9 of the world's most iconic Christmas recipes to make at home!
Christmas is a magical time, full of traditions and celebrations. One of the greatest joys of the season is gathering family and friends around the table to enjoy special dishes. But have you ever stopped to think about the culinary diversity that exists in Christmas celebrations around the world? In this article, we'll take you on a delicious gastronomic journey, exploring the most traditional Christmas dishes in different cultures. Get ready to discover recipes that can inspire you to prepare an unforgettable dinner at home.
1. Cod (Portugal and Brazil)
In Portugal, boiled or roasted cod is the main dish at supper, served with potatoes. In Brazil, it is also present in adapted recipes.
2. Roast turkey with stuffing (United States and Canada)
The classic roast turkey, usually accompanied by stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and vegetables, is a symbol of Christmas in North America. Our recipe is for capon, stuffed with chestnuts. Make it with the bird and stuffing of your choice! Here's an example:
3. Panettone (Italy)
This sweet bread, filled with candied fruit or chocolate chips, is a must for the Italian Christmas dinner. Originally from Milan, panettone is enjoyed with coffee or sweet wine. Our recipe is for chocottone (chocolate panettone). If you prefer, just replace the chocolate chips with candied fruit.
4. Rabanada (Brazil and Portugal)
Rabanada, a kind of French toast, is a classic in both Portugal and Brazil, made with bread soaked in milk or wine, then fried and sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon.
5. Pavlova (Australia and New Zealand)
As Christmas takes place in summer, light and refreshing desserts such as pavlova (crispy meringue on the outside, soft on the inside, with fruit and cream) are popular. Use seasonal fruit.
6. Bûche de Noël (France)
This log-shaped cake is an essential dessert in France. Made with filled sponge cake and often topped with buttercream, it pays homage to the ancient tradition of burning a log in the fireplace.
7. Zimtsterne (Germany)
The name of this charming cookie is Zimtsterne, a German recipe that is part of the Christmas tradition. Smelling of cinnamon, its main accompaniment will be a good cup of coffee or tea on chilly days. Make them at home for the family or, if you prefer, give them to your friends as a lovely surprise made with so much love (oh, and they're also gluten-free).
8. Mulled wine (European countries)
The custom of drinking mulled wine during the winter dates back centuries. The drink was used to warm up during the colder months and, over time, it became a custom linked to the end-of-year celebrations.
9. Gingerbread Man (England)
The gingerbread man is a very popular Christmas tradition, especially in English-speaking countries! These gingerbread man-shaped cookies, usually decorated with colored icing, are a symbol of the holiday season.
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