Dinner

Find out how to make your dinner a main event with a wide selection of delicious dinner recipes.

Bistec de Cerdo Encebollado (Cuban Pork Tenderloin)

Pork steak is Cuba’s answer to the American beef steak. Unlike the United States or Canada, where steak is usually associated with beef, Cubans primarily use pork for their steak dishes. Bistec...

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November 17, 2021

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Moravský Vrabec (Moravian Sparrow)

Perhaps one of the most popular traditional dishes in Czech cuisine is Moravian Sparrow. The name is somewhat misleading as there’s no bird involved in this dish; it’s actually prepared...

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November 17, 2021

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Danish Beef Steak | Venø Steak

This steak recipe has a decades-long history and it was invented on the small Danish island of Venø. It’s grown in popularity well beyond the island’s borders and it is...

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November 17, 2021

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Vepřo Knedlo Zelo (Pork, Dumplings and Sauerkraut)

Pork, dumplings and sauerkraut make up one of the most beloved national dishes in the Czech Republic. The incredibly juicy and tender pork, paired with the soft leavened dumplings, and...

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November 17, 2021

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Danish Meatballs in Curry Sauce (Boller i Karry)

Curry may not be the first thing that pops into your mind when you think Danish cuisine, but it’s the exceptions from the norm that add spice to life and…...

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November 17, 2021

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Pariserbøf (Beef Parisienne)

Pariserbøf is a Danish dish that resembles a sandwich with half of it consisting of a crispy toasted slice of sourdough bread and the other a juicy beef patty. The...

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November 17, 2021

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Masas de Cerdo Frita (Masitas de Puerco)

Pork dishes hold a special place in Cuban cuisine. There are many delicious Cuban pork recipes, but perhaps the most tasty and easy recipe of all is Masas de Cerdo Frita,...

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November 16, 2021

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Cuban Tamales

The tamale is one of the most popular Cuban dishes… and for good reason! Traditional “tamales criollos”, as they are otherwise known in Cuba, are simple in principle made with uncomplicated...

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November 16, 2021

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Mexican Enchiladas

Enchiladas are some of the most popular South American foods around the world and one of the big superstars of Mexican cuisine. This great dish starts with a delicious sauce...

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November 16, 2021

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Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin with Mashed Potatoes, Pepper Cream & Chimichurri

This taste sous vide beef tenderloin recipe was shared with us by our friends Eleni and Alex from Food24_skg. It is complemented by creamy mashed potatoes, a refined pepper cream boasting...

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November 11, 2021

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Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin with Honey & Beer Sauce

The sous vide will allow the beef tenderloin to be super tender and flavorful, and the sauce will add a dreamy, rich component to this dish. The broccoli puree will...

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November 11, 2021

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Stoemp and Meat

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Stoemp is the Belgian twist on mashed potatoes. They often incorporate carrots, leeks, and even cabbage or peas into the mix. It is all around a more wholesome and nutritious...

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October 14, 2021

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Vol-au-vent

Vol-au-vent are delicious pastry cups often filled with a creamy mixture of mushrooms, chicken and other meats. These delights are typical of French and Belgian cuisines so don’t forget to...

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October 10, 2021

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Picadillo a la Habanera (Cuban Ground Beef)

Picadillo a la Habanera is a delicious Cuban dish made by cooking ground beef with spices, tomato sauce, potatoes, and olives over low heat. But the recipe can be made...

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October 9, 2021

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Lamb Kleftiko

This traditional Greek dish is slow oven cooked lamb infused with olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. The original recipe called for an earthen oven to trap smoke and heat, but nowadays...

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October 8, 2021

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Rabbit with Prunes

Rabbit with Prunes or as it’s otherwise known, “lapin aux pruneaux”, is one of the Belgian cuisine’s most beloved staples. The tender rabbit meat is the focal point of this...

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October 7, 2021

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Rajská Omáčka (Beef with Sweet Tomato Sauce)

Rajská Omáčka is one of the signature dishes of the Czech Republic, made with hearty beef and an unmistakable sweet-and-sour tomato sauce. This creamy dressing is infused with various spices...

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October 4, 2021

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Stegt Flæsk: Danish Roast Pork with Potatoes & Parsley Sauce

Stegt flæsk med persillesovs has been crowned Denmark’s national dish, and it’s easy to see why. Crisp, salty slices of pork belly served with tender boiled potatoes and finished with...

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September 23, 2021

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Dansk Hakkebøf med Bløde Løg (Danish Minced Beef with Fried Onions)

Danish minced beef with caramelized onions and brown sauce makes for a perfectly cozy evening meal. The dish has been around for generations, back when cattle farms supplied the freshest...

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September 23, 2021

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Pečená Kachna se Zelím (Roast Duck with Sauerkraut and Dumplings)

Roast duck with sauerkraut and dumplings is a truly special dish, usually served in the Czech Republic for Christmas and special occasions or enjoyed as a luxury meal in restaurants....

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September 22, 2021

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Ropa Vieja (Cuban Old Clothes Dish)

The recipe for Ropa Vieja, translated to Old Clothes, has a long history in the Cuban cuisine. It’s considered the national dish of Cuba and recipes vary across the country...

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July 31, 2021

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