50 National Dishes Around the World in 2024: A Tasty Journey
Traveling through food is one of my favorite things. Every country has its own culinary story to tell, and that’s where national dishes come in. These meals carry the heart and history of a nation on a plate, often created with locally sourced ingredients and traditional techniques passed down through generations.
From the rich, creamy pasta dishes of Italy to the spicy curries of India, national dishes around the world reflect the soul of the people and their land. For me, discovering these dishes is like taking a trip without leaving the kitchen. So, I’ve gathered 50 national dishes, each with its own unique flavors and culture to share with you. Let’s dig in and see what the world is serving!
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1. Italy: Spaghetti Carbonara
Ingredients:
- 400g spaghetti
- 200g pancetta
- 2 large eggs
- 100g pecorino cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente.
- Fry pancetta in olive oil until crispy, adding garlic for the last minute.
- Beat eggs with grated pecorino cheese.
- Toss the hot spaghetti with the pancetta and garlic, then mix in the egg and cheese mixture. Stir quickly to avoid scrambling the eggs.
- Serve immediately with extra pecorino and black pepper.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 550 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 60g | Fat: 25g
2. Mexico: Tacos al Pastor
Ingredients:
- 500g pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 1 pineapple, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp adobo sauce
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp oregano
- Corn tortillas
- Cilantro and onion for garnish
Instructions:
- Marinate the pork in adobo sauce, garlic, cumin, and oregano for at least 2 hours.
- Grill the pork and pineapple until caramelized.
- Slice the meat and serve on corn tortillas with grilled pineapple, cilantro, and chopped onion.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 400 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 15g
3. India: Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp turmeric
- 2 cups tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
Instructions:
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, garam masala, and turmeric for at least 1 hour.
- Fry onions and marinated chicken in butter until browned.
- Add tomato puree and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in cream and cook for another 5 minutes. Serve with rice or naan.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 40g
4. Japan: Sushi
Ingredients:
- 300g sushi-grade salmon
- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Nori sheets
- Soy sauce and wasabi for serving
Instructions:
- Cook the sushi rice and season with rice vinegar and sugar.
- Slice the salmon thinly.
- Lay out a sheet of nori, spread rice over it, and top with salmon slices.
- Roll tightly and slice into bite-sized pieces. Serve with soy sauce and wasabi.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 350 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 10g
5. United States: Hamburger
Ingredients:
- 500g ground beef
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- Lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions for topping
- Ketchup and mustard
Instructions:
- Form the beef into 4 patties and grill until cooked to your preference.
- Toast the buns and place the patties on each bun.
- Top with cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions.
- Add ketchup and mustard to taste.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 650 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 45g | Fat: 40g
6. France: Coq au Vin
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 500ml red wine
- 200g mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 100g bacon, diced
- 2 tbsp flour
Instructions:
- Brown the chicken pieces in butter and set aside.
- Fry bacon, mushrooms, garlic, and onion until soft.
- Add flour and cook for 2 minutes, then pour in the wine.
- Add the chicken back to the pot and simmer for 1.5 hours until tender.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 40g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 25g
7. Thailand: Pad Thai
Ingredients:
- 200g rice noodles
- 100g shrimp
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp tamarind paste
- 2 tbsp sugar
- Crushed peanuts and bean sprouts for garnish
Instructions:
- Soak noodles in warm water until soft.
- Stir-fry shrimp, add eggs and cook until scrambled.
- Toss noodles with shrimp, fish sauce, tamarind paste, and sugar.
- Garnish with peanuts and bean sprouts.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 450 | Protein: 20g | Carbs: 60g | Fat: 15g
8. Brazil: Feijoada
Ingredients:
- 500g black beans
- 200g pork ribs
- 200g chorizo
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- Bay leaves
Instructions:
- Cook black beans with garlic and bay leaves until tender.
- In a separate pan, fry pork ribs and chorizo.
- Combine beans and meat, simmer for 30 minutes. Serve with rice.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 550 | Protein: 40g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 20g
9. Germany: Sauerbraten
Ingredients:
- 1kg beef roast
- 500ml vinegar
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp mustard
Instructions:
- Marinate beef in vinegar, onions, and garlic for 48 hours.
- Sear beef and simmer with marinade for 3 hours until tender.
