.
Fish Stew - Cotriade - (France) a very flavorful and satisfying seafood stew or soup.
Fried Rice, Nigerian - (Africa, Nigeria) a very fine dish for home or party.[0+]
Sambal Cincalok - (Malay) a very flavorful shrimp/shallot sauce.[3+]
Goat in Shrimp Sauce - (Africa, W) outstandingly flavorful stew.[3]
Hot & Sour Shrimp Soup #1 - (Thailand) extremely popular soup - can also be made with Chicken.[3]
Hot & Sour Shrimp Soup #2 - (Thai) with omelet - flavorful and substantial.[3]
Luffa with Shrimp - (India) a light, delicate side with delightful flavors.[0]
Lumpia Shanghai - (Philippine) spring rolls - essential for parties and family gatherings.[0]
Malabar Spinach with Shrimp - (China) lots of greens with salt fish and shrimp for accents.[fv0]
Mung Bean Soup - (Philippine) with pork and shrimp - very popular and rightly so.[0]
Pad Thai - Thai Noodles - (Thai) a classic "street food" with shrimp or various meats.[mv0]
Panang Curry (various) - (Thai) a popular moderately spicy curry in Malaysian style.
Pasta with Mixed Seafood - (California) A fine light main for three or pasta course for five.[0]
Pasta with Shrimp & Peas - (Italy) Simple and easy to make, but flavorful and versatile.
Pork, Shrimp and Bamboo Adobo - (Philippine) a rich, complex and mildly tart dish.[0]
Rice with Squid and Shrimp - (Spain) a bit of a production, but quite worthwhile.[0]
Seafood Soup - (Thai) an aromatic soup of fish, shrimp and mixed seafood.[1]
Seafood Soup, Chilean - (Chile) a soup widely popular along the coast of Chile.[0]
Seven Seas Soup - (Mexico) a justly famous seafood soup from the coasts.[f1]
Shrimp Appetizer, Spicy - (Korea) delicious! and only moderately "spicy".[2]
Shrimp with Asparagus & Mushrooms - (Thai) Delicious light main for asparagus season.
Shrimp with Chayote - (Brazil) a simple dish, but so famous it has a song.[0]
Shrimp with Chayote Greens - (Malay / California) Delicious greens for light main or side dish.[1]
Shrimp with Chinese Broccoli - (Thai) shrimp with plenty of greens and interesting tastes.[f1]
Shrimp Curry Andaman - (India, Andaman Islands) Wow! this is really good![f3]
Shrimp, Deviled - (Sri Lanka) a delicious main dish or appetizer.[3]
Shrimp, Fragrant - (Malaysia) a versatile shrimp dish with robust fragrant sauce.[f2+]
Shrimp Green Curry - (Thai) a classic light curry with coconut milk, eggplant and shrimp.[3]
Shrimp with Holy Basil & Chilis - (Thai) very popular with Thais - also Pork, Beef, Squid, Chicken.
Shrimp with Malabar Spinach - (Viet California) excellent light main dish. very quick.[f0]
Shrimp Masala - (India) scrumptious shrimp w/coconut curry
Shrimp with Mushrooms & Garlic - (Thai) a flavorful main dish or a side for American mains.
Shrimp Sauce - Northern Thai - (Thai) a way to fake up this unavailable product.[0]
Shrimp Soup - (France) and elegant but flavorful soup course.
Shrimp, Pork & Bean Thread Soup - (Thai) An interesting, easy to make soup that holds well.[0]
Spring Rolls #1 - (Thai) delicious pork and shrimp filled spring rolls
Yu Choy, Shrimp & Taro Soup - (Khmer Krom) An easy to make, attractive and tasty soup.
Vatapa - (Brazil) a unique stew of shrimp, fish and salt cod from Bahia.[2]
Water spinach with Shrimp - (Malaysia) a delicious light main dish or side dish.[f1]
Water Spinach & Shrimp Salad - (Vietnam) a delicious salad and easy to make.

Sichuan Vegetable

Noodles with Szechuan Vegetable - (China - Sichuan) a recipe from the Cultural Revolution.[v3]
Pork with Sichuan Vegetable - (China, Sichuan) a simple stir fry, distinctively flavored.[1]
Pork & Szechuan Vegetable Soup - (China) a light soup with fairly intense flavors.

Snails

Apple Snail Sauce & Pasta - (US Pacific) just tell your gests/family it's "shellfish sauce".
Periwinkles in Coconut Milk - (Philippine) an interesting appetizer that takes a while to eat.[1]
Snails in Biscayne Sauce - (Spain - Basque) very tasty, serve on toast.

