Belgian Cuisine
There is so much more to Belgian cuisine than just waffles, frites and chocolate. Over the years and even centuries, Belgian cuisine has been strongly influenced by neighbouring countries of which France has had the largest impact. Belgian dishes are made with French finess but use mostly local and seasonal ingredients. And even though Belgian is the size of a handkerchief, there is a wide variety of very regional foods and dishes.
This section with Belgian recipes combines both traditional Belgian dishes as well as recipes I have created myself but that do not fit in a specific region or cuisine. And since I’m born and raised in Belgium, I have rated these as Belgian recipes.
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Broccoli and Blue Cheese Soup
This broccoli and blue cheese soup is a creamy and comforting soup with a delicious savory flavor. The mild broccoli pairs beautifully with the rich and slightly tangy taste of blue cheese, giving this simple soup a little more character. Finished with crumbled blue...
Easy Broccoli Soup Recipe
This easy broccoli soup is one of those simple, comforting recipes that doesn’t need many ingredients to be delicious. Broccoli, potato, onion and garlic are simmered in vegetable stock and blended until smooth. The potato adds just enough body to create a naturally...
Belgian Endive and Cream Cheese Soup
This Belgian endive and cream cheese soup highlights the unique, slightly bitter flavor of Belgian endives by using the rich, velvety texture of cream cheese. It’s a versatile, comforting soup that works great as a weeknight meal, a make-ahead lunch, or an elegant...
Celery Soup Recipe
This celery soup is light, comforting and full of delicate flavor. It’s also incredibly easy to make with just a handful of everyday ingredients. It’s the kind of easy homemade soup that’s perfect for a light lunch or cozy dinner. Celery is often used as a background...
Creamy Whiskey Cocktail Sauce
This whiskey cocktail sauce is a creamy, sweet and lightly spiced dipping sauce for adding a burst of flavor to every bite. Quick and easy to make with just a few pantry ingredients, it's delicious to drizzle over shrimp or other seafood, serving as a dip for veggies,...
Crispy Leek Bites
These crispy leek bites are perfect little finger-food treats that reveal a refreshingly different side of this delicious vegetable. With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes in the pan, you'll get beautiful golden leek medallions that have a distinct yet...
Brussels Sprout Soup with Bacon and Dijon Mustard
This Brussels sprout soup with bacon and Dijon mustard is a hearty dish that's full of rich flavor. The smoky bacon and hint of Dijon mustard complement the earthy flavor of the Brussels sprouts, making it a delicious bowl of comfort food that's perfect for colder...
Brussels sprouts soup
This Brussels sprouts soup recipe is a hearty and comforting dish bursting with vibrant flavors and nutrients. It's perfect to make ahead so you'll always have a bowl of warming soup available for a chilly day. Loaded with mildly sweet, fragrant and earthy flavors,...
Curried Belgian endive soup with apple
This curried Belgian endive soup with apple is an elegant, delicious and festive soup dish highlighting the unique flavor of Belgian endives. The sweet apple and fragrant curry powder creates a perfect balance with the subtle bitterness of the endives. The velvety...
Belgian endive soup (chicory soup)
Belgian endive soup is a flavorful and comforting dish that highlights the unique taste of Belgian endives. The subtle bitterness of Belgian endives is balanced with rich savory flavors creating a well-rounded flavor profile. The distinctive taste of this Belgian...
Classic pumpkin soup
This classic pumpkin soup recipe is rich, heartwarming and bursting with flavor. It is remarkably easy to make using just a handful of ingredients. This velvety smooth and naturally creamy pumpkin soup offers a warm, earthy and slightly sweet taste. Topped with...
Carbonnade Flamande – Flemish beef stew
Carbonnade Flamande or Flemish beef stew is a hearty, satisfying and flavoursome dish. Originating from Belgium, this humble stew consists of tender beef cubes simmered in a rich flavoured sauce made with brown beer, onions, mustard and aromatic herbs. With the beef...
Belgian endive salad with egg
This Belgian endive salad with egg is a crisp and vibrant side dish that boasts a soft, unique taste profile. The gentle bitterness of the endives is combined with the rich and creamy taste of eggs coated with a sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing. A fresh and...
Celeriac soup with pecans
This celeriac soup recipe is a silky, smooth and creamy winter warmer topped with pecans for some extra crunch. Highlighting the subtle, earthy and nutty undertones, celeriac soup, which is also known as celery root soup is a budget-friendly, dairy-free and flavorsome...
Beet tartare with apple and feta
This beet tartare recipe combines earthy beetroot with sweet apple, pickled cucumber and salty feta cheese into a vibrant and delicious appetizer. Feta and beetroot tartare is a vegetarian recipe full of textures and colors that can be served as a side dish for a...
Butternut squash soup with orange and mint
This butternut squash soup with orange and mint is a rich, warm and comforting dish, perfect for those cold winter days. Served with rustic crusty bread, this healthy butternut squash soup is quick and easy to make and by far one of my favourite fall and winter soup...
Curried egg salad sandwich
Curried egg salad is an interesting twist to your classic egg salad recipe. The creamy mayonnaise dressing is spiced up with a dash of curry powder, tangy Dijon mustard and a hint of paprika powder. This salad comes together in no time and is a great way to use up any...
Asparagus omelet recipe
This asparagus omelet recipe is a healthy and tasty meal that comes together quickly with fluffy eggs wrapped around grilled asparagus and finished off with a pinch of flaky sea salt and fresh parsley. This asparagus and eggs recipe is perfect to serve as an indulgent...
