Main Course

The quintessential Egyptian street food, a hearty and flavorful layered dish of rice, macaroni, lentils, and chickpeas, topped with a zesty tomato sauce and crispy fried onions.

Rice · Macaroni (small, like ditalini) · Brown or green lentils · Chickpeas

A variation of Mujadara that replaces rice with bulgur wheat, offering a nuttier flavor and chewier texture, often prepared with a touch more spice.

Brown or green lentils · Coarse bulgur wheat · Yellow onions · Olive oil

A traditional and comforting dish of lentils and rice, slow-cooked with caramelized onions, offering a rich, savory flavor and satisfying texture.

Brown or green lentils · Basmati rice · Yellow onions · Olive oil

A smoky and flavorful mashed eggplant dish, slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, ginger, garlic, and a blend of aromatic spices. Traditionally cooked over an open flame for a distinct smoky essence.

Large eggplants (baingan) · Tomatoes · Onions · Ginger

A flavorful variation of potato rösti, incorporating grated cheese and fresh herbs directly into the potato mixture for added taste and texture.

Potatoes · Gruyère Cheese (grated) · Butter · Salt

A traditional Swiss potato pancake, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, made with grated potatoes and pan-fried to golden perfection.

Potatoes · Butter · Salt · Black Pepper

Crispy, golden-brown potato pancakes, a traditional Hanukkah treat, made with grated potatoes, onions, eggs, and flour, fried to perfection.

Potatoes · Onion · Eggs · All-purpose flour

A Sicilian twist featuring a filling with pine nuts and raisins, a touch of spice from red pepper flakes, and a richer tomato sauce.

Eggplant · Ricotta cheese · Parmesan cheese, grated · Provolone cheese, shredded

Thinly sliced eggplant, lightly fried or baked, then rolled around a creamy ricotta cheese filling, baked in marinara sauce, and topped with mozzarella.

Eggplant · Ricotta cheese · Parmesan cheese, grated · Egg, beaten

The quintessential French seafood dish, featuring plump mussels steamed in a fragrant broth of white wine, garlic, shallots, and parsley. Served with crusty bread for dipping.

Mussels · Dry White Wine · Shallots · Garlic

A timeless and elegant dish featuring flaky salmon fillets coated in a sweet and savory honey glaze, baked to perfection. This recipe highlights the natural richness of the salmon enhanced by the simple yet delicious glaze.

Salmon fillets · Honey · Soy sauce · Dijon mustard

A variation of Salmon Wellington incorporating fresh spinach and a generous amount of dill, offering a lighter, brighter flavor profile with a subtle Scandinavian influence.

Salmon fillet · Puff pastry · Fresh spinach · Shallots

A sophisticated and elegant dish featuring a salmon fillet coated in duxelles and herbs, wrapped in puff pastry, and baked to golden perfection. This is the traditional preparation.

Salmon fillet · Puff pastry · Mushrooms (e.g., cremini) · Shallots

An elevated Niçoise salad featuring pan-seared fresh tuna for a richer flavor, complemented by authentic Niçoise olives and a more robust vinaigrette.

Fresh tuna steak · Fingerling potatoes · Haricots verts (French green beans) · Large eggs

A quintessential Niçoise salad featuring perfectly cooked tuna, tender green beans, potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, and olives, all brought together with a simple vinaigrette. This is the authentic, no-fuss version.

Canned tuna in olive oil · New potatoes · Fresh green beans · Large eggs

A simple yet elegant preparation of tuna steak, seared to perfection with a crisp exterior and a rare, tender interior. Often served with a light sauce or simple accompaniments.

Tuna steaks (sushi-grade) · Olive oil · Sesame seeds · Salt

A simple yet elegant preparation of swordfish, highlighting its firm texture and mild flavor with fresh lemon and aromatic herbs.

Swordfish steaks · Olive oil · Fresh lemon · Fresh parsley

A flavorful twist on fried catfish, incorporating Cajun spices into the cornmeal coating for a spicy kick. This version offers a bolder taste profile while maintaining a crispy texture.

Catfish fillets · Yellow cornmeal · All-purpose flour · Cajun seasoning

A simplified version of fried catfish, using a lighter seasoned flour coating for a quicker preparation and a less dense crust. Ideal for a weeknight meal.

Catfish fillets · All-purpose flour · Paprika · Garlic powder

A quintessential Southern dish featuring cornmeal-crusted catfish fillets, fried to a golden crisp. This recipe emphasizes a traditional approach with simple seasonings and a perfectly crunchy exterior.

Catfish fillets · Yellow cornmeal · All-purpose flour · Eggs