Sorrel

Nettle Soup - (Russia) a very popular green soup, also healthy and nutritious.[v0]
Sorrel / Spinach Sauce - (Africa, Senegal) a green sauce particularly good with fish.[v0]

Soybean Pastes - Miso / Doenjang

Mustard Miso Sauce - (Japan) used with fried tofu, chicken, fish, etc.
Soy Paste & Cabbage Soup - (Korea) a simple light soup to accompany spicier dishes.[v1]
Soy Paste Stew with Beef - (Korea) A signature dish of Krean cooking, flavorful, substantial.[2]
Vegan Anchovy Paste - (N. America) supprisingly anchovy-like.[v0]

Spinach

Beef, Ground, with Okra & Spinach - (Africa, sub-Sahara) very tasty and easy to make - and not slimy.[3]
Chickpea & Spinach Soup - (France) a popular light to medium soup from Provençe.[ov]
Mexican Salad #2 - (Mexico Fed. Dist.) a popular salad, varies by region.[v2]
Pasta with Spinach & Mushrooms - (Italy) spinach with mushrooms is popular in southern Italy.[v0]
Pasta with Spinach Stems and Shrooms - (California) Much tastier than tossing them.[v0+]
Pork with Spinach & Silken Tofu - (China - Shanghai) a wonderful combination of flavors and textures.[0]
Potatoes & Spinach (or Chard) - (India - England) from India but most popular in England.[v2]
Potato Spinach Tikki - (India) medium sized deep fried balls.[v2]
Sarson Ka Saag - (India - Punjab) a very popular purée of greens.[v2]
Sorrel / Spinach Sauce - (Africa, Senegal) a green sauce particularly good with fish.[v0]
Spinach with Fermented Tofu - (China - Zhejiang) an interesting treatment for spinach.[v0]
Spinach Mixed Salad - (California) an excellent salad for light main or salad course.[v1]
Spinach Namul - (Korea) a very popular banchan, made from fresh spinach.[v0]
Spinach & Potatoes with Egg - (Denmark) a substantial breakfast, brunch, lunch, or side dish.[v1]
Spinach Stem Dal - (India, south) Delicious with well balanced flavors. Serve with rice.[v3]
Spinach Stems with Wheat - (Turkey) a delicious use for the often discarded stems.[v1]
Spinach and Tomatoes - (India) Palak Toomatar - an outstaning blend of flavors.
Spinach & Tomato Salad - (Burma) a simple but intensely flavored salad.[v3]
Tomato Spinach Soup - (California) very delicious, and easy to make.[v3]

Spinach - Malabar

- See Malabar Spinach

Squash - Chayote

Beef Stew Caldillo - (Mayan) delicious and satisfying stew of Beef and Vegetables.[1]
Pork & Chayote Stir Fry - (Philippine) a flavorful light stir fry for warmer seasons.[0]

Squash - Summer. etc.

See Also Zucchini (includes Mediterranean squash)
See Also Gourds (some are called "squash", particularly Opo / Upo)
See Also Chayota (not quite a squash)

Squash - Winter

Acorn Squash, Baked - (US) simple and tasty.[ov]
Acorn Squash w/Chard & Cheese - (US) a nice side for roasts or as a vegetarian main. [ov]
Beans Granados - (Chile) a very popular summer soup or main dish[v0]
Beans with Reins - (Chile) a winter soup / stew of Beans, Spaghetti, Kabocha.[mv0]
Chickpea & Pig Foot Soup - (Puerto Rico) - a main dish soup with interesting flavors and textures.[0]
Corn and Vegetable Soup - (Argentina) tasty and substantial, for lunch or soup course.[v0]
Green Pigeon Pea Soup - (Puerto Rico) a vegearian recipe for a people who don't do vegetarian.[v0]
Kabocha with Mojo - (Cuba) an excellent Kabocha or Calabaza side dish.[v0]
Pork & Pumpkin Stew - (Burma) a tasty stew of pork and kaboka squash.[2]
Pumpkin & Apple Soup - (Puerto Rico) an unexpectedly delicious soup![mv0->2]
Pumpkin and Chickpea Stew - (Spain) a substantial and flavorful vegetable stew.[v1]
Pumpkin in Mustard Sauce - (India, Bihar) a squash dish that needs NO apologies.[v2]
Pumpkin with Panch Phoron - (India, Bihar) a great vegitarian main dish or appetizer.[v2]
Pumpkin with Sauce - (Spain) a fine tasty side dish or brunch, and using excess Kabocha.[v0]
Pumpkin Stew with Vegetables - (Morocco) a Marak, or vegetable Tagine, served with couscous or rice.[v0]
Tripe a la Criolla - (Puerto Rico) - intensely flavorful and substantial, but not heavy.
Spaghetti Squash Side Dish - (California) a simple but interesting vegetable side dish.[v0]
Soup Joumou - (Haiti) a substantial celebration soup for New Years and Independence Day.[1+]
Vegetable Stew Andalusian - (Spain) a robust, meat rich Winter vegetable stew.[0]
Winter Squash with Chickpeas - (India - Bengal) a suprisingly delicious dish, lightly spiced.[0v]
Winter Squash & Red Chard Curry - (India - Bengal) A dry curry with interesting flavor and aroma.[2v]
Winter Squash - Pickled - (N. America) A mild pickle for appetizer or snacks.[v0]

