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Hoppin' John is a traditional Southern dish made with black-eyed peas, rice, and pork, usually flavored with onion, garlic, and a smoky ham hock or bacon. It's often served with a side of greens and cornbread, representing prosperity; the peas for pennies, greens for dollars, and cornbread for gold.

Hoppin’ John - Black-eyed peas, rice, pork

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Chicken and Sausage Gumbo is a classic Louisiana Creole dish known for its bold flavors and hearty ingredients. In this recipe, a rich and dark roux serves as the base, giving the gumbo its signature depth and silkiness.

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo - Spicy, roux-based stew

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The Shoyu Ahi Poke Bowl is a popular Hawaiian dish that features cubes of raw ahi tuna marinated in a soy sauce-based mixture. Combining the freshness of sushi-grade tuna with the flavors of garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and green onions, this dish is a celebration of both taste and texture.

Shoyu Ahi - Soy-marinated, served over rice

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Crawfish Étouffée is a classic Cajun and Creole dish from Louisiana, featuring plump crawfish tails simmered in a velvety, roux-based sauce with the holy trinity of onion, bell pepper, and celery, often with a kick of cayenne pepper. This stew is typically served over a bed of steamy white rice and garnished with fresh parsley or green onions.

Crawfish Étouffée - Rich, creamy, crawfish stew

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Shrimp and Okra Gumbo is a classic Southern Louisiana dish, rich with flavors drawn from African, French, and Spanish culinary traditions. This hearty stew consists of a thick tomato-based broth, brimming with succulent shrimp, sliced okra, and the trinity of Creole cooking: onions, bell peppers, and celery.

Shrimp and Okra Gumbo - Tomato-based, with rice

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Catfish Courtbouillon is a classic Louisiana Creole dish with roots in French cuisine. This rich and spicy fish stew boasts a deep, reddish-hued tomato base and is seasoned with the trinity of Creole cooking—onions, bell peppers, and celery—along with garlic, green onions, and a blend of Cajun spices.

Catfish Courtbouillon - Tomato-based, spicy fish stew

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Spanish Rice is a popular side dish in Mexican and Spanish cuisine, known for its vibrant color and rich flavor. The dish is made with white rice that gets sautéd with garlic and onions until lightly browned, then simmered in a savory tomato sauce with a blend of herbs, spices, and vegetables.

Spanish Rice - Tomato, garlic, onion-flavored

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Spicy Jambalaya with Sausage and Shrimp is a classic Southern dish hailing from the Creole and Cajun cuisines of Louisiana. This one-pot meal is bursting with flavors, thanks to the combination of andouille sausage, succulent shrimp, and a variety of vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, and celery.

Jambalaya - Spicy rice, sausage, shrimp

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Boudin Balls are a classic Southern treat, featuring the perfect blend of spicy sausage and savory rice, breaded and deep-fried to golden perfection. The preparation involves mixing cooked rice with spicy boudin sausage meat, shaping the mixture into small balls, and coating them in a crispy breading before they're fried.

Boudin Balls - Spicy sausage, rice, deep-fried

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Albondigas Soup is a traditional Mexican soup featuring juicy, seasoned meatballs immersed in a hearty broth with a mix of vegetables. The meatballs are typically made from a combination of ground beef and/or pork, rice, minced onions, and an assortment of herbs like cilantro and mint, which give them a distinctive flavor.

Albondigas Soup - Meatballs, vegetables, broth

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Kalua Pork is a traditional Hawaiian slow-cooked pork shoulder dish that features a smoky, tender, and succulent flavor. The meat is traditionally cooked in an underground oven, called an imu, which gives it its distinctive smoked taste.

Kalua Pork - Slow-cooked, smoky shredded pork

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Loco Moco is a classic Hawaiian comfort food that consists of a scoop of white rice topped with a juicy hamburger patty, a fried egg, and a generous amount of savory gravy. Originating in Hilo, Hawaii, it is a staple of local cuisine and often enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Loco Moco - Rice, burger patty, fried egg, gravy

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Horchata is a sweet and refreshing Mexican drink made from rice milk infused with cinnamon and vanilla flavors. It's typically served cold and is a perfect beverage to cool down on a hot day or to accompany spicy foods. To make Horchata, rice is soaked in water and then blended with cinnamon sticks, vanilla extract, and sugar until smooth.

Horchata - Sweet rice milk, cinnamon

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Seafood Gumbo is a classic, spicy stew from the southern United States, steeped in Creole and Cajun traditions. The dish features a rich, roux-based broth, a variety of seafood such as shrimp, crab meat, and andouille sausage for a bit of smokiness.

New England Style Seafood Gumbo

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Holubtsi, or Ukrainian cabbage rolls, are a traditional Eastern European dish consisting of cooked cabbage leaves wrapped around a variety of fillings. Inside, a mixture of rice, pork, onions, and a blend of spices such as garlic, dill, and paprika provide a hearty and savory flavor.

Holubtsi – Cabbage rolls, rice and pork

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Cabbage Rolls are a hearty and traditional dish consisting of cooked cabbage leaves wrapped around a savory mix of minced meat, rice, onions, and seasonings. To prepare, the cabbage leaves are gently boiled to soften and then filled with the seasoned mixture of ground beef or pork, rice, garlic, and onions.

Cabbage Rolls – Rice and meat-stuffed cabbage

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Shrimp Soup (Caldo de Camarón)

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Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo) image

Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo)

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Tex-Mex Chicken and Rice

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