Sides Recipes

21 original sides recipes.

Authentic Sukuma Wiki Recipe: Quick Kenyan Collard GreensSides

Authentic Sukuma Wiki Recipe: Quick Kenyan Collard Greens

This vibrant sukuma wiki recipe delivers tender-crisp Kenyan collard greens with tomato and onion. A fast, healthy side dish perfect for serving with ugali.

25 min4Read →
The Ultimate Baked Mac and Cheese with Three-Cheese MornaySides

The Ultimate Baked Mac and Cheese with Three-Cheese Mornay

This baked mac and cheese features a velvety sharp cheddar and gruyère mornay sauce, al dente elbow pasta, and a buttery panko crust that shatters with every bite.

45 min8Read →
Authentic Poutine Recipe with Double-Fried FriesSides

Authentic Poutine Recipe with Double-Fried Fries

Learn the best poutine recipe for crispy double-fried russets and silky gravy. Use poutine with real cheese curds for that authentic, squeaky Canadian comfort food experience.

1h 10m4Read →
Authentic Caponata Recipe: Sicilian Sweet and Sour EggplantSides

Authentic Caponata Recipe: Sicilian Sweet and Sour Eggplant

This authentic caponata recipe features fried eggplant, celery, and olives in a bold agrodolce sauce. A classic Sicilian sweet and sour eggplant dish served room temperature.

1h 15m6Read →
Authentic Mofongo Recipe with Garlic ShrimpSides

Authentic Mofongo Recipe with Garlic Shrimp

This traditional mofongo recipe features fried green plantains mashed with garlic, olive oil, and crispy chicharrón, served with savory shrimp in a sofrito broth.

40 min4Read →
Crispy Tostones Recipe with Garlic Water SoakSides

Crispy Tostones Recipe with Garlic Water Soak

Learn the best tostones recipe for ultra-crispy twice fried plantains. Features a secret garlic water soak for a crackly shell and a classic mayo-ketchup dipping sauce.

30 min4Read →
Extra Crispy Patatas Bravas Recipe with Garlic AioliSides

Extra Crispy Patatas Bravas Recipe with Garlic Aioli

The ultimate patatas bravas recipe featuring double-fried potatoes with a glassy crust, smoky pimentón bravas sauce, and creamy garlic aioli stripes.

55 min4Read →
Authentic South African Chakalaka Recipe with Baked BeansSides

Authentic South African Chakalaka Recipe with Baked Beans

This authentic South African chakalaka is a bold, spicy vegetable relish made with carrots, peppers, and baked beans. Perfect for your next braai or served over pap.

40 min6Read →
The Ultimate Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes RecipeSides

The Ultimate Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes Recipe

This foolproof mashed potatoes recipe uses a mix of Yukon Gems and Russets for the perfect fluff factor. Learn the secret to creamy mashed potatoes with brown butter.

40 min6Read →
Chili-Maple Roasted Sweet Potato with Sage and YogurtSides

Chili-Maple Roasted Sweet Potato with Sage and Yogurt

Learn to make the best roasted sweet potato cubes glazed in chili-maple syrup, topped with crispy sage and a tangy yogurt drizzle for a perfect salty-sweet side dish.

50 min4Read →
Blistered Garlic Green Beans with Anchovy ButterSides

Blistered Garlic Green Beans with Anchovy Butter

Elevate your side dish game with these garlic green beans. Blistered in a hot skillet with savory anchovy butter, toasted almonds, and fresh lemon in just 12 minutes.

17 min4Read →
Maple-Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts with BaconSides

Maple-Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

These deeply caramelized roasted brussels sprouts feature a crispy parmesan crust, salty bacon, and a tangy maple-balsamic glaze for the ultimate side dish.

40 min4Read →
The Best Sauteed Spinach (That Never Goes Watery)Sides

The Best Sauteed Spinach (That Never Goes Watery)

Learn how to make perfect sauteed spinach that stays bright and crisp. This garlic sauteed spinach uses a dry-pan technique to prevent sogginess in just 5 minutes.

10 min4Read →
10-Minute Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan and Poached EggSides

10-Minute Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan and Poached Egg

This 10-minute roasted asparagus recipe features garlic parmesan asparagus topped with a soft-poached egg and lemon. A quick, seasonal side or light vegetarian dinner.

15 min2Read →
The Best Roasted Cauliflower with Sumac and TahiniSides

The Best Roasted Cauliflower with Sumac and Tahini

Learn how to make the ultimate roasted cauliflower: deeply caramelized florets with a creamy tahini drizzle, bright sumac, and tart pomegranate seeds.

35 min4Read →
Honey-Harissa Roasted Carrots with Whipped FetaSides

Honey-Harissa Roasted Carrots with Whipped Feta

These honey-harissa roasted carrots feature crispy chickpeas and creamy whipped feta. A bold, spicy-sweet side dish that makes oven roasted carrots the star of the table.

40 min4Read →
8-Minute Air Fryer Broccoli with Parmesan and PankoSides

8-Minute Air Fryer Broccoli with Parmesan and Panko

This air fryer broccoli recipe delivers perfectly charred edges and a crunchy panko crust in just 8 minutes. A healthy side dish with lemon and chili-garlic heat.

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Extra Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Garlic and RosemarySides

Extra Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary

Learn how to make the ultimate smashed potatoes with shattering edges and fluffy centers. These garlic smashed potatoes are roasted at 450°F for maximum crunch.

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How to Cook Zucchini So It Never Goes MushySides

How to Cook Zucchini So It Never Goes Mushy

Stop eating soggy squash. Learn how to cook zucchini using a high-heat searing method that results in caramelized edges and a crisp-tender bite every single time.

23 min4Read →
Crispy Parmesan Baked Zucchini Recipes with Garlic PankoSides

Crispy Parmesan Baked Zucchini Recipes with Garlic Panko

Stop eating soggy squash. This is one of the best baked zucchini recipes, featuring a wire-rack method for maximum crunch, garlic, and savory parmesan cheese.

35 min4Read →
Crispy Roasted Zucchini with Parmesan and Lemon-TahiniSides

Crispy Roasted Zucchini with Parmesan and Lemon-Tahini

Stop eating soggy squash. This roasted zucchini recipe uses high heat and a parmesan crust for a golden, crispy finish, topped with a bright lemon-tahini drizzle.

28 min4Read →