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Kibbeh bil Saniyeh

Kibbeh bil Saniyeh is a classic Lebanese baked tray of finely ground lamb and bulgur layered or mixed into a cohesive cake, perfumed with cinnamon, allspice, and dried mint. Toasted pine nuts add richness and crunch, while olive oil and ghee create a crisp, bronzed top with a tender interior.

🇸🇾 Syria$$$

Dal Bhat

A wholesome Nepali staple of steamed rice paired with a fragrant lentil dal tempered with cumin, mustard, and aromatics, finished with spinach, cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon. Comforting, nourishing, and deeply satisfying.

🇳🇵 Nepal$

Resi

Resi is a Kashmiri-style lamb in a silky yogurt gravy scented with fennel, cardamom, cinnamon, and warming spices. Rich yet balanced, it’s finished with ghee and fresh cilantro for a fragrant, comforting main course.

🇨🇾 Cyprus$$$

Nica Ajo Alchontana

Nica Ajo Alchontana is a flavorful Nicaraguan dish that combines tender chicken with a robust garlic sauce and colorful vegetables, served over fluffy rice with a side of fresh avocado.

🇳🇮 Nicaragua$$

Kotlety Kiev

Kotlety Kiev, also known as Chicken Kiev, is a classic dish featuring boneless chicken breasts filled with herbed garlic butter, breaded, and then pan-fried to golden perfection.

🇺🇦 Ukraine$$

Samoan Roast Magic

The Samoan Roast Magic is a delightful tropical dish combining succulent roast pork shoulder with zesty tropical flavors, stewed alongside sweet potatoes and bell peppers.

🇼🇸 Samoa$$

Finnbiff

Finnbiff is a traditional Norwegian dish featuring tender reindeer meat cooked in a creamy sauce with mushrooms and seasoned with unique ingredients like juniper berries and brown cheese.

🇳🇴 Norway$$

Green Apple Tourtière

Green Apple Tourtière is a savory French-Canadian meat pie incorporating the tartness of green apples with seasoned pork and beef, all enclosed in a flaky pastry.

🇨🇦 Canada$$

Laban Majmoua

Laban Majmoua is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that combines savory rice with a mixture of ground beef and lamb, served with a refreshing yogurt sauce infused with garlic and mint. It's topped with pine nuts for a delightful crunch.

🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia$$

Baked Pandanus Patty

A delicious fusion dish featuring juicy chicken patties infused with aromatic pandanus and a hint of ginger, baked to a golden perfection.

🇳🇷 Nauru$$

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