International recipes and cuisine from around the world
People are often surprised to learn that Peruvian cuisine has a strong Chinese influence. A large Chinese immigrant community in Lima has given rise to a unique fusion of Incan, European and Asian cuisine called chifa cooking. Lomo saltado, a stir fry of beef and French fries over rice, is the ultimate example.
Kugels are sweet or savory puddings that originated with Ashkenazi Jews, those from Eastern Europe.
Locro is a nourishing potato-cheese soup popular in Ecuador and Peru. A perfect way to warm up a chill winter evening.
These steamed rice packets wrapped in lotus leaves are a traditional item at dim sum restaurants. Each packet typically comes with a filling of chicken, sausages and mushrooms.
Llapingachos (yah-peen-GAH-chos) are a popular side dish in the highlands of Ecuador. They are often served with fried eggs and a simple salad of lettuce, tomato and avocado.
This deliciously simple torte has a crumbly crust made with hazelnuts or almonds, a simple filling of currant or raspberry jam and a distinctive lattice top.
This popular after-dinner liqueur from the south of Italy is classically made with lemons from the Isle of Capri.
Simple, bold and refreshing, a cool bowl of Chinese sesame noodles (麻醬麵, or liang mian) are the perfect foil for a hot, muggy day.
Lham lahlou, Arabic for “sweet meat,” is a very popular dish in Algeria, especially during the month of Ramadan.
Freshly made lemonade is a summertime favorite in the United States, where ramshackle stands selling glasses of the sweet-tart beverage are a favorite way for children to earn a little spending money.
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