We invite you to travel to a dozen countries without leaving your home - without visas, planes, suitcases and signs in foreign subways. In order to hit the road, it is enough to charter a comfortable sunny kitchen with a full set of provisions - and then follow the instructions that you will find in the continuation of this article. Recipes are waiting for you national sweets from different countries world - pastries and confectionery, which are proud of in Sweden, Australia, China, Serbia and other countries. Bright colors, flavor combinations, which you could not even imagine: why not, because you can know the world and taste it!
15 national confectionery
1. Prinsesstårta (Sweden)
The Swedish princess cake was created in the 1930s by Annie Åkerstrom. She was a teacher to the daughters of Prince Karl of Sweden, Duke of Västergötland. The original name of the cake was"Grön tarta" (green cake), but the princesses liked it so much that Annie's cookbook published the recipe as "Prinsesstårta".
The base of the cake is a biscuit, followed by layers of raspberry jam, buttercream and whipped cream. In order to keep this tasty treat, it is covered with green marzipan on top (hence the name "Grön tårta"). Today, this cake is not only green, in which case it is sometimes called "Prinstårta" (Prince cake).
2. Frog cake (Australia)
The Frog cake was invented in 1922 by the Balfours bakery. It consists of a biscuit, butter cream, topped with fondant. Initially, it was only green, but later the bakery expanded the color range to pink and brown. Today, the "Frog" can be found in other "seasonal" colors.
3. Šakotis / Sękacz (Lithuania / Poland)
"Shakotis" appeared during the time of the Commonwealth. Wooden spit being watered egg dough, which begins to drain, forming "twigs". When they are slightly baked, the skewer is again poured with dough.
4. Baumkuchen (Germany)
Baumkuchen is a smooth version of Shakotis, in which the skewer is not poured with dough, but dipped in it. In cross section, the cake resembles a saw cut of a tree. Baumkuchen is calling card city of Salzwedel.
5. Battenberg cake (UK)
History is silent about the origin of this cake. The basis of "Battenberg" are two biscuit cake, traditionally yellow and pink, which are cut into rectangular parallelepipeds and stacked in a checkerboard pattern. Apricot jam is usually used to hold the cakes together. The top of the cake is covered with marzipan.
But this version of Battenberg, in my opinion, is a masterpiece:
6. 月 饼 / 月餅 / Mooncake (China)
This cake blew my mind! It seems to me that I can endlessly consider various options execution.
Mooncake (Yuebing) is a traditional gingerbread eaten at the Mid-Autumn Festival (Zhongqiujie). On the gingerbread, the hieroglyph "longevity" or "harmony" is usually depicted.
The filling of yuebing can be different, depending on the region: paste from lotus seeds, nuts, sweet paste from beans, etc.
The modern Mooncake sometimes deviates slightly from tradition, such as being made of jelly or covered in icing.
7. Red velvet cake (USA)
Foundation Red velvet cake is a dark or bright red biscuit, which is obtained by adding food coloring or beets. Topped with cream cheese and cream icing.
Today, the cake is quite often baked in the shape of a heart. For me, Red velvet cake is associated with Dexter.
8. Ruske kape (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia)
The name of this cake is translated as "Russian hat", because. shaped like an earflap. Inside, it consists of alternating chocolate and vanilla layers of bikwit and cream. Topped with chocolate and sprinkled with coconut flakes.
9. Carac (Switzerland)
Carac is a crispy pie that varies in diameter from 8 to 25 cm. The filling is chocolate topped with bright green icing.
10. Kransekage / Kransekage (Denmark / Norway)
This cone-shaped cake is made up of test rings, hollow inside.
Overflødighedshorn - variant of Kransekake, considered traditional wedding cake. Overflødighedshorn translates as "cornucopia".
The cake is filled with chocolate, sweets, and other small pastries.
11. Bolu pandan (Indonesia)
The sap from the leaves of the Pandan tree is used to make this cake, thanks to which Bolu pandan acquires green color. Green dye is also sometimes used to enhance the color. As a filling and decoration, various options can be used: chocolate, butter cream, coconut flakes etc.
