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Let’s go on a world food tour! Whatever you’re in the mood for, from meat-lovers to vegans, from Europe to Asia to North and South America, these recipes are for everyone who loves to eat delicious, simple food!
My goal is to showcase delicious dishes that I’ve made, which I find are (relatively) easy to make! Some recipes require more time, and effort, while others are done within 30 minutes, but, I promise, you’ll be pleased with what you’ve made!
Unlike other sites, I won’t be detailing all of my thoughts and feelings about each recipe because, let’s be real, in the end, you just want to figure out how to make the dish and what you need to buy at the grocery store. I cut right to the chase and tell you the ingredients you’ll need and show you what the final dish will look like!
As a side note, I’m a big fan of onions, garlic, ginger, and everything spicy, so my recipes might be somewhat heavy with these ingredients, or at least more so than some people :) Be aware of this and adjust these ingredients to your own preferences because you’re the one who will be doing the eating! Enjoy!
Recent Recipes
South of the Border Quinoa Bowl with Creamy Chipotle Sauce
A meal that’s bursting with flavor and perfectly versatile as both a main meal or a side dish. Packed full of veggies and a deliciously creamy chipotle dressing, it's a dependable go-to meal when you’re in a hurry and need an easy, healthy, protein-packed meal!
Shredded Chicken Mole Tacos
As a taco lover, I knew these would be a winner the moment I took my first bite! Creamy refried beans, crispy shredded chicken, crunchy onions, a warming sweet-spicy mole sauce, all enveloped in a warm taco is a perfect pairing! And make sure you make enough mole because you’ll want to add a bit more to each taco after tasting how delicious it is!
Chestnut and Apricot Lamb Stew with Peanut-Turmeric Rice
Unique is the perfect way to describe this meal! Tender lamb pieces, a slight sweetness from the apricots, subtle nutty creaminess from the chestnuts, all stewed together in a tomato-based sauce. Paired wonderfully alongside an elegant rice, with plenty of crunch from the roasted peanuts and green onions, and you’ve got a delicious dinner that’s appealing to the senses!
Lychee-Banana Dessert Soup in Coconut Milk
A decadent, but simple dessert that’s ready to eat within minutes and is sure to impress! Using five ingredients, the exotic sweetness of the lychees and the creaminess of the coconut milk is an indulgence that you didn’t know you needed!
Vegan Cashew “Chicken” with Stir-Fried Veggies
If you’re craving some delicious takeout, but want a homemade vegan version of the meal, this is a great option! Crispy, baked tofu smothered in a saucy hoisin-based sauce paired with a medley of stir-fried veggies hits the spot and will have you reaching for seconds before you even realize it!
Asian-Style Kohlrabi Salad
A unique blend of fresh veggies and a tangy, sweet-spicy dressing is what makes this side salad the perfect pairing to a meal. The deliciously crisp kohlrabi, carrots, and bell peppers alongside the softer tomatoes and cucumbers makes sure the salad is as healthy as possible while the ponzu, soy sauce, and lemon juice dressing gives it it’s tantalizing flavor!
Vegan Veggie Burritos with Whipped Refried Beans and Aji Verde Sauce
This is one of those meals that everyone will love regardless whether you follow a vegan diet or not! The roasted veggies, combined with an aji verde sauce, whipped refried beans, and a hint of spice from the jalapenos makes these burritos one of a kind! Make sure you make a double portion because everyone will be going back for seconds!
Meat and Veggie Lasagna
There is something special when you take a lasagna out of the oven with the cheese melted and bubbly on top. Cut a slice to reveal the beautiful layers of the meat and veggie sauce smothered between layers of ricotta and mozzarella cheese. And once you dig in, you are whisked away to your happy place. It’s what makes a lasagna so beloved!
Couscous with Sultanas and Pine Nuts
Cook up a delicious side dish that’s quick and easy to make, but stands out on its own! Cooked in vegetable broth and mixed with toasted pine nuts, shallots, and sultanas, it’s a great way to spice up your side of couscous! Goes great with Northern African and Middle Eastern food!
