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20 International Recipes That'll Help Fill Your Travelling Void

Posted on July 20, 2020 by Amber Dowling

The days of hopping on a plane to travel to new destinations in this post-coronavirus world may still be a little ways away, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get your fill of international cuisine by switching up your weeknight meal planning. From vegan Mexican recipes and flavourful West African cuisine to French or Italian recipes and summery Asian rolls, here are some of our favourite recipes from around the world to enjoy until we can all safely travel again.

  • Thailand
     
    1 of 20

    Thailand

    <p>Whether you hit up one of the (many) street vendors in Bangkok or travel south to some of the sit-down restaurants by the water, odds are you’ll find an iteration of pad Thai on <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/thai-recipes-to-make-at-home/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">any menu in Thailand</a>. If you want a taste of the real thing and not the ketchup-like concoction that some takeout places offer, give this recipe for grilled tofu and chicken pad Thai a whirl. Vegetarian? No problem. Double the tofu and sub in a vegetarian version of the fish sauce for a vegan-friendly meal. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-tofu-and-chicken-pad-thai/19189/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Grilled Tofu and Chicken Pad Thai</strong></a></p>
  • Philippines
     
    2 of 20

    Philippines

    <p>There are so many plates to salivate over from this beautiful, island-filled nation (lechon! halo-halo!), but by far the most famous dish has to be adobo. Nothing quite beats the combination of stewed meat and that salty, sour, slightly sweet sauce. If you have some chicken legs in the fridge you too can indulge in a bowl of this <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/popular-filipino-dishes-you-need-to-try/#!filipino-mango-float" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Filipino comfort food</a>. You probably already have all of the ingredients required for the sauce in your pantry and the chicken cooks up in the pressure cooker in mere minutes. The best part? There’s only one pot to clean up.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/instant-pot-chicken-adobo/20171/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Filipino Adobo Chicken Wings</strong></a></p>
  • China
     
    3 of 20

    China

    <p>When it comes to <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/chinese-takeout-recipes-to-make-at-home/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chinese cuisine</a>, there are so many options to choose from, but one of our favourites are the ever-versatile dumplings. To get your fill, grab some dumpling wrappers or wonton skins from the grocery store and have your hand at these Sichuan-style dumplings with peanut dipping sauce. The pork-mushroom filling is tender and moist and the resulting parcels go perfectly with the sweet, but salty peanut sauce. Just don’t be surprised if you lick the plate clean. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sichuan-style-dumplings-with-peanut-dipping-sauce/14064/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Sichuan-Style Dumplings With Peanut Dipping Sauce</strong></a></p>
  • India
     
    4 of 20

    India

    <p>Indian cuisine can be full of endless buffets of curries, chutneys, pakora and samosas, but if you’re craving an <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/indian-recipes-better-than-takeout/#!instant-pot-indian-dal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Indian-inspired dish</a> that's different from your standard offering, look no further than these delightful lamb popsicles. It’s your next-level meat on a stick that’s infused with warm garam masala, ginger and garlic flavours. And because chutney is always a colourful and tasty addition to any plate, serve these beauties up with some fresh, summer-inspired cherry and peach chutney. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lamb-popsicles/13078/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Lamb Popsicles</strong></a></p>
  • Mexico
     
    5 of 20

    Mexico

    <p>Mexican recipes are so much more than another taco. However, as much as <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/easy-taco-recipes/#!fish-tacos-with-habanero-salsa" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">we love tacos</a>, sometimes you just want to switch it up, especially in the summer when you’re making good use of the grill. Enter this recipe for grilled chili corn with coconut lime cream, a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/vegan-mexican-recipes/#!460x307-healthy-vegan-tacos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vegan spin on Mexican</a> grilled corn that combines coconut milk, lime and jalapenos for the perfect summery bite.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/bbq/blog/grilled-chili-corn-with-coconut-lime-cream-36022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Grilled Chili Corn With Coconut Lime Cream</strong></a></p>
  • Korea
     
    6 of 20

    Korea

    <p>Sticky, addictive, lick-your-fingers clean galbi, otherwise known as marinated beef short ribs, are the <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/korean-inspired-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">perfect Korean food</a> to make at home — especially when you pair them with a bowl of fluffy rice and a simple salad. They’re light and summery, but also so ridiculously simple to make thanks to the overnight marinade. You’ll seriously wonder why you didn’t try your hand at them sooner. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/galbi-marinated-beef-short-ribs/14864/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Galbi (Marinated Beef Short Ribs)</strong></a></p>
  • Vietnam
     
