10 famous national dishes from around the world

Cooking is an interesting but very difficult art of preparing beautiful and tasty food. A huge number of different recipes and cooking methods exist in the whole world. Many people believe that cooking is not only creativity, but also to some extent a great science. Cooking is a fascinating and varied activity, which not only women but also men from different countries like to do. Each state has its own culinary masterpieces, which are known throughout the world. When traveling around different countries, it is necessary first of all to try their national dishes, the recipes of which can be shared with your loved ones and relatives.

Argentina's National Dish - Asado

To prepare the Asado Argentinean dish, you will need a grill found in every Argentinean family. In essence, this dish is fried meat on hot coals. The irreplaceable taste of Asado depends on certain subtleties. It is widely believed that only "asador" - a man, should be engaged in the preparation of the national dish. The dish consists of several ingredients, such as homemade sausage, meat, black pudding and kidneys. Asado festive table is served with salad, bread, chimichurri, sauce and aromatic red wine.

The national dish of Italy - "Pizza"

The famous Italian Pizza is considered the national Italian dish. Worldwide favorite food. In ancient times, and about 200 years ago, this dish was considered food for poor people. So, in those days, “Pizza” looked like a thin cake, greased with oil, on which a large number of tomatoes were placed on top and sprinkled with marjoram. Now this dish has gained great popularity not only in Italy, but also in other countries. Nowadays, for the preparation of such a national dish, slightly different ingredients are used, that is, they have become a little more: tomato, Mozzarella cheese, various types of sausages or meat products. To add a piquant taste to the dish add basil.

The national dish of Russia - "Dumplings"

Today it is simply impossible to imagine a feast of the Russian people without a national dish - dumplings. This dish appeared in Russia in the 19th century. Dumplings are prepared from unleavened dough, and minced fish or meat serves as the filling for a delicious dish. For a piquant taste and aroma, spices, onions and garlic are added. Molding dumplings is considered a tradition in any Russian family, since everyone is busy with business: both small and large.

National Dish of India - Tandoori Chicken

This dish is being prepared in tandoor - an oven for the special preparation of this goodness. But you can cook it on the barbecue and grill. To cook, you need chicken legs, which are soaked in spices and yogurt. Then succulent meat is baked in a well-heated oven. When serving, such a dish is in perfect harmony with boiled rice and vegetables.

Georgian national dish - “Khachapuri”

The original name of the dish is implied from the words "cottage cheese" and "bread". Each settlement is rich in its recipe for preparing delicious cakes, which can be of different tastes and shapes. To prepare Khachapuri, use puff, fresh and yeast dough. Khachapuri is a Georgian tortilla, which is mainly cooked in a stove for special cooking, but modern cooks now cook them in ovens or in a pan. Filling requires eggs and cheese.

The national dish of Austria - “Vienna Schnitzel”

Since 1884, the Vienna Schnitzel has won the stomachs and hearts of many people.There are many versions and recipes for cooking dishes that use different types of meat. But veal is best suited. A medium-sized piece of meat is beaten and breaded in breadcrumbs. Chopped meat is fried in oil. They use a lot of oil to cook dishes. Schnitzel should be fried until golden brown and served with rice or potatoes.

The national dish of Egypt - Molohei

To prepare the dish using leaves of Moloch (vegetable with a bitter taste), which are initially separated from its stems. After the leaves are separated, they are chopped into medium pieces, and then boiled in a broth with garlic and coriander. When serving such a dish, chicken meat or some other meat is an excellent combination.

Norwegian national dish - Rakfisk

This dish is considered a winter treat. For cooking, always use the trout fish, which is salted at the beginning, and then left in a state of fermentation for a couple of months. Before serving the fish on the table, it is poured with sour cream and sprinkled with onions. In difficult times, Norway was considered a very poor country, where little was grown. People had to make large stocks of fish for the winter, and it was very difficult to keep it until the first snow fell. Therefore, a unique recipe for sauerkraut arose.

The national dish of Portugal is Francesinha

This name of the dish has a very interesting translation - “Little Frenchwoman”. Francesinha is a sandwich made from square white bread. A piece of ham, black pudding and olives fit between two pieces of bread. For a savory taste, all ingredients are coated with cream cheese and tomato sauce. For the perfect combination, Francesigne serves french fries and a glass of cool beer.

The national dish of Ukraine - “Vareniki”

Ukrainian cuisine is famous for its national dish - dumplings, which N.V. Gogol mentioned in his writings. This dish is very hearty and is made from unleavened dough, and the filling is ideally suited for potatoes, cabbage, cottage cheese, strawberries, cherries. Dumplings are usually boiled in water, and sometimes steamed. It’s something to your taste. If dumplings are cooked with potatoes or cabbage, then they are watered with fried onions and cracklings before serving (fried lard). Such a national dish is suitable, as for every day, and for the holidays. There is such a custom: cook dumplings for the Old New Year, which are sculpted with surprise.

As you can see, any country is famous for its national attractions, as well as national dishes. Residents of any country, meeting their dear guests, put their national dish on the table. As a rule, the recipes of these goodies are transmitted from century to century, from generation to generation. It is believed that this is an indispensable tradition of the culture of the nation itself. It is impossible to imagine Georgian cuisine without your favorite khachapuri, and Russian cuisine without the famous cabbage soup. Most tourists and travel enthusiasts try to taste the national dishes of the countries where they visited, so that upon arrival home they would please their family and friends with a new and interesting recipe.