Loading...
Main Dishes Recipes
Showing 1-16 of 30 delicious main dishes recipes
Slow Cooked And Braised
Pakistani Slow-Cooked Nihari with Ginger
This Pakistani Slow-Cooked Nihari with Ginger is a rich, deeply spiced beef shank stew simmered for hours until the meat is meltingly tender and the gravy turns dark, glossy, and intensely aromatic. Traditionally eaten for breakfast, this Mughal-era classic is finished with fresh ginger, green chilies, and a squeeze of lemon for that unmistakable nihari kick.
260m6
Roasts And Casseroles
Ultimate Cheesy Lasagna Bolognaise
Layers of tender pasta sheets, a slow-simmered beef bolognaise, silky bechamel, and three kinds of melted cheese make this Ultimate Cheesy Lasagna Bolognaise the ultimate family dinner. It's a rich, oven-baked casserole that bubbles at the edges and pulls apart in gooey, satisfying layers - a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike.
110m8
Roasts And Casseroles
Healthy Mediterranean Baked Cod Casserole
This Healthy Mediterranean Baked Cod Casserole nestles flaky white fish into a bright, herby tomato base with olives, capers, and cherry tomatoes, baked in one dish for an easy, nutrient-packed dinner. Light on calories but big on flavor, it's a clean-eating favorite ready in under 40 minutes.
40m4
Grilled And Seared
Smokey Pakistani Chicken Tikka Boti
This Smokey Pakistani Chicken Tikka Boti features boneless chicken chunks marinated in a tangy yogurt-spice blend, threaded onto skewers, and grilled until charred at the edges and juicy inside. A finishing dhungar (charcoal smoke) infusion gives it that authentic street-side barbecue aroma, right from your own kitchen.
40m4
Slow Cooked And Braised
Authentic Pakistani Mutton Kunna
This Authentic Pakistani Mutton Kunna comes straight from the Chiniot region of Punjab, where bone-in mutton is slow-cooked in its own stock with a handful of aromatic spices until the meat falls off the bone and the gravy turns thick and glossy. Traditionally simmered in a clay pot for that distinct earthy aroma, this stovetop version captures the same soul-warming flavor at home.
130m6
Slow Cooked And Braised
Slow-Cooker British Beef Bourguignon
This Slow-Cooker British Beef Bourguignon transforms humble stewing beef into a deeply rich, wine-braised classic, packed with tender vegetables, smoky bacon lardons, and silky mushrooms. Set it and forget it - hours of slow simmering turn everyday ingredients into a restaurant-worthy French-British comfort dish.
510m6
Slow Cooked And Braised
Slow-Cooked Mexican Pork Carnitas
These Slow-Cooked Mexican Pork Carnitas transform a humble pork shoulder into tender, citrus-and-spice infused meat that's then crisped up until the edges turn golden and caramelized. Perfect piled into tacos, burritos, or bowls, this is the same restaurant-style carnitas method used in taquerias, made easy at home.
495m8
Grilled And Seared
Mediterranean Grilled Salmon with Tzatziki
This Mediterranean Grilled Salmon with Tzatziki pairs a lemon-herb marinated salmon fillet, grilled until the skin crisps and the flesh flakes perfectly, with a cool, garlicky Greek tzatziki sauce. It's a light, protein-rich dinner that captures the essence of Greek island cooking in under 30 minutes.
30m4
Slow Cooked And Braised
Braised Mediterranean Beef Short Ribs
These Braised Mediterranean Beef Short Ribs are seared until deeply caramelized, then slow-braised in a bright tomato, red wine, and herb sauce until they're fall-off-the-bone tender. Olives and a hint of cinnamon give this dish an unmistakable Mediterranean warmth, perfect served over polenta or crusty bread.
200m6
Grilled And Seared
Seared French Duck Breast with Cherry Glaze
This Seared French Duck Breast with Cherry Glaze features crisp, rendered skin over tender, rosy-pink meat, finished with a glossy sweet-tart cherry and red wine reduction. An elegant restaurant-style dish that comes together entirely in one pan, perfect for date night or a special dinner.
40m2
Roasts And Casseroles
Easy Cheesy Broccoli Rice Chicken Bake
This Easy Cheesy Broccoli Rice Chicken Bake combines tender shredded chicken, fluffy rice, and steamed broccoli in a creamy cheese sauce, all baked into one comforting casserole. It's a fuss-free weeknight dinner that both kids and adults love, and it reheats beautifully for meal prep all week long.
45m6
Grilled And Seared
Perfect Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter
This Perfect Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter delivers a deep, caramelized crust on the outside and a juicy, rosy-pink center inside, finished with a melting pat of garlic-herb butter. A steakhouse-quality dinner made entirely in your own kitchen using nothing more than a hot pan and a few minutes of patience.
20m2
Grilled And Seared
Mexican Grilled Carne Asada Tacos
These Mexican Grilled Carne Asada Tacos feature thin-cut steak marinated in citrus, garlic, and chilies, grilled hot and fast until charred at the edges, then chopped and piled onto warm corn tortillas with onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Street-taco flavor that's simple enough for a weeknight and impressive enough for a backyard cookout.
25m4
Roasts And Casseroles
Authentic Chicken Biryani Casserole Pot
A one-pot Authentic Chicken Biryani made the Pakistani dhaba way - juicy yogurt-marinated chicken, layered with saffron-scented basmati rice, fried onions, and fresh mint, then sealed and cooked on dum until every grain is fragrant. This casserole-pot method locks in the aroma while keeping the process simple enough for a weeknight feast.
90m6
Roasts And Casseroles
Spicy Lahori Mutton Raan Roast
This Spicy Lahori Mutton Raan Roast turns a whole leg of mutton into a showstopping centerpiece, deeply slit and marinated in yogurt, papaya, and a fiery Lahori spice blend before slow-roasting until it's tender enough to pull apart with a spoon. Traditionally saved for Eid feasts and grand family dinners, this is the recipe worth the wait.
240m8
Grilled And Seared
Classic American Smash Burgers with Secret Sauce
These Classic American Smash Burgers with Secret Sauce feature thin, lacy-edged beef patties smashed hard onto a screaming-hot griddle for maximum caramelization, stacked with melted cheese and a tangy, creamy secret sauce. Diner-style burgers with crispy edges and juicy centers, ready in under 20 minutes.
20m4