    7 of 20

    Vietnam

    <p>When you think of Vietnamese food it’s easy to turn to staples like pho or bahn mi. But if you’re looking for all of those <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/palate-pleasing-vietnamese-dishes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">delicious Vietnamese flavours</a> on a more summer-friendly plate, then rolls are where it’s at. And in particular you’ll probably want to give these light, but satisfying chicken summer rolls a spin. They’re crunchy and packed with veggies, but also boast a ton of flavour thanks to the hidden peanut-soy sauce within. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-summer-rolls/20321/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Chicken Summer Rolls</strong></a></p>
  • Japan
     
    8 of 20

    Japan

    <p><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/japanese-inspired-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Japanese food</a> incorporates plenty of hot dishes on its table, but it’s also hard to think of the country’s notable cuisine without turning to sushi and sashimi. If you’re not up for trying your hand at making some maki rolls at home, fancy it up with this simple, but flavourful play on a poke bowl. It'll be a downright showstopper on your next date night. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ahi-poketini/11756/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ahi Poketini</strong></a></p>
  • West Africa
     
    9 of 20

    West Africa

    <p>One of the most popular offerings in <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/flavourful-west-african-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">West African cuisine</a> has got to be chicken mafé, a hearty chicken stew in peanut sauce. Invoke those flavours in your own kitchen with these West African spicy peanut chicken wings. They’re double fried to perfection before being doused in that tomato-peanut inspired sauce, which is so tasty you'll want to put it on everything. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/west-african-spicy-peanut-chicken-wings/19613/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>West African Spicy Peanut Chicken Wings</strong></a></p>
  • Jamaica
     
    10 of 20

    Jamaica

    <p><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/caribbean-inspired-recipes-to-liven-up-your-winter-table/#!jerk-pork-tenderloin" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jamaican cuisine</a> is full of bold and spicy flavours, which kind of makes it hard to narrow down just one dish to recreate. Sure, jerk chicken or pork is always a clear winner, but if you’re feeling more ambitious why not try these sweet potato, okra and cashew Jamaican patties? The homemade pastry comes together easier than you’d think and the vegan filling is delicious on several, perfectly seasoned levels. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sweet-potato-okra-and-cashew-jamaican-patty/12991/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Sweet Potato, Okra and Cashew Jamaican Patty</strong></a></p>
  • Lebanon
     
    11 of 20

    Lebanon

    <p>Several of your <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/healthy-middle-eastern-recipes/#!Healthy-Middle-Eastern-Style-Chicken-Veggies-and-Rice" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">favourite Lebanese dishes</a>, like tabouli, roasted veggies and steamy beets are featured in this recipe for loaded hummus. The sky is the limit in terms of how you can top that creamy chickpea base, but pair this plate with ample pitas to dip and it’s the perfect creative weeknight meal for two (or your entire family!). </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/loaded-hummus-recipe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Loaded Hummus</strong></a></p>
  • Brazil
     
    12 of 20

    Brazil

    <p>What better way to celebrate summer than with a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/wine-beer-spirits/photos/summer-cocktail-recipes/#!Pink-Grapefruit-Margaritas" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">chilled, classic beverage</a>? If you’re into grilling fresh <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/tasty-brazilian-recipes/#!feijoada" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brazilian-inspired</a> meats, seafoods and veggies, then consider pairing your plate with a traditional Caipirinha. Cachaça is a popular Latin American distilled spirit made from fermented sugarcane juice and it’s the base for Brazil’s most famous drink. However, if you can’t find it here, good-quality vodka or white rum will also do. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/traditional-caipirinha/14597/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Traditional Caipirinha</strong></a></p>
  • American South
     
    13 of 20

    American South

    <p>Take regular old steak and eggs to that next, <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/iconic-southern-comfort-food-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Southern comfort food</a> level with this recipe for Texas eggs Benedict. The black bean tomato relish is perfectly seasoned with hints of cilantro and onion and it all comes together with a silky, lime-flavoured hollandaise sauce that will have you dreaming of your next big breakfast (or breakfast for dinner!) for weeks to come. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/texas-eggs-benedict/19021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Texas Eggs Benedict</strong></a></p>
  • Greece
     