- Serve with boiled potatoes and gravy.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 700 | Protein: 50g | Carbs: 15g | Fat: 40g
10. China: Peking Duck
Ingredients:
- 1 whole duck
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp five-spice powder
- Chinese pancakes
- Hoisin sauce and cucumber for serving
Instructions:
- Rub the duck with soy sauce, honey, and five-spice powder. Let it marinate for 2 hours.
- Roast the duck at 375°F (190°C) for 1.5 to 2 hours until the skin is crispy.
- Slice the duck and serve with pancakes, hoisin sauce, and cucumber slices.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 40g
11. Spain: Paella
Ingredients:
- 300g chicken
- 200g shrimp
- 1 cup rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 tbsp paprika
- Saffron threads
Instructions:
- Sauté chicken, onion, and bell pepper in olive oil until golden.
- Add rice, paprika, and saffron. Stir for 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken stock and simmer for 15 minutes. Add shrimp and cook for 5 more minutes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 15g
12. Greece: Moussaka
Ingredients:
- 2 eggplants, sliced
- 500g ground lamb
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup béchamel sauce
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- Brown ground lamb with onion, cinnamon, and tomato sauce.
- Layer eggplant slices and lamb mixture in a baking dish, then top with béchamel sauce.
- Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 45 minutes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 30g
13. United Kingdom: Fish and Chips
Ingredients:
- 2 large cod fillets
- 1 cup flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 4 large potatoes
- Oil for frying
Instructions:
- Coat the cod fillets in flour, then dip in egg and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry until golden brown.
- Slice potatoes into chips and fry until crispy. Serve with malt vinegar.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 700 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 70g | Fat: 35g
14. Morocco: Tagine
Ingredients:
- 500g lamb, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 tbsp preserved lemon
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 cup couscous for serving
Instructions:
- Brown lamb in olive oil, then add onion, carrots, lemon, and spices.
- Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours until the lamb is tender.
- Serve with couscous.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 45g | Fat: 25g
15. Turkey: Kebab
Ingredients:
- 500g lamb, cubed
- 2 tbsp yogurt
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Skewers
Instructions:
- Marinate lamb in yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, and paprika for 2 hours.
- Thread onto skewers and grill until cooked through.
- Serve with pita bread and a side of yogurt.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 40g | Carbs: 20g | Fat: 25g
16. Russia: Beef Stroganoff
Ingredients:
- 500g beef strips
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 cup beef broth
Instructions:
- Sauté beef and onions until browned.
- Add flour, mustard, and beef broth, simmering until thickened.
- Stir in sour cream and serve over egg noodles.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 30g
17. Peru: Ceviche
Ingredients:
- 300g white fish, diced
- 1 cup lime juice
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 chili pepper, chopped
- Cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Marinate fish in lime juice for 30 minutes until opaque.
- Toss with red onion, chili pepper, and cilantro. Serve cold.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 250 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 5g
18. Argentina: Asado
Ingredients:
- 1kg beef ribs
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- Chimichurri sauce for serving
Instructions:
- Season beef ribs with salt and pepper.
- Grill over low heat for 2 hours, turning occasionally.
- Serve with chimichurri sauce.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 800 | Protein: 60g | Carbs: 5g | Fat: 60g
19. Korea: Bibimbap
Ingredients:
- 200g beef strips
- 1 cup rice
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 fried egg
- Gochujang sauce
Instructions:
- Cook rice and stir-fry beef, carrots, and cucumber.
- Place the fried egg on top of the rice, along with the beef and vegetables.
- Drizzle with gochujang sauce.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 60g | Fat: 15g
20. Egypt: Koshari
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rice
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 cup pasta
- 1 onion, fried
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions:
- Cook rice, lentils, and pasta separately.
- Layer them in a bowl, then top with fried onions and tomato sauce.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 450 | Protein: 15g | Carbs: 80g | Fat: 10g
21. Vietnam: Pho
Ingredients:
- 200g rice noodles
- 500g beef bones
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 star anise
- 1 onion, charred
- 200g beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- Bean sprouts, lime, and herbs for garnish
Instructions:
- Simmer beef bones, cinnamon, star anise, and charred onion for 4 hours to make broth.
- Cook rice noodles in boiling water until tender.
- Pour the hot broth over the noodles and beef slices.