Squid

Pork with Squid - (Philippine) pork and squid with a delicious tangy sauce.
Rice with Squid and Shrimp - (Spain) a bit of a production, but quite worthwhile.[0]
Seafood & Vegetable Salad - (Spain - Valencia) an eye catching party salad.[0]
Squid with Holy Basil & Chilis - (Thai) very popular with Thais - also Pork, Beef, Chicken, Shrimp.
Squid Adobo - (Philippine) Squid stew, mildly tart as an Adobo should be.[0]
Squid Salad - (Thai) one of the most famous of the Thai salads.[3+]
Squid Stuffed with Pork - (Philippine) Flavorful and striking in appearance.

Swamp Cabbage

- see Choy - Ong Choy

Sweet Potatoes

Sweet Potato Leaf Salad - (Philippine) a popular salad of greens and vegetables.[v0]
Sweet Potato Stem Namul - (Korea) a nice vegetable banchan (small side dish).[v1]

Swiss Chard

- see Chard - The "Swiss" is now redundant.

Sylphium

- see Asafoetida for a substitute.

Szechuan Vegetable

- see Sichuan Vegetable

Tahini

- see Sesame Seeds

Tamarind

Nuoc Mam Me - (Vietnam) Tamarind sauce for fried fish and chicken.[2+]

Taro, Corms & Leaves

- see also Colocasia Stems

Pork in Sour Broth - (Filipino) Sinigang Baboy, mildly tart pork stew with lots of vegies.[1]
Taro or Potatos, Fried - (India, south) a flavorful fried taro or potato side dish.[v2]
Taro Leaves in Coconut Milk - (Philippine) a Bicol dish that has spread over the Philippines.[mv2-3]
Taro & Watercress Soup - (China - Hunan) a creamy textured intro or side dish soup.
Yu Choy, Shrimp & Taro Soup - (Khmer Krom) An easy to make, attractive and tasty soup.

Teff

Injera - Traditional - (Ethiopia, Eritria) a traditional, not so quick injera bread.[v0]
Teff Salad - (Africa E: Ethiopia) an attractive salad of whole grain Teff.[v1]

Tempeh

Tempeh Curry - (Indonesia) a tempeh vegetarian curry typical of Java.[v0]
Tempeh & Tofu Curry - (Indonesia) a tempeh vegetarian curry typical of Java.[v0]

Tindora

Tindora Fry #1 - (India) dry curry vegetable side dish.[v1]
Tindora Fry #2 - (India) dry curry vegi side dish w/curry leaves & peanuts.[v2]

Tofu

Agé, Thick - (Japan) deep fried tofu, often stuffed, or eaten with dips and sauces.[v]
Beef with Tofu & Vegetables - (Korea) a quick stew with interesting flavors and textures.[1]
Buddha's Delight / Luóhàn Zahi - (China) a very famous vegtarian stew of many vegetables.[v0]
Fuzzy Melon Soup - (China, Cantonese) a light but satisfying main dish soup.[0]
Flower Tofu - (China, Sichuan) A popular dish eaten plain with Herbs or Dips.[v0]
Ganmo - (Japan) the prototype veggie burger, but no attempt for beef flavor.[v]
Hot Sour Mushroom Soup - (China - South) an excellent version of this well known soup.[v1]
Mapo Tofu - (China, Sichuan) famous tofu dish, intensely flavored.[mv4]
Mixed Noodles Salad - (Burma) an impresive party salad, not easy but worth it.[mv1]
Napa Cabbage with Pressed Tofu - (China - north) an excellent refreshing Summer salad.[v1]
Pickled Tofu - (Korea) served with rice or noodles, or as a snack.[v0]
Pork & Kimchi Stew - (Korea) an excellent combination of tastes and textures.[2]
Pork and Tofu stuffed Cabbage - (Thai) a welcome foil to highly seasoned dishes.[0]
Pork with Spinach & Silken Tofu - (China - Shanghai) a wonderful combination of flavors and textures.[0]
Potato Curry, Sumatra - (California) a vegetarian version of a fine Indonesian chicken curry.[v2].
Pressed Tofu Sticks - (China) a flavorful appetizer that can be made well ahead.[v0]
Soft Tofu Stew with Meat - (Korea) a popular stew, spicy and flavorful.[3]
Soy Paste Stew with Beef - (Korea) A signature dish of Krean cooking, flavorful, substantial.[2]
Tofu - Home-style - (China, Sichuan) an attractive and satisfying stir fry.[mv3]
Tempeh & Tofu Curry - (Indonesia) a tempeh vegetarian curry typical of Java.[v0]
Yakko / Hiyayakko - (Japan) chilled tofu with toppings - very popular.[v]

