Paprikás Csirke, or Hungarian Chicken Paprikash, is a soul-warming dish that embodies the heart of Hungarian cuisine. This creamy, paprika-infused stew features tender chicken simmered in a rich, velvety sauce, often served with nokedli
Pörkölt is a traditional Hungarian stew, celebrated for its rich, paprika-infused flavors and tender meat. This comforting dish, often made with pork, beef, or veal, is simmered slowly with onions, peppers, and spices,
I still remember the first evening I landed in Budapest. Coming from the humid chaos of Mumbai, the air felt almost crisp and new to me. I was tired after hours of walking with my backpack through cobblestone streets
Doenjang jjigae is a hearty Korean soybean paste stew, brimming with rich, earthy flavors from fermented doenjang (soybean paste), vegetables, tofu, and often meat or seafood. Known for its comforting umami and robust taste
Sundubu jjigae is a fiery Korean soft tofu stew, brimming with silky tofu, seafood or pork, vegetables, and a spicy red broth flavored with gochugaru and sesame oil. Known for its comforting warmth and bold umami
When I first arrived in Ulsan, South Korea, almost a year ago to pursue my graduate studies, everything felt new and overwhelming—the language, the people, the streets, and most of all, the food. As a Nepali girl born and raised in Kathmandu
Khoresh-e Bademjan is a rich and flavorful Persian eggplant stew, blending tender eggplants, succulent meat, and tangy tomatoes with aromatic spices. This traditional dish, often served with fluffy basmati rice, is a staple in Iranian cuisine
Khoresh-e Karafs, a fragrant Iranian stew, features tender lamb or beef simmered with celery, fresh herbs like parsley and mint, and tangy dried limes, creating a harmonious blend of earthy and citrusy flavors.
Gheimeh, a beloved Iranian stew, features tender chunks of lamb or beef simmered with yellow split peas, dried limes, and a rich tomato-based sauce, often topped with crispy fried potatoes.
I am an Indian traveller, a food blogger by passion, who recently spent almost a month exploring the vibrant, diverse and utterly delicious world of Iranian cuisine. The trip was not just a vacation — it was a full immersion into Persian culture