12. King cake (USA)
The royal pie is prepared during the Christmas festival of Epiphany. In the Louisiana variant, the pie is covered sugar icing in the traditional colors of the Mardi Gras carnival (an analogue of our Maslenitsa - the farewell of Winter and the meeting of Spring): purple - justice, green - faith, gold - power. These colors were adopted in 1892.
13. 发糕 / 發粿 / Fa gao (China)
Typically, Fa gao ("prosperity cake") is made from rice flour and steamed (rather than baked) until the top breaks into 4 pieces.
14. Croquembouche (France)
This dessert consists of profiteroles, which are smeared with caramel and folded into a cone. Croquembouche was invented in the early 19th century.
15. Fairy bread (Australia)
This unusual "dish" can not be called a cake or a cake. This is a sweet sandwich. White bread cut into triangles, smeared with oil, and tightly covered on top confectionery topping. Fairy bread- favorite treat children.
Photos, as usual, found on the Internet.
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— Cornish pasture, UK —
The dish is typical of the southwestern regions of England, but it is common throughout the country. Cornish pasta is an oval-shaped pie with a filling that can be various types of meat or vegetables.
— Peking Duck, China —
calling card Chinese food is a duck. It is rubbed with honey and baked in the oven. Peking duck is served with sauces and tortillas.
— Tandoori chicken, India —
the birthplace of this spicy dish from the bird is considered the Indian state of Punjab. From there, tandoori chicken spread throughout India. Before cooking, the chicken is marinated in yogurt with various spices, and then baked in a special tandoori oven.
— Sushi, Japan —
Japanese cuisine is unimaginable without sushi. This dish consists of rice and fillings of meat, vegetables or fish.
— Falafel, Israel —
Although the history of this dish began in Egypt, it was in Israel that it became the culinary symbol of the country. This is due to the incredible popularity of the dish among local residents. Falafel is balls of chickpeas or beans with the addition of herbs and spices. They are fried in oil until golden brown and served with sauce and flatbread.
— Haggis, Scotland —
The national dish of Scotland was invented by the poor during the time of the poet Robert Burns, who decided to use sheep offal to good use. The heart, liver and lungs of the animal are mixed with onions, bacon, spices, they stuff the mutton stomach with them and boil it. Haggis is served with mashed turnips and potatoes.
— Paella, Spain —
The main ingredients of the national Spanish dish are rice, saffron and olive oil. In regional variations, seafood, chicken or vegetables are added to them. The dish is a symbol of Valencia.
— Kimchi, Korea —
Main place in Korean cuisine takes kimchi - pickled vegetables With hot spices. The main component of the dish is Chinese cabbage. Add to it hot peppers, onions, ginger and garlic and other vegetables to taste or cruciferous plants.
— Moules frites, Belgium —
Fish and seafood are considered one of the key ingredients in Belgian cuisine. It is with the use of seafood that the popular national dish moules frites is prepared. It consists of two components: fresh mussels and second National treasure countries - french fries.
— Pad Thai, Thailand —
Pad Thai is the symbol of Thai cuisine. For the most delicious variations of it, you should go to street food vendors. The dish includes rice noodles, tamarind sauce, shrimp, roasted peanuts and a number of other additional ingredients. Pad thai is prepared in a wok using a quick frying method.
— Currywurst, Germany —
Germany is famous all over the world for all kinds of sausages and sausages. But the inhabitants of the country most of all liked the sausage with ketchup sauce or tomato paste and curry powder. It is she who is considered one of the culinary symbols here.
— Empanada, Chile —
Pie with various fillings popular throughout Latin America. In Chile, this dish is considered national. classic patty stuffed with finely chopped beef with onions and olives.
— Bunny chow, South Africa —
One of the culinary symbols of South Africa is cooked in half a rectangular loaf of bread. The crumb is taken out of it and filled with bean curry, meat or vegetables.
— Wiener schnitzel, Austria —
This dish is one of the most famous outside of Austria. Schnitzel is made from veal that is dipped in flour, eggs and breadcrumbs. The meat is fried in a large amount of oil and served with green or potato salad, or boiled potatoes.
— Mole Poblano, Mexico —
The main culinary asset of Mexico is a spicy thick sauce with cocoa. In him locals stew turkey or chicken.
— Pastilla, Morocco —
One of the most iconic dishes Moroccan cuisine is a pie. It is prepared from puff pastry and stuffed with the meat of young pigeons or chicken, fish and offal.
