Family Recipes
Simple, delicious dishes for everyday family meals
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Ash Reshteh
A hearty Persian noodle soup with three kinds of legumes, fresh herbs and tangy kashk, topped with crispy fried onion, garlic and mint.
Baba Ganoush
A smoky Levantine dip made from the flesh of roasted eggplants, tahini, fresh lemon, and garlic — silky yet distinctly coarse in texture.
Bubble and Squeak
Golden, crispy potato-and-cabbage cakes with a soft centre — the classic British way to turn Sunday roast leftovers into a cosy dish.
Baghrir
Delicate Moroccan semolina pancakes covered in a lace of tiny holes, soaking up a warm honey-butter glaze.
Baingan Bharta
A smoky Indian mash of fire-roasted eggplant, tomatoes, onion and fresh coriander.
Bacalhau à Brás
Bacalhau à Brás is a legendary Lisbon dish of soaked salt cod and crispy shoestring potatoes, gently combined with onion, garlic and eggs to a tender, creamy texture, finished with black olives and fresh parsley.
Bacalhau à Lagareira
Tender salt cod baked with potatoes until golden and generously drizzled with hot garlic olive oil — a classic of Portuguese cuisine.
Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá
Tender salt cod steeped in milk and baked with potatoes, onion, garlic, olives and eggs — a classic dish from Porto, Portugal.
Bacalhau with Cream
A Portuguese casserole of soaked salt cod, potatoes and a delicate cream-béchamel sauce, topped with a golden cheesy crust.
Baku Pakhlava
Golden, diamond-cut pakhlava with thin layers of yeasted dough, walnuts, cardamom, and saffron syrup — a festive dessert served with Azerbaijani tea.
Eggplant Parmigiana
Juicy eggplant in a crispy fried crust, baked in layers with a fragrant tomato sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan, following a classic Neapolitan recipe.
Sichuan-Style Eggplant (Yuxiang Qiezi)
Soft, lightly browned eggplant in a thick, tangy-sweet, savory sauce with garlic, ginger, and doubanjiang.
Turkish-Style Eggplant and Yogurt Salad
Smoky roasted eggplant, thick yogurt, garlic and lemon come together in a gentle, cool meze with a distinct char-grilled flavor.
Balkaymak
A delicate Kazakh milk dessert with honey that slowly thickens into a glossy, creamy texture.
Banitsa with Cheese
A crispy, golden banitsa made from thin pastry, salty white cheese, eggs and yogurt — a classic Bulgarian pastry for a warm breakfast.
Karachi-style Bun Kebab
A spicy chana dal and potato patty in a soft bun with two chutneys, fresh onion, and a thin omelette — a true Pakistani street food classic.
Bánh Khọt with Shrimp
Small Vietnamese rice pancakes with crispy golden edges, juicy shrimp and a hint of coconut, served with fresh herbs and a sweet-and-sour fish sauce dip.
Batagor Bandung Style
Crispy fried wonton pouches and pieces of tofu with a delicate fish filling, served with a thick spicy-sweet peanut sauce, just like the street vendors of Bandung serve it.
Batata Harra
Golden, crispy potatoes tossed with fiery chili, garlic, lemon and fresh cilantro — a vibrant Lebanese appetizer or side dish.
Baursaks
Puffy, golden baursaks with a soft, airy crumb inside — a traditional Kazakh bread served with tea and at the festive dastarkhan table.
Bhindi Masala
A semi-dry North Indian dish of tender okra, sautéed separately and combined with a spiced onion-tomato masala.
Beguni
Crispy Bengali eggplant slices in a light spiced batter — a traditional teatime snack, often served with khichuri.
Beijinho
Delicate Brazilian coconut candies with a creamy texture, coated in coconut and topped with a clove.
Bakewell Tart
A classic British tart with a crisp shortcrust base, raspberry jam and delicate almond frangipane.
Belgian Yeast Waffles
Light, golden Belgian waffles with a crispy crust and a tender, airy interior.
Besan Chilla
Thin golden Indian pancakes made from chickpea flour, packed with juicy vegetables and fresh cilantro — a quick, spicy breakfast with crispy edges.
Bibim Guksu
Spicy-sweet-and-sour cold Korean noodles with a gochujang dressing, crisp cucumber and egg — a quick dish that's refreshing on a hot day.
Burmese Tea Leaf Salad
Traditional Burmese lahpet thoke combines fermented tea leaves with crisp cabbage, tomatoes, fried garlic, peanuts and sesame seeds — an explosive mix of textures and flavors, tossed together just before serving.
Bircher Muesli
An authentic Swiss breakfast of soaked oats, freshly grated apple, lemon juice, condensed milk and nuts.
Bissara
Thick Moroccan bissara — a smooth purée of dried fava beans with garlic, cumin and a generous drizzle of olive oil.