Ful Bit-Tewm

Ful bit-tewm is a simple Maltese dish, consisting of fresh fava beans boiled with garlic and parsley.

Canjeero/ Laxoox

Canjeero, or laxoox, is a type of sourdough crepe from Somalia, similar to Ethiopian injera.

Ceesh

Ceesh is the Somali version of pita bread.

Jordanian Ful Medames

In Jodan, ful is prepared just like hummus, mashed with garlic, lemon, and tahini.

Frijoles Charros

Frijoles charros, or “cowboy beans”, is a traditional Mexican soup featuring pinto beans and bacon.

Farinata

Farinata is a type of flatbread or pancake from Genoa, made with chickpea flour. The thin batter is poured into smoking hot pans with lots of olive oil, and baked in a very hot oven, making a delicious crispy crust with a soft, custardy center and a earthy, vegetal flavor.

Masoor Dal

Masoor dal is more commonly known as red lentils in the US. This quick recipe was a delicious entry back into the world of food after being sick for a week.

Ven Pongal

Ven Pongal is a south Indian porridge, made with rice and moong dal tempered with curry leaves, cashew and peppercorns in ghee.

Trinidadian Dhal

Trinidadian Dhal is made with split peas, Caribbean peppers, onion, garlic and spices.

Mauritian Dal with Eggplant and Chayote

Mauritian Dal more clearly shows its multicultural roots than any of the other dal recipes I’ve explored recently, with several clearly French ingredients along with the more typical Indian spices.