— Pelmeni, Russia —
One of the first associations that arise at the mention of Russian cuisine is, of course, dumplings. A dish of unleavened dough stuffed with minced meat not a single foreigner would refuse to try, dreaming of one day reaching the vast Russia.
— Chili crab, Singapore —
The author of the dish is an unknown street vendor, who in 1956 tried to fry crab in chili sauce. The experiment turned out to be more than successful: now fried in a mixture of onions, garlic, ginger and chili, and then stewed in tomato sauce crab is the hallmark of Singapore.
— Haukarl, Iceland —
Iceland is perhaps the only place on the planet where you can try the jerky of the Greenland polar shark or just the giant shark. The dish, which has its roots in the days of the Vikings, is a national treasure here.
— Koshari, Egypt —
The National dish Egyptian cuisine is a mixture of rice, pasta and lentils seasoned with tomato-vinegar sauce. The dish can be found both in eateries and in restaurants that specialize only in cooking koshari.
— Mazguf, Iraq —
In a special way, fried fish is a culinary symbol of Iraq. The fish is cut along the ridge, unfolded like a book and fried, impaled on stakes, over an open fire.
— Meat Pie, Australia, New Zealand —
A pie stuffed with chopped meat or minced meat with the addition of onions, mushrooms and cheese is considered the national dish of two countries at once: Australia and New Zealand. According to statistics, the average Australian eats 12 of these meat pies a year.
— Dener kebab, Turkey —
This dish has many names, but many people know it as shawarma. To prepare a national Turkish dish, pita bread and filling are used, which can consist of lamb, chicken, beef, as well as all kinds of spices and fresh vegetables.
— Ceviche, Peru —
The dish is common in many Latin American countries, and its recipe may vary from country to country. But Peru is considered to be the birthplace of ceviche. Here, finely chopped raw fish different varieties, marinated in lime juice, served with sweet potato, toasted corn or cassava.
— Pho, Vietnam —
Pho noodle soup is one of the symbols vietnamese cuisine. Soup noodles are usually made from rice flour, and either beef, chicken, or fried fish is added to the soup before serving.
— Stegt Flask, Denmark —
Fried pork with potatoes and parsley sauce in 2014 was recognized as the national dish of Denmark. Stegt flask is one of the most popular Danish dishes.
- Feijoada, Brazil -
According to one version, the dish was invented more than 300 years ago by slaves who were brought from Africa to Brazil. Subsequently, it became a local culinary symbol. Preparing a dish of beans meat products and cassava flour.
— Nyama on Irio, Kenya —
A traditional Kenyan dish is a steak (nyama), served with a side dish of iriyo, consisting of mashed potatoes, peas, butter and corn.
— Forikol, Norway —
Business card Norwegian cuisine, forikol, is made from lamb, flour and cabbage, which are stewed for several hours. Served with boiled potatoes.
Almost every country has its own national dish - the legendary food, which is the most widely consumed dish within its borders. National dishes are part of the country's identity and culture, as well as a popular topic for foreign visitors. When you travel, you always want to taste the most famous culinary dish visited country. As a little inspiration, we have compiled a list of twenty-five outstanding national dishes that you will definitely want to try.
25 Barbados: Cou-cou & Flying Fish
Barbados has many types of popular fish such as king mackerel, tuna, barracuda or campecheese snapper, however Barbados is known as "the land of flying fish" and this fish has even made its way into the national dish of Barbados called "Ku-ku and flying fish". Ku-ku consists mainly of corn porridge(from cornmeal) and okra (okra), and flying fish are usually fried or steamed.
24. Canada: poutine
Poutine, which appeared in Quebec in the late 1950s, is a favorite dish in Canada. It is made with french fries topped with brown sauce, similar to gravy, and melted cheese. Even though the basic recipe is very simple, there are many variations of poutine. Some restaurants offer poutine with fillings such as chicken, bacon, Montreal-style smoked meat, three-pepper sauce, or even caviar and truffles.