- Garnish with bean sprouts, lime, and fresh herbs.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 350 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 10g
22. Ethiopia: Doro Wat
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp berbere spice
- 4 boiled eggs
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp clarified butter
Instructions:
- Sauté onions in clarified butter until golden, then add berbere spice.
- Add chicken and broth, simmering for 45 minutes until tender.
- Add boiled eggs and serve with injera bread.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 450 | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 15g | Fat: 25g
23. Sweden: Meatballs (Köttbullar)
Ingredients:
- 500g ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup cream
- Lingonberry sauce for serving
Instructions:
- Mix beef, egg, onion, and breadcrumbs, then form into small meatballs.
- Fry the meatballs until browned, then simmer in cream for 10 minutes.
- Serve with lingonberry sauce and mashed potatoes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 35g
24. Poland: Pierogi
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup water
- 200g mashed potatoes
- 100g cheese
- 1 onion, fried
Instructions:
- Make dough by mixing flour, egg, and water. Roll out and cut into circles.
- Fill each circle with mashed potatoes and cheese.
- Boil the pierogi until they float, then serve with fried onions.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 400 | Protein: 10g | Carbs: 60g | Fat: 10g
25. Malaysia: Nasi Lemak
Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut rice
- 2 boiled eggs
- 100g fried anchovies
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- Sambal sauce
Instructions:
- Cook rice with coconut milk.
- Serve rice with boiled eggs, fried anchovies, cucumber slices, and sambal sauce.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 15g | Carbs: 70g | Fat: 20g
26. Portugal: Bacalhau à Brás
Ingredients:
- 300g salted cod, soaked
- 2 onions, chopped
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup fried potato sticks
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
Instructions:
- Sauté onions in olive oil, then add shredded cod and potato sticks.
- Stir in beaten eggs and parsley, cooking until set.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 550 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 25g
27. Cuba: Ropa Vieja
Ingredients:
- 500g flank steak
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp paprika
Instructions:
- Simmer flank steak in water for 2 hours, then shred.
- Sauté onions and peppers with cumin and paprika.
- Add tomato sauce and shredded steak, simmer for 30 minutes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 450 | Protein: 40g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 25g
28. Lebanon: Kibbeh
Ingredients:
- 300g ground lamb
- 1 cup bulgur wheat
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tsp allspice
- 2 tbsp pine nuts
Instructions:
- Soak bulgur wheat in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
- Mix bulgur with lamb, onion, and allspice. Form into patties and stuff with pine nuts.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 350 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 10g
29. South Africa: Bobotie
Ingredients:
- 500g ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
Instructions:
- Sauté onions and ground beef with curry powder until browned.
- Stir in raisins, then transfer to a baking dish.
- Beat eggs with milk, pour over the beef, and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 40 minutes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 30g | Fat: 25g
30. Australia: Meat Pie
Ingredients:
- 300g ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup beef stock
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 sheet puff pastry
Instructions:
- Sauté onions and beef until browned, then stir in flour and beef stock.
- Cook until thickened, then transfer to a pie dish and top with puff pastry.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 45g | Fat: 35g
31. Iran: Fesenjan
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup pomegranate molasses
- 1/2 cup ground walnuts
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- Sauté onions and chicken until browned.
- Add pomegranate molasses, walnuts, and cinnamon.
- Simmer for 45 minutes and serve over rice.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 550 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 25g
32. Finland: Karjalanpaisti
Ingredients:
- 300g beef
- 300g pork
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions:
- Brown beef and pork in a large pot.
- Add onions, carrots, and bay leaf, then cover with water.
- Simmer for 2 hours until tender.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 450 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 15g | Fat: 30g
33. Philippines: Adobo
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions:
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic for 30 minutes.
- Simmer chicken with marinade and bay leaf for 1 hour. Serve with rice.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 400 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 20g
34. Indonesia: Nasi Goreng
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp shrimp paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Chili sauce for garnish
Instructions:
- Stir-fry garlic and shrimp paste in a pan, then add rice.
- Add soy sauce and beaten egg, stirring until combined.
- Serve with chili sauce.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 350 | Protein: 10g | Carbs: 60g | Fat: 10g
35. Hungary: Goulash
Ingredients:
- 500g beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions:
- Brown beef and onions in a large pot.
