Family Recipes
Simple, delicious dishes for everyday family meals
136 recipes
Agedashi Tofu
Crispy golden cubes of tofu in a hot dashi broth with soy sauce, daikon, and ginger — a classic Japanese appetizer with a silky, tender center.
Akara
Nigerian golden fritters made from an airy purée of black-eyed peas, onion and hot pepper — crispy outside and tender inside.
Alu Bodi Tama
A sour, spicy Nepali soup made with fermented bamboo shoots, potatoes and black-eyed peas — a warming dish from Newari cuisine.
Aloo Gobi
Aloo gobi is a fragrant Punjabi dry curry of potatoes and cauliflower simmered in cumin, turmeric and garam masala, traditionally served with chapati or rice.
Aloo Tikki
Golden North Indian potato patties with spiced green peas, ginger and cumin — crisp outside and soft inside.
Anmitsu
A chilled Japanese dessert with springy kanten cubes, sweet adzuki paste, fruit, white shiratama dumplings and thick black kuromitsu syrup.
Appam (Palappam)
Traditional Kerala rice pancakes with lacy, crisp edges and a soft, spongy center, served hot with coconut curries.
Batata Harra
Golden, crispy potatoes tossed with fiery chili, garlic, lemon and fresh cilantro — a vibrant Lebanese appetizer or side dish.
Bhindi Masala
A semi-dry North Indian dish of tender okra, sautéed separately and combined with a spiced onion-tomato masala.
Besan Chilla
Thin golden Indian pancakes made from chickpea flour, packed with juicy vegetables and fresh cilantro — a quick, spicy breakfast with crispy edges.
Bissara
Thick Moroccan bissara — a smooth purée of dried fava beans with garlic, cumin and a generous drizzle of olive oil.
Bob chorba
A thick Bulgarian bean soup with sweet pepper, tomato, paprika, dried mint (djodjen), and a classic roux.
Bulgarian Stuffed Peppers with Rice
Tender sweet peppers filled with spiced rice, onion, carrot and tomatoes, slow-baked until juicy.
Tomato Bruschetta
A classic Italian appetizer — crisp toasted ciabatta rubbed with garlic, topped with a juicy mixture of ripe tomatoes, fresh basil and olive oil.
Bulgur Pilaf
Fluffy Turkish bulgur with golden onion, sweet pepper and tomato paste — a simple, hearty dish for a home-cooked meal.
Bhuna Khichuri
A Bangladeshi rice and lentil dish with a nutty aroma from toasted mung dal, warm spices, and crispy caramelized onions.
Waakye
Traditional Ghanaian waakye combines rice and black-eyed peas, cooked together in a rich wine-red broth made with sorghum leaves.
Vada Pav
A Mumbai street sandwich with a crispy potato vada tucked into a soft pav bun, served with green, tamarind and dry garlic chutneys.
Pierogi with Beans and Mushrooms
Meatless pierogi with a tender bean filling, sautéed mushrooms and onion — a hearty traditional dish for meatless days or a cozy family dinner.
Armenian Eech with Bulgur
A tangy Armenian bulgur salad made with fine bulgur, tomatoes, sweet peppers, lemon and fresh herbs, served chilled or at room temperature.
Gaza-Style Dagga
A spicy, juicy salad of tomatoes, fresh dill, and chili, pounded Gaza-style in a mortar and dressed with lemon and olive oil.
Meatless Galayet Bandora
A Jordanian home-style dish made with juicy tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and hot green pepper, served hot with pita.
Gazpacho
A refreshing chilled soup made from ripe Andalusian tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, and onion, seasoned with garlic and sherry vinegar — a summer classic from southern Spain, served ice-cold with a garnish of finely diced vegetables.
Gemista
Juicy tomatoes and sweet bell peppers stuffed with fragrant rice, mint and parsley, baked in olive oil together with potato wedges until tender — a beloved summer dish of Greek cuisine.
Gigantes Plaki
Large Greek white beans, slow-baked in a rich tomato sauce with onion, carrot, celery and herbs.
Githeri
A traditional Kenyan dish of soft corn and red kidney beans — simple, hearty and warming.
Split Pea Porridge with Onion-Carrot Sauté
A tender, thick porridge made from well-cooked split peas, topped with a golden onion-carrot sauté.
Grenadier March
Grenadier march is a hearty Slovak dish made from boiled potatoes and pasta sautéed with onion and sweet paprika, dating back to the days of the Austro-Hungarian army.
Doubles
A Trinidadian street food classic: two thin, fluffy baras filled with spicy curried channa, cucumber, tamarind, and pepper sauce.
Jhal Muri
A crunchy Bengali street snack of puffed rice, fresh vegetables, peanuts, chickpeas and fiery mustard oil.