Tomatillos

Chicherrónes in Tomatillo Sauce - (Mexico) simple and popular.[2]
Chicken, Green Salsa & Potatoes - (Mexico) an unusual and very tasty chicken soup / stew.[2]
Chicken Motul - (Mexico, Yucatán) intensely flavorful marinated chicken.[3]
Enchiladas, Green #1 - (Mexico) tortillas with shredded chicken and tomatillo sauce.[3]
Pork & Purslane Stew - (Mexico) tart, tasty, easy to make and healthy.[1]
Salsa - Tomatillo & Avocado - (Mayan) a truly delicious dip, sandwich spread, etc.[v2]
Salsa - Tomatillo & Chili - (Guatemala) a salsa very popular in Guatemala and adjacent.[v4]
Tomatillo Poblano Salsa - (Mexico) a very fine green salsa, and not too chili hot.[v2]
Tomatillo Sauce, Cooked - (Mexico) Salsa Verde for meat but usable as dip,[v3]
Tomatillo Sauce, Semi-Cooked - (Mexico - Yucatán) An excellent all-purpose sauce.[v3]
Tomatillo Sauce, Uncooked - (Mexico) Salsa verde cruda for dips.[v3]

Tomatoes

Ata DinDin Chili Sauce - (Africa, Nigeria) a popular sauce, adjustable for hotness.[mv3]
Avocado - Tomato Salad - (Puerto Rico) a very simple but interesting Tropical Salad.[v0+]
Beef Mince Curry - (Africa: Tanzania) A delicious curry with short cooking time.[2]
Beef with Tomato - (Indonesia) Amazingly delicious and easy to make.[3+]
Beit Jirja Salad - (Gaza) a simple, but very popular spoon salad.[v3]
California Urgent Sauce - (California) a delicious Pasta Sauce that solves a problem.[v2]
Chicken Afritada - (Filipino) a delicious stew of chicken, tomato and potato.[1]
Chicken Kedjenou - (Africa, Ivory Coast) a delicious slow cooked stew.[2]
Chicken Peanut Soup / Stew - (Africa, Ghana) a very popular tomato and peanut based dish.[2]
Chicken with Tomato - (Spain) chicken coated in an intense tomato reduction.[0]
Chicken Stew, Smoked - (Africa, Benin) a simple quick cooking stew, outstandigly delicious.[2+]
Chickpea & Onion Stew - (Tajikistan) a popular vegetable stew, delicious too.[v2]
Chickpea & Tomato Soup - (Burma) a substantial and flavorful bean and vegetable soup.[v0]
Chilean Salad - (Chile) elegant simplicity - popular all over Chile.[v1]
Cilantro Mayo Sauce - (Chile) a fine spread for bread, sauce, or dip for chips, frys, etc.[ov2]
Cucumber & Purslane Salad - (California) a pleasant variation from the regular ingredients.[v]
Cucumber Tomato Salad - (Uzbek) simple and satisfying. [v1]
Cuke Tomato Yogurt Salad - (India, Chettinad) a delightful refreshing side or salad.[ov0]
Egplant & Tomato Frittata - (Persian) delicious for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.[ov0]
Fattoush Salad - (Lebanon) a "peasant" salad, very popular in the region.[v0]
Fish Masala Curry - (Africa: Tanzania) a very flavorful fish curry.[3]
Gari Foto - (Africa, West) breakfast eggs with cassava granules and vegetables.[ov1]
Gaza Salad - (Palestinian Gaza) a bit spicer than other Levantine Salads.[v3]
Gazpacho Andaluz - (Spain - Andalucia) salad in the form of soup - red with tomatoes.[0v]
Georgian Salad - (R. Georgia) excellent, the most popular salad in Georgia.[v1]
Greek Salad with Orzo - (Greek) a stunningly tasty salad that's more than just greens. [ov]
Green Beans & Tomatoes - (India Northeast) A simple but tasty side dish or light lunch.[2v]
Green Bean & Tomato Salad - (Hungary) a noteworthy salad from a region not noted for salads.[0v]
Green Tomato Masiyal - (India - South) a delicious recipe of tomatoes and Toor Dal.[v3]
Green Tomato Sabji #1 - (India) little chili heat, but spectacularly spiced.[v2]
Green Tomato Sabji #2 - (India - South) vegetable with moderate spicing and chili heat.[v3]