23. Syria: kibbeh (Kibbeh)
This typical Syrian dish, also popular in Lebanon, Palestine and Jordan, is made with burghul (ground wheat), chopped onion and finely minced lean beef, lamb, goat or camel meat. The most famous variety of kibbeh is torpedo-shaped fried meatballs stuffed with minced beef or lamb. Other types may be formed into balls or patties. They are also baked or cooked in broth.
22. Poland: Bigos
Bigos (which means hunter's stew) is meat stew traditional for Polish, Lithuanian and Belarusian cuisine, but only the Poles consider this dish their national dish. This is a very hearty and tasty stew made with a wide range of ingredients such as cabbage, sauerkraut, various types of meat and sausages, tomatoes, honey, mushrooms, peppers, caraway seeds, bay leaves, marjoram, dried or smoked plums and others. Bigos may be served on a plate or sometimes in a loaf of bread.
21. Greece: Souvlaki
Greece is a country that is home to several famous dishes such as Fasolada, Moussaka or Tzatziki, but souvlaki is usually considered the country's most iconic dish. It's popular Greek dish fast food consists of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables fried on a skewer. As a rule, the dish is prepared with pork, although chicken and lamb can also be used. The dish can be served on a spit for food on the go with your hands and in pita bread with garnishes and sauces or with fried potatoes.
20. Italy: pizza
Since pizza is well known all over the world, there is no need to introduce this popular dish. Instead, we will tell you about the possible origin of the archetypal type of pizza - pizza Margherita (Pizza Margherita). Legend has it that the Margherita pizza was invented in 1889 when the Royal Palace of Capodimonte commissioned Neapolitan pizza maker Raffaele Esposito to create a pizza to celebrate the visit of Queen Margherita. From three different pizzas he created, she chose a pie in the colors of the Italian flag: red (tomato), green (basil), and white (mozzarella). Presumably this type of pizza was then named in her honor - "Pizza Margherita".
19 Ireland: Irish Stew
First introduced back in 1800, Irish stew is the most common dish in the country and a staple in Irish pubs around the world. Irish stew, which was originally a thick broth of slow-cooked lamb with onions, potatoes and parsley, now often includes other vegetables.
18. USA: hamburger
Hamburgers, by analogy with pizza or pasta, are known and loved all over the world, but the country most often associated with them is the United States. Everyone knows what a hamburger usually consists of, but not many people know that the term "hamburger" originally comes from Hamburg, the German city from which many people emigrated to the United States. This term, however, has nothing to do with the dish, because in German "Burg" means a fortified settlement.
17. Hungary: goulash
Goulash became the national dish of Hungary in the late 1800s, when Hungarians were looking for symbols of national identity to distinguish themselves from their partners in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. In the future, this hearty dish spread to Central Europe, Scandinavia and Southern Europe. It is a soup or stew of beef (sometimes also veal, pork, venison or lamb) and vegetables, richly seasoned with pepper and other spices.
16 Israel: Falafel
A common dish not only in Israel but throughout the Middle East, falafel is deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas, beans, or both. The dish is usually served in pita bread or wrapped in a flatbread known as matzah. Falafel became so popular that McDonald's served "McFalafel" for a period of time in some countries.
15. Jamaica: Ackee & Saltfish
Despite the fact that this savory dish originated and is most popular in Jamaica, it is also widely used in the UK, Canada and the USA. To prepare this dish salted cod sautéed with boiled ackee (a nutritious fruit with a buttery nutty flavor), onion, tomato and spices. The dish is usually served for breakfast or dinner with fruit. breadfruit, bread from dense dough, dumplings or boiled green bananas. It is often washed down with coconut milk.
14. Austria: Wiener Schnitzel(Wiener Schnitzel)
The Wiener Schnitzel is a very thin breaded and deep fried veal schnitzel. This is the most popular and famous Viennese and Austrian dish. It is made from lightly boiled salted veal rolled in flour, beaten eggs and breadcrumbs. The dish is traditionally served with potato salad, cucumber salad, parsley potatoes, french fries or fried potatoes and garnished with a slice of lemon.
13. South Korea: bulgogi
Bulgogi, which means “fire meat,” is a typical South Korean dish that typically consists of grilled marinated beef. The marinade is a mixture soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, onion, ginger, sugar, wine, green onions and sometimes mushrooms. Many South Korean restaurants have a mini-barbecue on every table, giving diners the opportunity to grill the meat themselves.
