Filipinos love egg rolls and call their version lumpia. These tasty treats come in a variety of forms, from huge to bite-sized, deep-fried or fresh, with all manner of fillings.
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Łosoś Pieczony z Koperkiem
(Polish baked salmon with dill)
Salmon (łosoś, pronounced “woe-sosh”) pairs wonderfully with dill in this quick and easy Polish fish dish.
Lomo Saltado
(Peruvian beef and potato stir fry)
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.
Lokshen Kugel
(Israeli Jewish sweet noodle pudding)
Kugels are sweet or savory puddings that originated with Ashkenazi Jews, those from Eastern Europe.
Locro
(Ecuadoran, Peruvian potato-cheese soup)
Locro is a nourishing potato-cheese soup popular in Ecuador and Peru. A perfect way to warm up a chill winter evening.
Lo Mai Gai
(Chinese rice steamed in lotus leaves)
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
(Ecuadorian potato-cheese patties)
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.
Linzertorte
(Austrian jam tart)
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.
Limoncello
(Italian lemon-flavored liqueur)
This popular after-dinner liqueur from the south of Italy is classically made with lemons from the Isle of Capri.
Liang Mian
(Chinese cold sesame noodles)
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.