Lachcha Paratha is a popular Indian flatbread known for its crispy, flaky layers. Traditionally made with a mix of whole wheat flour and oil, this delicious paratha pairs perfectly with curries, yogurt, or even on its own with some butter.
This easy Italian Spaghetti with Tomato dish can also be prepared with optional ingredients like cooked shrimp, spicy sausage, or bacon. Although this is not the national dish of Italy, it is widely cooked there.
Keshi Yena (Stuffed Cheese) is a popular main course cheese dish cooked in Aruba. Keshi Yena may have originated from the slaves of the Dutch West Indies who stuffed discarded Edam and Gouda cheese rinds with table scraps to make a meal
Doro Wat is a traditional South African chicken stew made with a spice paste (berberé) and spicy clarified butter (nitter kibbeh). Berberé and niter kibbeh may not be easily found in places other than South Africa where Doro Wat is popularly cooked but these ingredients can be substituted.
Colcannon is an Irish potato dish that originated in the 1700s. It is a side dish, similar to American mashed potato but it incorporates butter and vegetables such as cabbage, kale, and leeks.
Fungee is a popular cornmeal dish cooked on the islands of Antigua and Barbuda. It is eaten alongside vegetable mash and a sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, and salted codfish.
Nasi Lemak is Malaysia’s national dish. The name of the dish translates to “creamy rice.” It is a fragrant, coconut-infused rice dish and is traditionally served with sambal (a spicy paste), fried anchovies, cucumber slices, and hard-boiled eggs.
Moussaka is a staple dish in Greece. It is a layered meat and eggplant casserole which is baked with a Béchamel sauce. Lamb meat is popularly used in this dish. Moussaka is typically prepared in urban households for special occasions.
Peruvian Ceviche is a delectable dish of raw fish cured in citrus juices and flavored with peppers and other seasonings. Essentially it is a type of fish salad.