12. France: thin pancakes (Crepe)
Thin pancakes, whose French name "Crêpe" comes from the Latin word "crispa" (meaning "rolled up"), are usually made from wheat flour. Thin pancakes are served with a range of toppings. They can be both sweet (with sugar, fruit jam, strawberries, maple syrup and so on), and “salty” (with cheese, ham, eggs, ratatouille, mushrooms, artichokes and various meat products).
11. China: Peking duck(Peking Duck)
Peking duck is the most famous dish from the capital of China and one of the most iconic Chinese food. Crispy duck meat is eaten with green onions, cucumber, sauce from sweet beans and thin pancakes. Sometimes, a small bowl of spicy sauce, such as Hoisin sauce, is added to the main platter.
10 Brazil: Feijoada
The main ingredients of this hearty and very tasty dish are beans with fresh pork or beef. Brazilian feijoada is made from black beans, a variety of pork or beef products such as pork trimmings, bacon or smoked pork ribs and at least two types smoked sausage and smoked beef. It is common to serve this dish with white rice and oranges. Oranges are served to aid digestion.
9. Ukraine: borscht
This dish originated in Ukraine, but became popular in many countries of Eastern and Central Europe. Borscht is thick and spicy soup, in which beets are the main ingredient. It is almost always prepared with pork or beef broth and usually contains pieces of meat from which the broth was prepared. Borscht also includes hearty, starchy vegetables like potatoes. Carrots are also added to borscht Bell pepper. It can be served as a main course, but is usually eaten as an appetizer, with bread.
8Thailand: Pad Thai
thai noodles is a dish from rice noodles cooked using the stir-fry method. It is often sold as street food, but is also served as a main course in Thai restaurants. This hearty dish is made from soaked and then dried rice noodles that are fried with eggs and chopped firm tofu. The dish is seasoned with a wide range of ingredients such as tamarind pulp, fish sauce, dried shrimp, garlic, shallots, chili, etc. Thai noodles can be served with lime wedges and crushed roasted peanuts. Depending on the region, it may also contain fresh shrimp, crab, chicken, or other meats.
7 Czech Republic: Svickova
There is an ongoing debate in the Czech Republic over whether roast pork with dumplings and cabbage (Vepřo-knedlo-zelo) or svičková is the Czech national dish. We chose the second option. Svichkova is beef tenderloin with creamy vegetable sauce and dumplings. This is a tasty but not very dietary dish, sometimes served with lemon slices and cranberries as a garnish.
6. Venezuela: arepa (Arepa)
Arepa, made from crushed corn dough or fried flour, is considered the national dish of Venezuela and sometimes Colombia as well. AT different parts countries use different sizes and types of corn and added ingredients. In Eastern Venezuela, for example, the most common species is typically 8 to 20 centimeters in diameter and approximately 2 centimeters thick. Nowadays, this dish is often cooked in electric arepa machines, which reduce the cooking time from 15 to 25 minutes per side to seven minutes or even less.
5 Turkey: Kebab
Kebab originated in Turkey, where street vendors sold meat cut from vertically mounted skewers. Kebab has become one of the most popular fast food in most European countries. Traditional meat kebab is lamb, however, depending on local preferences or religious taboos, kebabs may also use other types of meat, including beef, goat, chicken, pork, or even fish. Meat is usually served in flatbread or pita bread.
4 Singapore: Chili Crab
The main ingredient in this delicious seafood dish is large edible crabs that are fried in a sweet and hearty tomato and chili sauce. CNN Go listed this Singaporean dish as one of the 50 Most Delicious Foods in the World. It is number 35.
3. Serbia: splash (Pljeskavica)
This is a Balkan dish made from various kinds minced meat, popular throughout southeastern Europe. A traditional Serbian plashkavica is made from a mixture of minced lamb, pork, beef or veal that is grilled with onions and served hot on a plate with vegetables and a side dish, usually French fries or bread. This delicious and spicy dish has recently become popular in other European countries and already served in some specialty restaurants fast food.
2 New Zealand: Bacon and Egg Pie
This savory crusty pie contains bacon, egg, and often onions, peas, tomato, and cheese. It is sometimes served with ketchup. The cake tends to have a denser texture and feel, and is generally high in calories. In addition to New Zealand, this snack is also popular in neighboring Australia.