- Add paprika, potatoes, and beef broth, simmering for 1.5 hours until tender.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 30g | Fat:
20g
36. Jamaica: Jerk Chicken
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp jerk seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions:
- Marinate chicken in jerk seasoning, garlic, allspice, and lime juice for 2 hours.
- Grill chicken until cooked through. Serve with rice and peas.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 450 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 10g | Fat: 30g
37. Nigeria: Jollof Rice
Ingredients:
- 2 cups rice
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions:
- Sauté onions and tomatoes, then add bell pepper and rice.
- Stir in chicken broth and simmer for 20 minutes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 400 | Protein: 10g | Carbs: 80g | Fat: 5g
38. Belgium: Moules-Frites
Ingredients:
- 1kg mussels
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup white wine
- 4 large potatoes
Instructions:
- Steam mussels with garlic and white wine until open.
- Slice potatoes into fries and fry until crispy. Serve together.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 80g | Fat: 20g
39. Serbia: Ćevapi
Ingredients:
- 500g ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 onion, chopped
Instructions:
- Mix beef with garlic, paprika, cumin, and onion. Form into small sausages.
- Grill until cooked through and serve with pita bread.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 450 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 20g | Fat: 25g
40. Norway: Gravlax
Ingredients:
- 500g salmon
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp dill
Instructions:
- Rub salmon with salt, sugar, and dill.
- Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 24 hours.
- Slice thinly and serve on rye bread.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 300 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 15g | Fat: 15g
41. Sri Lanka: Kottu Roti
Ingredients:
- 2 roti, chopped
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 100g chicken, shredded
- 1 onion, chopped
Instructions:
- Stir-fry onion, chicken, and carrots, then add roti and eggs.
- Cook until combined and serve hot.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 60g | Fat: 20g
42. Nepal: Dal Bhat
Ingredients:
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp turmeric
Instructions:
- Cook lentils with garlic and turmeric.
- Serve lentils over rice with pickles and vegetables.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 400 | Protein: 15g | Carbs: 70g | Fat: 5g
43. Denmark: Smørrebrød
Ingredients:
- 1 slice rye bread
- 100g pickled herring
- 1 boiled egg, sliced
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
Instructions:
- Spread mayonnaise on rye bread.
- Top with pickled herring and boiled egg slices.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 300 | Protein: 20g | Carbs: 30g | Fat: 10g
44. Iraq: Masgouf
Ingredients:
- 1 whole carp
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
Instructions:
- Rub the fish with lemon juice, olive oil, and cumin.
- Grill over a low flame for 2 hours until crispy.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 500 | Protein: 40g | Carbs: 5g | Fat: 30g
45. Pakistan: Biryani
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken
- 2 cups rice
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp biryani spice mix
- 1 cup yogurt
Instructions:
- Marinate chicken in yogurt and biryani spice mix for 1 hour.
- Cook rice, then layer with chicken and fried onions in a pot.
- Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 600 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 80g | Fat: 20g
46. New Zealand: Hāngi
Ingredients:
- 500g lamb
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 cabbage
Instructions:
- Wrap lamb, sweet potatoes, carrots, and cabbage in foil.
- Place in a pit oven and cook for 4 hours.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 550 | Protein: 35g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 20g
47. Singapore: Hainanese Chicken Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 piece ginger, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions:
- Boil the chicken with ginger and garlic until tender.
- Cook rice in chicken broth and serve with sliced chicken and dipping sauces.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 400 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 10g
48. Ukraine: Borscht
Ingredients:
- 1 beet, grated
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions:
- Simmer beet, potatoes, carrot, and onion in beef broth for 30 minutes.
- Serve with sour cream and fresh dill.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 200 | Protein: 10g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 5g
49. Iceland: Plokkfiskur
Ingredients:
- 300g cod
- 2 potatoes, boiled
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions:
- Sauté onions in butter, then add flaked cod and boiled potatoes.
- Stir in milk and cook until thickened.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 350 | Protein: 25g | Carbs: 40g | Fat: 10g
50. Venezuela: Arepas
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cornmeal
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp butter
- 100g cheese
Instructions:
- Mix cornmeal, water, and butter into a dough.
- Shape into patties and fry until golden.
- Slice open and fill with cheese.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 400 | Protein: 10g | Carbs: 50g | Fat: 15g
This concludes our culinary journey through 50 national dishes. Each one is a small taste of its home country, connecting us to its people and traditions. What will you try first?
