Lachcha Paratha is a popular Indian flatbread known for its crispy, flaky layers. Traditionally made with a mix of whole wheat flour and oil, this delicious paratha pairs perfectly with curries, yogurt, or even on its own with some butter.
Draniki is a type of pancake that is made from potatoes. This nourishing breakfast dish has been prepared in Belarus since the 19th century when potatoes were the main agricultural crop.
Palusami is a dish that is common in the Pacific Islands. It is considered the national dish of Kiribati. The two main ingredients of Palusami are coconut milk and taro leaves as coconuts and taro are plentiful in the populated parts of the islands.
Slovakia’s national dish is called Bryndzove Halusky. Bryndza is a type of soft cheese made from sheep’s milk. It is paired with bacon and potato dumplings called Halušky. Since most of Slovakia’s early inhabitants were farmers, they developed this dish from farmed potatoes and homemade cheeses.
Poutine is essentially potato French fries topped with cheddar cheese curds and smothered in thick brown gravy. The dish originated in Warwick, Quebec by a restaurateur named Fernand Lachance. It is popular all over Canada and as such, it is considered the country’s national dish.
Pot au Feu is a savory beef stew that originated in France and graced the tables of both the poor and rich alike. Traditionally, the dish is prepared with vegetables, spices, and meat in a large iron pot. It is served with bread.
Fijian Kokoda is a raw fish ceviche that is served in a half coconut shell or giant clam shell in the tropical islands of Fiji. It is usually made with fresh white fish such as mahi-mahi or snapper, both of which are found in the seas surrounding the islands.
A Karelian Pasty is an open pastry shell filled with rice porridge. It is also called karjalanpiirakka and Karelian Pie. The dish originated in Karelia, a historical territory that lay between Finland and Russia.