Chickpea Pasta Stew
Nothing beats a warm stew on a cold winter evening. Especially one as delicious and easy to make as this one! It’s so warming and hearty, but add some chickpeas and kale to give the stew added texture and flavor, and it’s a delicious way to reenergize after a cold day!
Turkey Meatballs in Tomato and Harissa Sauce
Mix up your meatball marinara with these turkey meatballs in a tomato and harissa sauce! As a lean protein, turkey is a healthy choice while the harissa adds a bit of spiciness to your tomato sauce. Serve with couscous, rice, or bread and you’re in for a wonderful meal!
Soba Noodle Salad with Fresh Veggies, Savory Pork, and Spicy-Citrusy Dressing
For a bright, flavorful soba noodle salad, look no further! Crisp veggies, smooth soba noodles, and fresh herbs are mixed with a deliciously tangy sauce that packs a spicy kick. Pair those bright flavors with slices of warm, tender pork to give every bite a contrastingly tasty savory element. It’s a wonderfully satisfying salad that you’ll be glad you made!
Kalter Hund (German Biscuit Chocolate Cake)
This has always been my birthday cake! Growing up, my mom would always make me this cake for my birthday, so I always associate it with happy memories! It might not be the prettiest cake, but where it lacks visually it makes up in simplicity. It's a no-baked cake made up of butter biscuits layered between a decadent fudgy chocolate mixture. It’s an unmatched combination and a chocolate lovers dream!
Banana Curry Chicken with Ginger, Green Onion Rice
You could make a banana bread with those leftover bananas or try something a bit more unique and savory! That was the inspiration for this meal! The bananas provides a creamy, subtle sweetness, but doesn't overpower the flavor, while blending deliciously with the curry. Serve with a side of ginger, green onion rice for an extra touch that completes a wonderful meal!
Curry Grilled Chicken Salad with Herby Vinaigrette
Fun salads always work because of their perfect pairing of flavors and textures. This is a salad that combines those elements wonderfully! From the curry grilled chicken paired with creamy avocados, juicy mangos, tangy pickled red onions, buttery goat cheese, and drizzled with an herb vinaigrette, it’ll be a fun time for sure with this salad!
Crispy Fried Hoisin Tofu with Peanut Noodles
With udon noodles covered in a peanut-based sauce you can't help but dig into this savory dish! Add spinach to round out the flavor and add a helping of veggies. But the real star of the dish is the crispy fried tofu! Pressed and then marinated in hoisin sauce, this allows the tofu to soak up as much of the marinade as possible. And then fry them to crisp perfection before sprinkling a hand full over the noodles for an irresistible combination of flavor and crunch!
Spicy Harissa-Lentils with Lemon Tahini Dressing and Caramelized Onions
As summer turns to fall and the temperatures slowly start to drop, a delicious bowl of tender lentils is the perfect way to warm back up! Mixed with harissa, the lentils come with a bit heat to them, which is cooled with a silky lemon-tahini dressing. And top with irresistible caramelized onions to give your meal an extra level of decadence!
Apfelküchle - German Apple Fritter Pancake
Apfelküchle is a dessert I grew up eating all the time! Whip up a quick pancake-like batter that you dip apple slices into and fry up until golden brown. My preference is to top them with sugar and cinnamon, but whipped cream or vanilla ice cream are also delicious options! Quick, simple, and tasty!
Mustard-Based Carolina-Style BBQ Sauce
This is a Carolina-style BBQ sauce with its base of vinegar and mustard is a perfect blend of sweet tanginess. It’s a bit thinner, but works as a great go-to BBQ sauce for all of your favorite BBQ meals!
Butter-Based Texas-Style BBQ Sauce
This Central Texas-style BBQ sauce is a delicious mixture of well-seasoned tomatoes, spices, celery, onions, and garlic simmered alongside butter. The sauce is a bit thinner and less sweet, but rich in flavor and lets your BBQ shine through!
