A staple of Northeastern Brazil, carne de sol (lit. meat of the sun) – sometimes also called carne de sereno or simply jabá – refers to heavily salted, sun-dried meat. Carne de sol is traditionally prepared with either beef or goat meat, and the origins of this centuries-old meat preservation method are attributed to the…
Nigiri or nigirizushi is a special kind of hand-pressed sushi where the meat is sliced and pressed on top of sushi rice. It was developed in Tokyo (then called Edo) during the 1800s. Sometimes, nori seaweed is used to wrap the whole concoction and keep it together. The topping is usually seafood such as shrimp,…
Enchiladas are a traditional Mexican dish with a unique flavor and a very long history. Their delicious taste has made them a popular menu item at many Mexican restaurants. With the perfect combination of tortilla, meat, cheese, and sauce, enchiladas have become a symbol of a traditional Mexican meal. What You’ll Need 1 cup diced…
Take grated potatoes, mix them with egg and minced onion, fry them up, and you have the delicious Draniki. Draniki is a Belarusian style shallow fried potato pancakes made of grated potatoes. It is a traditional Belarusian dish still very popular in present day Belarus. This potato pancake of Belarus is served with sour cream…
Black risotto is popular along Croatia’s coast, and features a tasty mix of cuttlefish or squid, olive oil, garlic, red wine and squid ink. Called “crni rižot” by Croatians, it is known for turning people’s teeth black. Other beloved regional dishes include pasticada, a mix of tender beer and gnocchi that’s a staple in the…
Another popular Balkan dish is also the national dish of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The minced meat sausage, known as cevapi, can be made using lamb, veal, pork or beef. Cevapi is often served with somun, a pita-like bread, and chopped onion. What Makes Cevapi Special? There are many things that make cevapi unique. For starters,…
Belgium is home to culinary favorites like Belgian chocolate and beer — but no dish is more iconic than the Belgian waffle. While in North America, the Belgian waffle is often massive and drowning in syrup, the traditional version is actually a small street food. Eat this treat like it’s meant to be enjoyed —…
The apple pie is special for quite a number of reasons. First, it’s made from fruit, which means it must be a solid source of nutrient for your body. Secondly, apples are really healthy because they are loaded with vitamin c, fiber and antioxidants. Still on nutritional value, apples are loaded with the flavonoid quercetin….
Shawarma’s name comes from the Arabic word for “turning” — a reference to how this favorite Middle Eastern sandwich’s meaty filling cooks on a vertical spit. In adaptations that spread to the Mediterranean and Europe, shawarma has been reinterpreted as gyro in Greece or doner kebab in Germany, via Turkey. While there are many variations…
A recall for several Jif Peanut butter products has been issued due to a possible salmonella outbreak, officials said. Jif’s creamy, crunchy, natural and reduced fat peanut butters among other varieties of the product have been linked to a salmonella outbreak across 12 states that has left 14 sick, including two who were hospitalized, according…