1 Belgium: Mussels with French Fries (Moules-Frites)
This dish first appeared in Belgium and is considered the country's national dish, however, it is also popular in France and other Western European countries. However, the most surprising thing about this traditional Belgian dish is its size. A portion of mussels in Belgian restaurants is, as a rule, one and a half kilograms per person. As a dish, mussels and french fries are served in separate plates or containers so that the fries do not become wet.
National cuisine is one of those things that people do. In general, getting to know the local cuisine is quite interesting, and sometimes even dangerous. Our review will allow you to learn more about the most exotic dishes without having to try them.
1. Salmi candy, Finland
Finland produces a wide variety of sweets, but salmiac sweets are something that every tourist who comes there should try. Unusual lozenges are made from ammonia and hydrochloric acid. Traditional Finnish salmiakki are produced in the form of a rhombus or a rich black diamond.
2. Hachinoko, Japan
In Japan, bee larvae are very popular and gourmet dish. They are boiled with sugar and soy sauce, canned, fried on skewers like shish kebabs, and sushi is made with them. Also worth mentioning is rice biscuits with crunchy earthen wasps.
3. Natto, Japan
Natto are fermented soybeans that have a specific smell and taste, as well as a sticky, viscous texture.
4. Oil Bombs for the Brave Heart, USA
A strange dessert is butter in a dough with honey and cinnamon, deep-fried.
5. Jelly salad, USA
Normal fruit jelly With unusual stuffing from carrots, peppers, eggs, cheese, lemon tuna, olives and any other ingredients to your taste.
6. Salad with Snickers, USA
A simple, sweet and very "healthy" salad of finely chopped Snickers and fruit generously dressed with whipped cream.
7. Kholodets, Russia
Yes, yes, foreigners are wary of the jelly, beloved by all Russians and their closest neighbors.
8 Surströmming, Sweden
The peeled herring is salted, placed in an open dish and left for fermentation, and after a while it is sorted into cans and put on the shelves. Knowledgeable people recommend opening a jar with such a herring exclusively on fresh air as the aroma can literally knock you off your feet.
9 Vegemite, Australia
Vegemite is Australia's most famous national dish. Thick pasta made from leftovers beer wort and vegetable flavor additives, most often spread on bread, crackers or sandwiches.
10. Lutefisk, Norway
Scandinavian cuisine is distinguished by a huge number of fish dishes. One of the national dishes of Norway, Sweden and Finland is lutefisk for cooking, which dried fish soaked in an alkaline solution of caustic soda for three days, and then soaked in water for several days. Due to chemical reactions the fish acquires a delicate jelly-like texture and a specific pungent smell.
11 Olive Bread, USA
A meatloaf that looks like a loaf of bread stuffed with spices and olives.
Almost every country has its own national dishes. They are all very different from each other palatability, aroma, appearance and ingredients used for their preparation. Below is a list of ten of the most famous cuisines world and their most popular dishes.
Indonesian cuisine is one of the most vibrant and colorful cuisines in the world, boasting regional diversity and around 5,350 traditional recipes. It is characterized by the predominance of plant products, the main of which is rice. Also, corn, soy, cassava, sweet potato, sago, chicken, seafood, various fruits and vegetables are actively used in dishes. A variety of spices play a significant role, especially pepper. The most famous dish indonesian cuisine, which is often perceived as the "culinary symbol" of Indonesia is considered Nasi Goreng.
Mexican cuisine is the name of the national cuisine of Mexico, which is a combination of Aztec and Spanish culinary traditions. It is based on rich variety products: first of all corn (maize), and only then avocados, fresh and dried beans, sweet and regular potatoes, chilli peppers, tomatoes, pumpkin, duck and turkey meat, chocolate, various seasonings, as well as many types of fish that live in the coastal waters of this country. The most famous dish of Mexican cuisine is quite spicy soup from tortilla, and also famous all over the world alcoholic drink- tequila.