Hogao (Salsa Criolla) - (Colombia) an important table condiment and recipe ingredient.[v0]
Jollof Rice w/Chicken - Ghana - (Africa, W) The most famous party dish of West Africa.[mv1]
Kaani Sauce - (Africa Senegal) a hot sauce often served with street foods.[v3]
Kachumbari Salad - (Africa E. Tanzania) A very popular accompaniment to many dishes.[v1]
Kachumber - Tomato & Cucumber - (India) a popular side dish (looks lika a salad to us).[v1+]
Lamb & Eggplant Stew - (Lebanon) just the right balance between meat and vegies.[0]
Lecsó - (Hungary) a dish served many delicious ways, and a staple ingredient.[0mv]
Lemon, Butter & Tomato Sauce - (California) a very nice sauce for spooning over fish fillets[ov0].
Llajwa - (Bolivia) the "must have" table condiment, and easy to make.[v3]
Masoor Lentils with Tomatoes - (India - Bengal) a simple, quick to make, but tasty 'week day' dish.[sv2]
Okra with Tomatoes - (Greece) not slimy, one of the most delicious vegetable dishes ever.[v]
Pasta with Asparagus & Tomato - (Italy) from Umbria, an easy to make pasta course or light main dish.[v]
Pasta with Spiced Tuna Sauce - (Africa, Somalia) very popular, from Italian occupation.[0f]
Pico de Gallo - (Mexico) a popular raw salsa for table or for recipes.[1v]
Pindjur - Condiment / Spread - (Macedonia, Serbia) popular appetizer or to accompany meats.[v1]
Rasam Jeera - (India - South) delicious and powerful, to accompany rice.[4v]
Red Pepper, Lentil & Tomato Salad - (Palestine) a delicious salad, or a light lunch.[v0]
Salsa de Guajes & Tomate - (Mexico) a tomato & chili sauce flavored by an interesting bean.[v3]
Salsa Senegal - (Africa, W) a refreshing salsa to accompany street foods, etc.[v2]
Shakshuka Tumble - (Palestine) eggs tumbled into flavorful vegi sauté.[ov1]
Shepherd's Salad - (Turkish) the most popular salad in Turkey, delicious.[0v]
Shopska Salad - Bulgarian - (Bulgaria) a delicious and unusual cold vegetable salad.[ov2]
Shopska Salad - Soviet - (Balkans) a salad wildly popular throughout the Balkan region.[ov0]
Spinach and Tomatoes - (India) Palak Toomatar - an outstaning blend of flavors.
Tajik Bread Salad - (Tajik) a popular salad, often served "buffet style".[v0]
Tomato Baharat Sauce - (Egypt) a type of sauce much used for the popular Koshari.[1-2v]
Tomato Herb Salad - (Uzbek) very popular in the summer when tomatoes are ripe.[v1+]
Tomato Jalapeño Sauce - (Mexico, All) a standard sauce, dip and ingredient throughout Mexico.[v3]
Tomato & Pomegranate Relish - (Afghan) A sweet-tart relish for roasted or grilled meats.[v1]
Tomato & Purslane Salad - (Turkish) at home with a Western, Turkish or Middle Eastern meal.[1v]
Tomato Rasam - (India - South) a mildly spiced tomato rasam.[v3]
Tomato Rasam, Udupi - (India - South) a popular rasam from the satvic cuisine of Udupi.[sv3]
Tomato Salsa / Salad - Brazil - (Brazil) an essential salsa for BBQ, also can be a salad.[v0]
Tomato & Salted Egg Salad - (Philippine) a very popular salad in the Philippines.[ov0]
Fresh Tomato Sauce - (Euro-Amer) made from fresh ripe tomatoes.[v]
Tomato Spinach Soup - (California) very delicious, and easy to make.[v3]
Tortilla Soup - (Mexico) one of the tastiest soups in the whole world! [ov]
Urad Beans with Tomato - (India) a delicious stew of of tiny black beans with tomato.[v2]
Xnipec - Dog Nose Sauce - (Mexico, Yucatán) found on most tables in the region.[v4]
Yucatán Tomato Sauce - (Mexico - Yucatán) a simple sauce used in many recipes.[v3]

Tongue

Beef Tongue - (Europe) a popular appetizer and sandwich meat.
Tongue & Veal Salad - (Italy) beef tongue and veal (or chicken) matchsticks with dressing.