    14 of 20

    Greece

    <p>Invoke that island feeling on your own balcony or in the backyard by combining two of Greece’s most popular ingredients: seafood and olives. The salty, homemade olive-infused mayo is the perfect sauce to round out this <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/healthy-mediterranean-recipes/#!6-octopus-olives" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mediterranean dish</a>, which is punctuated with bites of fresh cherry tomatoes, celery and fennel microgreens. The only thing missing is that island tan and the smell of salty Grecian air. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/octopus-and-olives/12956/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Octopus and Olives</strong></a></p>
  • Indonesia
     
    15 of 20

    Indonesia

    <p>If you’ve ever been to <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/bbq/photos/delicous-satay-recipes/#!satay-pork-skewers" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Indonesia</a> and sampled the fare, odds are you’ve tried to ship home some of that common tabletop condiment: sambal oelek. If you get your hands on some, then you’re ready to transform simple beef tri-tip into delicate skewers with this recipe for beef satay with pickled cucumber salad. The meat is marinated in the sambal and a few other choice ingredients for a few hours before you grill it to perfection, giving you the ultimate bite of Indonesia at home. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/beef-satay-with-pickled-cucumber-salad/20301/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Beef Satay With Pickled Cucumber Salad</strong></a></p>
  • France
     
    16 of 20

    France

    <p>Everyone knows that <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/french-recipes-inspired-julia-child/#!Buttermilk-crepes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">France is a culinary mecca</a> of styles, techniques and flavours. That’s because they take the time to perfect the classics, which is something you too may find yourself with time to do lately <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/recipes-to-master-while-stuck-indoors/#!recipe-no-knead-olive-zaatar-bread" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">while in quarantine</a>. May we suggest starting off with this simple, but heavenly French-style omelette? All it requires is a bit of butter, some herbs, eggs and the determination to master that pan like you’re Julia Child. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/french-style-omelette/8355/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>French Style Omelette</strong></a></p>
  • Italy
     
    17 of 20

    Italy

    <p>Many people automatically turn to pastas and pizzas when they consider <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/italian-comfort-food-favourites/#!spaghetti-meatballs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">traditional Italian food</a>. Yet gnocchi is one of the simplest, but most impressive ways to recreate that Italian vibe at home. We love this recipe for ricotta gnocchi from <em>Top Chef Canada</em> judge Mark McEwan. He combines creamy ricotta, flour and a few key spices to create little pillow puffs of chewy goodness, which can then be topped with any kind of sauce your heart desires. Blue cheese? Brown butter? Traditional marinara? Anything goes. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mark-mcewans-ricotta-gnocchi/21133/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ricotta Gnocchi</strong></a></p>
  • Morocco
     
    18 of 20

    Morocco

    <p>If you’re craving the <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/underrated-moroccan-dishes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bold flavours of Morocco</a>, you don’t need to travel across a desert to get them. Although, in order to recreate these Middle Eastern chicken flatbreads you will need to source out a coveted packet of yeast. Madfouna is the Middle Eastern take on pizza that will deliver you with tons of flavour, with the help of fresh Greek yogurt, lemon and hints of cinnamon and allspice. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/middle-eastern-chicken-flatbreads/22767/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Middle Eastern Chicken Flatbreads</strong></a></p>
  • Eastern Europe
     
    19 of 20

    Eastern Europe

    <p>Perogies are the <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/best-perogies-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ultimate European comfort food</a>, but they’re also so versatile that you can stuff yours with so much more than the traditional potatoes and cheese or sautéed cabbage. The next time you have leftover pulled pork (or want an excuse to finally smoke that shoulder sitting in your deep freezer), give these BBQ pulled pork perogies a whirl. It’s an interesting spin on the classic Ukrainian dish, and the best part is that if you make a bunch of them, they’ll hold up well in the freezer for months to come. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/barbeque-pulled-pork-perogies/9401/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Barbeque Pulled Pork Perogies</strong></a></p>
  • Canada (First Nations)
     
    20 of 20

    Canada (First Nations)

    <p>We even miss travelling across Canada too. To get some authentic <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/photos/canadian-first-nations-recipes/#!baked-halibut-hemlock-buds_600x400" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Canadian First Nations cuisine</a>, turn to some wild blueberries and onion for this moose burger recipe. This particular iteration mixes beef and moose to round out the lean game meat. All atop a ciabatta bun.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/moose-burger-with-wild-blueberry-onion-jam/19831/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Moose Burger With Wild Blueberry Onion Jam</strong></a></p>
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