As in true-blue foodies, our brains wander the world! We often get asked the question about what kind of food do people from different countries eat. Do Spaniards eat rice like us? Do Italians enjoy vegetarianism? What kind of meat do people like to eat? These questions make us wonder more about the cuisines of the world, and how different they are from ours! Today, we’ll introduce you to ten of the world’s most popular cuisines to give you an idea of what it’s like to travel the world as a foodie.
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Best recipes from different cuisines that you must try once in your life:
1. tacos – Mexican
Mexican food is similar to Indian cuisine in many ways as most Mexicans enjoy spicy rice, tortillas (wheat-based bread), meat and vegetables. The most popular Mexican dish – tacos can be described as an open wrap with a filling of meat, cheese and salad as the star of the show. Taco shells are enjoyed soft or hard by simply baking the tortilla at that time.
2. Pizza – italian
The humble combination of sauce, cheese and bread is what we all know! This Italian dish has crossed Italian borders and crossed oceans to become one of the most loved dishes in the world. While many pizza variations now exist, authentic Italian pizza is all about a soft and crunchy base, tangy marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese (also known as margherita pizza).
3. moussaka – greek
Known for its earthy and simple flavor, Greek cuisine moussaka is one of the most popular dishes of the cuisine, making it an excellent dish to introduce you to the world of Greek food. While there are many variations of moussaka, it is the Greek version that has taken a special place in the hearts of eaters. It closely resembles lasagna, but it tastes very different; It is often a potato or eggplant based meat dish.
4. sushi – Japani
This popular Japanese food has received a lot of publicity over the past decade, becoming quite delicious around the world. For those unaware, traditional sushi is raw fish and vegetables wrapped in vinegared rice. This cold, salty dish has a distinctive sour taste, which makes it different from other popular dishes!
5. Paella – Spanish
“Paella” is actually the special pan in which this dish is cooked, and it became the name of this one-pot rice dish! Paella is prepared by slow-cooking rice, vegetables, seafood and spices until it is in its flavorful form. This rice dish is similar to the Indian classic khichdi and pulao, but the main difference is that meat is a major ingredient in Spanish cuisine.
6. Coq Au Win – French
The name of this quintessential French dish, coq au vin, literally means “rooster in wine”. As the name suggests, this French dish sees chicken in wine, mushrooms, onions, garlic, bacon and sometimes even brandy! The main feature of this dish is the wine, as it gives the dish its distinctive flavour.
7. thai curry – Thai
Another popular dish that is often enjoyed in restaurants, Thai curry is a creamy sweet curry made from a special paste, coconut milk, meat, seafood, vegetables and herbs. There are three popular variations of this curry, each depending on the variety of paste used in the curry – green Thai curry, red Thai curry and yellow Thai curry.
8. bibimbap – korean
The name bibimbap refers to the Korean word “bibim” meaning rice mixture and “bap” referring to the noun used for rice. This hot Korean rice dish is essentially fried vegetables, served with kimchi, gochujang (chili pepper paste), soy sauce, eggs and shredded meat. This hot dish is mixed well before eating.
9. Irish stew – Irish
The epitome of comfort food, the traditional Irish stew requires only a few ingredients: meat, onions and potatoes, along with salt and pepper. In southern Ireland, carrots are added, and some cooks have even gone so far as to add turnips, parsnips or rutabaga. Parsley or thyme sprigs can also go in the pot. For a true Irish stew, Sticker says, you should use mutton.
10. Fo – Vietnamese
Considered the national dish of Vietnam, Pho is a Vietnamese soup dish prepared using broth, rice noodles, herbs and meat. Pronounced as ‘foo’ and not ‘pho’, it is quite a hit on Vietnamese streets and is enjoyed for lunch and dinner.
Try these different recipes and taste the world at home!