Tortillas

Bonnie's Tortilla Chili - (California) tasty, filling and vegetarian (or not).[v2]
Enchiladas, Green #1 - (Mexico) tortillas with shredded chicken and tomatillo sauce.[3]
Tortilla Soup - (Mexico) one of the tastiest soups in the whole world! [ov]

Tripe

Khash - (Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan) Breakfast of Heros.
Menudo - (Mexico) famous as a hangover cure, it's also a good soup.
Tripe a la Criolla - (Puerto Rico) - intensely flavorful and substantial, but not heavy.
Caucau - Tripe & Potatoes - (Peru) a traditional dish.
Tripe with Black Mushrooms - (China) a treat for those who enjoy less common delicacies.
Tripe with Onions, Wexford - (Irish) a tasty side or even main dish for two.
Tripe & Vegetable Soup - (Swiss) substantial but not heavy, suited to all seasons.

Turkey

Enchiladas, Green #1 - (Mexico) tortillas with shredded chicken and tomatillo sauce.[3]
Mole Poblano de Guajolote - (Mexico) - the famous Turkey in Red Chili Sauce.[1]
Roasting a Turkey - (USA) Detailed how-to with stuffing, gravy and the works.
Turkey Cassoulet - (USA) cooked turkey with white beans.
Turkey Chili - Quick - (USA) with kidney beans - flavorful and moderately spicy.[3]
Turkey Chowder - (USA) a hearty, satisfying soup from leftover turkey.
Turkey Paprika - (USA) excellent with pasta or rice.
Turkey Quesadillas - (California) flavorful and substantial (see Note-1).[1+]
Turkey Sandwich - (USA) many builds make short work of leftover roast turkey.

Turnips

Chicken, Beet & Turnip Soup - (Uzbek) simple, substantial, easy to make and delicious.[0]
Pork Pot - Karelian - (Finland) a delicious stew with lots of vegies.
Shchi - Russian Cabbage Soup - (Russia) the most traditional Russian soup.
Turnip & Pickle Salad - (Latvia) a fairly assertive accent or appetizer salad.[v0]
Turnip Greens & Turnip - (US) a popular tradition in the American South.
Vegetable Salad Jarzynowa - (Poland) a popular and spectacularly tasty salad of vegetables.[v0]

Turnip - Asian Recipes

- See Radish - Daikon

Turnip Greens

Sausages & Greens - (Italy) a delicious combination for a side, light main or breakfast.
Turnip Greens & Turnip - (US) a popular tradition in the American South.

U

Vegetables - Various or Mixed - Vegetarian

Athieke (Gari) Salad - (Africa, Senegal) an excellent colorful vegetable salad.[v2]
Barley Vegetable Soup - (Norway) a substantial and attractive main dish soup.[v]
Borshch, Lenten - (Russia) a fine vegan borscht for the long Lenten fasts.[v0]
Buddha's Delight / Luóhàn Zahi - (China) a very famous vegtarian stew of many vegetables.[v0]
Bulgur & Vegetable Salad - (Algeria) a flavorful and substantial salad, good for buffets.[v0]
Cabbage Salad - Salt Massaged - (Kazakh) a cabbage based salad, uniquely made.[v2]
Chap Chai Nonya - (Singapore) an amazing mixed vegetable stir fry.[v0]
Crystal Rolls - (Viet) a delicous summer appetizer.[0v]
Epis Seasoning - (Haiti) an essential seasoning and base for Haitian cuisine.[v1+]
Fried Rice, Korean - (Korea) a popular home style recipe.[v0]
Green Pigeon Pea Vianda Soup - (Puerto Rico) a do-ahead vegetarian recipe suitable for buffet service.[v0]
Isabella Salad - (Italy) a complex and substantial salad excellent for parties.[v]
Jerusalem Salad - (Palestine) an Arabic salad popular all over Palestine.[v0]
Kachumbari Salad - (Africa E. Tanzania) A very popular accompaniment to many dishes.[v1]
Krupnik with Barley - (Poland) a substantial and satisfying vegetable soup.[mv0]
Lima Beans with Vegetables - (Turkey) Delish - and versatile: side, light lunch, veg main.[v0]
Metemgee Stew - (Guyana) An amazingly flavorful stew for vegetarians and omnivours.[v2]
Mixed Vegetable Salad - (Burma) a salad with raw and very lightly cooked vegies.[v0]
Mixed Vegetable Stew - (Africa E Tanzania) an amazingly tasty vegetable stew.[v1]
Mozambique Buffet Salad - (Africa: Mozambique) an excellent buffet salad for events.[v0]
Mung Bean Noodle Salad - (Philippine) an attractive and flavorful salad or side dish.[v0]
Noodle & Vegetable Soup - (Japan) flavorful soup course or light main dish.[fv,mv]
Oden, Vegetarian - (Japan) a vegetarian take on a very popular street vendor offering.
Pickles for Curry - (Japan) a side item for Japanese Curry, useful with other dishes.[v0]
Pipirrana Salad - (Spain) a popular chopped salad from southern Spain.[v0]
Pumpkin Stew with Vegetables - (Morocco) a Marak, or vegetable Tagine, served with couscous or rice.[v0]
Quinoa Vegie Salad - (Chile) a fine dinner or buffet salad.[v0]
Salad, Mixed - (California) for main dish salad or salad course, with notes.[v0]
Shepherd's Salad - (Turkish) the most popular salad in Turkey, delicious.[0v]
Shepherd's Salad - (Sephardic) a delicious Turkish/Spanish chopped salad.[v0]
Soltarito Salad - (Peru) the delicous 'national salad' of Peru, served everywhere.[v1]
Summer Rolls - (Cambodia) an attractive appetizer needing no cooking.[v0]
Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry - (Korea) Japchae - a popular celebration dish.[mv0]
Tagine of Aromatic Vegetables - (Morocco) an aromatic stew to serve with couscous or rice.[v0]
Tofurky - (USA) Vegetarian thanksgiving presentation.[v]
Türlü - (Turkey) an outstanding vegetable stew, also adopted by Sephardic Jews.[v0]
Valentino Salad - (Italy) a delicious, easy to make salad of striking appearance.[mv0]
Vegetable Korma - (India, Chettinad) a vegetable dish with plenty of sauce. Do-ahead OK.[v2]
Vegetable Medley Salad - (France) a cold salad of cooked vegetables dressed with mayonnaise.[ov0]
Vegetable Medley Salad - (California) a very fine cold salad of cooked vegetables.[ov0]
Vegetable Plate - Raw & Cooked - (Burma) a lunchtime essential, for other times too.[v2+]
Vegetable Stew - (Philippine, Ilocos) Pinakbet, very popular. Can be vegetarian or not.[fv0]
Vegetable Stock - (General) A good basic vegetable stock.[v0]
Vegetable Stock, Poland - (Poland) suitable for church meatless days.[v0]
Vegetable Stock, Russian - (Russia) a robust vegetarian stock with dried mushrooms.[v]
Vegetable Stock, Syrian - (Syria) a spicy vegetarian stock for beans, grains, etc.[v0]
Vegetable Vinegar Pickle - (Italy, Modena) way better than the pickles in the markets.[v0]
Vegie Fritters - (Chile) breakfast, brunch, lunch, etc. Use various vegies.[v0]
Vegetable Salad Jarzynowa - (Poland) a popular and spectacularly tasty salad of vegetables.[v0]
West African Salad - (Nigeria, Ghana) An interesting salad from a nearly "salad free" region.[mv0]