Eighth place in the list of the most famous cuisines of the world is occupied by Chinese cuisine - one of the richest and most variety of cuisines world, divided into several main groups, each of which has its own differences in terms of ingredients used, spices and methods of preparation. The differences between these cuisines are closely related to the traditions and culture of each individual region. However, despite these differences, rice is an integral part of most Chinese dishes. The most famous dishes of Chinese cuisine are: Peking duck, fried rice, dim sum, century egg and turtle soup.
Italian cuisine - traditional Italian cuisine, one of the most popular European cuisines. Specializes in flour, fish and seafood dishes. Its characteristic feature is the relative simplicity and speed of preparation, as well as the use in dishes. fresh ingredients. Italian dishes are dominated by a large number of vegetables and spices such as oregano, basil, pepper, tarragon, thyme, rosemary and parmesan cheese. Quite often olive oil, tomatoes, onions, garlic and olives are used. Italian cuisine is very diverse and regional. Each region has its own culinary delights. The most famous dishes Italian cuisine are pizza, lasagna and spaghetti.
Spanish cuisine is the name of the national cuisine of Spain, which is divided into regional ones. Each of them has its own characteristics, because they directly depend on what products are used for cooking. An integral ingredient in true Spanish cooking is olive oil, it is Spain that produces 44% of all olive oil in the world. Spanish food is simple. Most often they are prepared from fish, seafood, legumes and rice. They are often topped with tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, eggs, garlic, onions, olives, almonds, and wine. The most famous and national Spanish dish ham and paella are considered.
French cuisine is the national multi-regional cuisine of France, known throughout the world as very diverse and refined. Its main feature is the use of fresh food. Despite the differences in regional culinary traditions, feature national french cuisine is an abundance of vegetables and root crops: potatoes, green beans, various varieties of onions, spinach and cabbage. Residents of coastal areas prefer to use seafood in their cuisine: fish, crabs, lobsters, lobsters, shrimp, etc. The most famous dishes of French cuisine are baguette, frog legs, ratatouille, croissant, truffle, etc. And also very popular in everything world alcoholic drink - cognac.
Japanese cuisine is the national cuisine of Japan, characterized by seasonality of food, freshness of products, low use of seasonings, minimal processing, preservation of the original appearance and taste of products. Much attention is paid appearance dishes. Main Ingredients Japanese cuisine serve rice, various vegetables and seafood - fish, algae, shellfish. The Japanese, in comparison with Americans and Europeans, eat very little beef and pork, as well as animal fats, butter, and dairy products, because in Buddhism it is forbidden to kill and eat animals. The most famous dishes of Japanese cuisine are sushi, sashimi, Japanese curry and the national alcoholic drink made from rice - sake.
Indian cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse cuisines in the world, best known for its vegetarian dishes. This densely populated peninsula is home to so many peoples of different religions that it is very difficult to characterize typical Indian cuisine in a few sentences. But we'll try. Most of the population of India are vegetarians, so the skillful use of seasonings has become a real art for them. Among huge amount spices used in Indian cooking should be highlighted: cumin, coriander, turmeric, cardamom, red and green chili, cinnamon, saffron, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, anise, sesame, onion and garlic. Indian dishes are based on rice, various vegetables, eggs, fish, seafood, etc. Dairy products are very popular. The most famous dishes indian cuisine are curry, dhal, chapati, etc.
The second place in the list of the most famous cuisines of the world is occupied by the national cuisine of Turkey, which is among the best in terms of richness, variety of tastes and products used. In modern Turkish cuisine, the most important food is meat and bread. A wide variety of spices are also used. And the most used vegetable in Turkish cooking is eggplant. The most famous Turkish dishes kebab, berek, dolma, baklava, Turkish delight and others are considered.
Thai cuisine - the national cuisine of Thailand, considered one of the best, most original and famous in the world, is associated primarily with the taste of bananas, citrus fruits, pineapples, coconut milk, fresh coriander, lemongrass, garlic and capsicum- chili. However, the basis for Thai dishes is primarily rice, and only then a variety of aromatic spices, fish and seafood. Meat in Thailand is consumed relatively infrequently, it is considered festive dish. Thai cuisine emphasizes lightly cooked dishes with strong aromatic properties. The most common condiment is mild fish sauce. The most famous Thai dish is sour and spicy soup based chicken broth with shrimp, chicken, fish or other seafood, sometimes with the addition of coconut milk - Tom yum.
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