Travel is to see the world through one’s own eyes, feel all kinds of things in the world with one’s own heart, and taste the flavor with one’s own taste buds. Because one side of water and soil not only support one side of people, but also breeds a unique food culture.
When you think that there are special delicacies all over the world, and every nation has traditional delicacies, the journey becomes exciting. For those who love life, tasting local food is to engrave time on their taste buds and feel the taste of mountains, rivers, lakes and seas with the tip of their tongue.
This issue shares 30 kinds of traditional cuisines from all over the world, so that you can taste the most authentic “taste” of a country in the food cultures of all over the world.
Khachapuri, Georgia
Cachapuri is a traditional Georgian cuisine. It is usually covered with cheese on fermented dough, with raw eggs in the middle and baked until it is crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Common variants include the boat-shaped Azar cheesecake and Imereti cheesecake, which are popular in Georgia and Russia.
Falafel, Israel
Fried bean balls are a popular street food in Israel, made from hummus made into balls and fried. Often served with pita bread, hummus, tahini and fresh vegetables, it’s a classic vegetarian option in the Middle East.
Goulash, Hungary
Hungarian beef stew is seasoned with red chili powder, and beef, potatoes, carrots and other vegetables are simmered slowly until soft and rotten. It is a classic dish that warms the body and mind in winter.
Moussaka, Greece
Musaka is a traditional Greek dish, which is made of eggplant, potato and tomato meat sauce stacked in layers, and baked with creamy white sauce on the surface. It has a rich and rich taste.
Irish Stew, Ireland
Irish stew is made of mutton as the main ingredient, and potatoes, carrots, onions and other roots and vegetables are stewed slowly. It is a warm and rustic winter home-cooked dish.
Couscus, Algeria
Couscous is a staple food in the Maghreb region. It is often eaten with stewed mutton or vegetables. It can also be used as a dessert with almonds, cinnamon and milk.
Zagorski Štrukli, Croatia
Zagorski cheese roll is wrapped with cream cheese filling in extremely thin dough. After baking, it is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It can be used as a main course, appetizer or dessert.
Nasi Goreng, Indonesia
Indonesian fried rice is seasoned with spices, often added with meat and vegetables, and accompanied by fried eggs, fried onions and other side dishes. It is a representative street food in Southeast Asia.
Rye Bread, Finland
Made with rye flour, yeast and water, Finnish rye bread has a solid texture and is an indispensable staple of the Nordic table.
Ragùalla Bolognese, Italy
Slow-simmered with ground beef, vegetables and tomatoes, Bolognese is traditionally served with fettuccine or lasagna and is a classic of Italian cuisine.
Peking Duck, China
Beijing roast duck is roasted with fruit wood, with crispy skin and tender meat. It is often eaten with pancakes, sweet noodle sauce and shredded onions. It is a representative famous dish in China.
Poutine, Canada
Gravy cheese fries combine French fries, cheese curd and gravy. They are the representative comfort food of Quebec and are known as the national dish of Canada.
Ćevapi, Bosnia
Chevapi is a common small roasted sausage in the Balkans. It is usually eaten with onions, sour cream and bread. It is a representative of street fast food.
Pljeskavica, Serbia
Pleskavica is a grilled patty made from a mix of minced meat, often served with cheese, vegetables and bread, and is a popular main dish in the Balkans.
Chicken Pepián, Guatemala
Stewed chicken with pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds and peppers in a rich sauce is the most representative traditional dish of Guatemala.
Shopska Salad, Bulgaria
The Bulgarian salad is based on tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and peppers, thickly sprinkled with white cheese, brightly colored, refreshing and appetizing.
Draniki, Belarus
Delaniki is a traditional Belarusian hash brown, crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. It is often served with sour cream or applesauce.
Chaat, India
Chat is a common salty snack on the streets of India. It is rich in flavor with shortbread, potatoes and beans paired with chutney and spices.
Pupusas, El Salvador
Pusha is a traditional Salvadoran corn tortilla filled with cheese, mashed beans or meat and served with spicy cabbage.
Cepelinai, Lithuania
Pelinai is a traditional Lithuanian potato dumpling, filled with minced meat or cheese, named after its shape like Zeppelin.
Gallo Pinto, Costa Rica
Galopinto is a traditional breakfast in Costa Rica, which is stir-fried with black beans and rice, often served with eggs, corn tortillas and sour cream.
Pastel de Choclo, Chile
Chilean corn pie is baked with sweet corn puree wrapped in meat stuffing, similar to shepherd’s pie, and it is a home-cooked flavor in South America.
Salteña, Bolivia
Saltena is a Bolivian specialty baked pie, filled with meat with olives and raisins, and the sauce is slightly sweet and spicy.
Ropa Vieja, Cuba
Ropavija is a classic Cuban stew. Beef is torn into thin shreds and simmered with tomato sauce and vegetables, often served with rice and black beans.
Bolón de Verde, Ecuador
Bolon de verde are fried balls made with plantain puree, filled with cheese or sausage, and are a common breakfast or side dish in Ecuador.
Kuli-Kuli, Benin
Kuli Kuli is a traditional West African snack. Peanuts are ground and seasoned and fried into balls or sticks. It is crispy and delicious and easy to carry.
Roast Lamb, Australia
Australian roasted lamb leg is seasoned with rosemary and garlic, roasted until the skin is crispy and the meat is juicy. It is a classic main course for family gatherings.
Bacalao al Pil Pil, Basque
Pilpier cod is a Basque specialty. Cod is cooked with olive oil, garlic and peppers at low temperature to form a rich emulsified sauce.
Kabuli Pulao, Afghanistan
Kabul pilaf, steamed with lamb or beef with carrots, raisins and spices, is a representative festive dish in Afghanistan.
Pepperpot, Guyana
Pepper pot is a traditional Guyanese stew seasoned with cinnamon, cassava juice and peppers. It is often eaten with bread or rice during Christmas.
The world is vast and full of flavors. Traveling is not only about seeing the scenery, but also about tasting life.