Vegetables - Various or Mixed - Non Vegetarian

Barley Vegetable Soup - (Norway) a substantial and attractive main dish soup.[v]
Beef Civechi Stew - (Bulgaria /Romaina) a famous stew with lots of vegetables.[1]
Beef Vegie Soup - (S. California) plenty of vegies and enough beef.[2]
Beef Stew with Peanut Sauce - (Filipino) Kare-kare, a popular stew for celebrations.[0]
Beef & Vegetable Stew - (Africa, Ethiopia) Attractive, excellent Meat vs. Vegies ballance.[2]
Chicken Vegie Soup - (S. California) outstanding - but not exactly traditional.[3]
Chicken with Vegetables - (Korea) a delicious chicken braise with plenty of vegetables.[0]
Cochabambina Soup - (Bolivia) a compex soup with beef, lamb and lots of vegies.[0]
Fish Rassol'nik Soup - (Russia) a fish version of a popular type of sour soup.[0]
Fried Rice - (Laos) A full dinner dish with meat and vegetables.[0]
Fried Rice, Nigerian - (Africa, Nigeria) a very fine dish for home or party.[0+]
Krupnik with Barley - (Poland) a substantial and satisfying vegetable soup.[mv0]
Noodles with Vegetables & Beef - (Korea) Japchae, a deservedly famous Korean dish.[mv0]
Okra Stew - (Africa, Ghana) Mostly vegetables, but not vegetarian.[3]
Pork in Sour Broth - (Filipino) Sinigang Baboy, mildly tart pork stew with lots of vegies.[1]
Pork Stew Somerset - (England) An excellent stew with beans, vegies, suitable for buffet.[0]
Pork & Vegetable Goulash - (Poland) a Goulash far removed form Hungary, but delicious.[0]
Pork Vegie Soup - (S. California) a fine soup course or main dish soup.[2]
Pork & Vegie Miso Soup - (Japan) a popular soup, especially for larger groups.[0]
Puchero - Argentine - (Argentina) a very popular stew and party platter.[0]
Squid Salad - (Thai) one of the most famous of the Thai salads.[3+]
Sweet Potato Noodle Stir Fry - (Korea) Japchae - a popular celebration dish.[mv0]
Tripe & Vegetable Soup - (Swiss) substantial but not heavy, suited to all seasons.
Türlü - (Turkey) an outstanding vegetable stew - can include meat.[v0]
Vegetable Stew - (Philippine, Ilocos) Pinakbet, very popular. Can be made vegetarian or not.[fv0]

Vegetables, Preserved

See Preserved Vegetables

Walnuts

Chicken with Walnuts - (China) interesting and unusual mix of flavors and textures.
Circassian Chicken - (Turkey) a most excellent spread, topping or filling for pita, etc.
Georgian Walnut Dressing / Dip - (Georgia) excelent for lightly cooked vegetables or as a dip.[v]
Lentil Soup with Walnut Smash - (Palestine) a very fine soup course, casual or formal.[v0]
Pesto, Carrot Top - (California) use just the same as Pesto Genovese[v0]
Red Beans & Walnuts - (Georgan) a real hit every time, but filling.[v]

Water Chestnuts

Lotus Pond - Stir Fry - (China - Zhejiang) a magnificant warm appetizer or side dish.[v0]

Watercress

Beef & Watercress - (China) a simple stir fry with interesting flavor and texture.[3]
Beef & Watercress Salad - (Vietnam) very flavorful warm or at room temperature.[0]
Cabbage & Watercress Salad - (Spain - Canary Islands) a fresh salad that deserves frequent serving.[v0]
Cucumber Watercress Salad - an elegant and unusual salad, tasty too! [v]
Frog Leg & Watercress Soup - (France - Alsace) an elegant yet substantial and satisfying soup.
Luang Prabang Salad - (Laos) a popular salad from the days of French Indochina.[v0]
Mixed Greens Salad - (Spain - Catalunya) An excelent light salad of fresh greens.[mv0]
Palm Hearts with Watercress - (Brazil) featuring a diverse and attractive mix of ingredients.[0v]
Radicchio & Watercress Salad - (Eu/Am) bitter lettuce and bitter herb with sweet dressing.
Taro & Watercress Soup - (China - Hunan) a creamy textured intro or side dish soup.
Watercress & Herb Salad - (Various) An arranged salad, good for table service.[ov1]
Watercress Mixed Salad - (California) an excellent salad for light main or salad course.[v1]
Watercress Salad - (Spain - North Coast) A simple but very flavorful dinner salsd.[v0]
Watercress Salad - (Trinidad) interesting contrasts of textures and flavors.[v0]

Water Spinach

- see Choy - Ong Choy.

Wheat, Whole, Pelted & Cracked

Adjar Pilaf - (Armenia / Georgia) a truly amazing pilaf of Adjar wheat.[ov0]
Beef & Wheat Bokoboko - (Africa, Tanzania) beef & grain dish from the Swahili Coast.[0]
Grain & Bean Harvest Soup - (Italy, South) excellent for parties, particularly Samhain.[v0]
Pelted Wheat & Yogurt Soup - (Armenia) an unusual, but quite popular hot or cold soup.[mv0]
Pork Stew with Wheat & Fennel - (Spain) a really delicious stew, with pork & Spanish sausages.[0]
Red Lentil & Wheat Soup - (Turkey -Kurdish a different take on a popular soup.[v2]
Spinach Stems with Wheat - (Turkey) a delicious use for the often discarded stems.[v1]
Wheat & Chickpea Soup - (Spain) a peasant style soup, simple, flavorful, filling.[0]
Wheat & Grape Molasses Soup - (Turkey) A substantial soup, slightly sweet, distinctly spiced.[v0]

Wheat - Bulgur & Freekeh

Bean & Grain Soup - (Lebanon) a substantial and satisfying easy to make soup.[v]
Beef with Bulgur - (Lebanon) a substantial and satisfying main dish.
Bulgur & Vegetable Salad - (Algeria) a flavorful and substantial salad, good for buffets.[v0]
Bulgur & Vegetable Soup - (Tunisia) a substantial and very flavorful soup.[v2]
Freekeh & Bean Soup - (Palestine) an unusual roasted wheat and bean soup.[v0]
Freekah Salad - (Palestine) An amazingly tasty salad, suitable for buffet.[v1]
Red Lentil & Bulgur Soup - (Turkey) a very popular soup in Turkey, easy to make.[mv2]
Red Lentil & Mint Soup - (Turkey) delicious and elegant, but easy to make.[mv2]
Tabouleh - (Lebanon) the rightly famous bulgur and parsley salad.[v]
Turkish Bulgur - (Turkey) easy and always well received. [v3]

Wheat Gluten

Gluten Rolls with Choy - (China) An amazingly tasty vegetarian stir-fry.[v]
Yu Choy with Gluten, Mushrooms - (China, Shanghai) a stir fry with flavor and texture contrasts.[v0]

Winter Melon / Fuzzy Melon / Ash Gourd