Side dishes deserve more attention than an afterthought on the plate. This category covers veggies, potatoes, rice and other recipes to serve alongside the main dish.
Find crisp, creamy and savory options for everyday dinners or larger meals.
Browse the recipes below when you need something to complete the plate.
Roti canai is one of those things that looks simple until you try to make it. The dough gets stretched so thin it almost disappears, then folded over itself and cooked on a hot griddle until the layers start to separate. Tear it apart while it’s still warm and dip it straight into dhal or […]
When it comes to grilled potato recipes, don’t overlook the tasty appeal of grilled sweet potato wedges. They really shine, especially when paired with a zesty garlic chipotle dip. This dip is the perfect match for the natural sweetness of the potatoes. If you’re in the mood for a twist, you can also try grilling […]
This pico de gallo recipe is the same dish that is made in thousands of Mexican households every day. It’s a beautiful and aromatic Mexican condiment, which is served with fajitas or tacos, as well as with nachos, tortillas or tortilla chips and even with Mexican salad recipes. This is the basic pico de gallo […]
Rice is a staple in Spanish food recipes and this Spanish rice recipe combines the flavors of garlic, cumin, tomato, chicken broth and more for a delicious Spanish rice side dish, which can be served alongside Mexican casserole or with tacos or fajitas for example. This traditional recipe also makes a nice lunchtime snack. The […]
Zucchini fritter chaffles, or courgette waffles if you’re in the UK or down under, are so tasty. They’re also quick and easy to rustle up. A chaffle is a mini version of a waffle, which you can make with a chaffle maker. You could also use a regular size waffle maker – just add more […]
A bean salad recipe is really versatile and great for pretty much any occasion. Serve bean salads alongside any type of meat, poultry or fish or make one the next time you’re barbequing. There are various types of beans to choose from for bean salad recipes, and you can always mix and match depending on […]
Have you tried colcannon with Irish cheddar? This Irish take on mashed potatoes is really good and goes with anything. There are so many things you can do with potatoes, especially when making side dishes. Fries! Mashed potatoes! Uh…how about more fries? Yes, there is no shortage of potato-related ideas luckily, but one thing I […]
If you’re looking for a funeral potatoes recipe, you are going to have questions! First of all, what are funeral potatoes and why are they called that? Well, whether you’re looking for a funeral potatoes recipe without corn flakes, with chicken, with corn flakes, or another variation, this dish is basically a potato side dish. […]
If you want to know how to make fries in the air fryer, you’ll want to know some of the best French fry air fryer tips and tricks. An air fryer is quicker to use than the oven and doesn’t require all the oil a deep fat fryer would. Fries also go with just about […]
Corn is always good especially when you cook the fresh kind and slice it off the cob in sweet, juicy slices. I love this Monterey style sweet corn recipe as a side dish because it seems to complement just about everything from chicken or seafood to steak or game meats. Why You Should Make a […]
This is a wonderful side dish to have with chicken, pork or another kind of meat, or you could enjoy it by itself for lunch or a light evening meal. Thai fried rice with egg is similar to the Chinese egg fried rice you might be more familiar with. We are just including typical Thai […]
Cauliflower rice, also known as cauli rice, is a low-calorie, low-carb alternative to regular rice. You can make it with a food processor or, if you don’t have one, a cheese grater. There are different ways to cook cauliflower rice recipes too, such as on the stove, in the oven, or even in the microwave. […]
Cauliflower rice, or cauli rice as it is affectionately known, is a wonderful substitute for rice, offering a mere fraction of the calories and carbs or rice, yet offering a very similar texture and a neutral flavor. You can do so much with it and there are plenty of cauliflower rice recipes to choose from. This […]
There are easy 3 ingredient recipes for every occasion, season and palate. Perhaps you are in the mood to make a hearty meat dinner or something fancy with fish. It could be that you are looking for easy 3 ingredient recipes for the crockpot because you are going to be out all day and you […]
Once you know how to cook quinoa on the stove, you’ll want to use quinoa more often instead of grains like rice. Quinoa is quickly becoming a popular food in America and throughout the world. The fast spread of this low-fat superfood grain has led to people wondering how to cook it at home. Chances […]
Rice stuffed zucchini is quick and easy. Try this version! It’s a great recipe for stuffed zucchini, or stuffed courgette if that’s what it’s known as in your neck of the woods. You can cut your zucchini in to ‘boats’ or lengthwise strips or into wide slices. Perhaps you can get mini zucchini, or 8-ball […]
Authentic nasi goreng is an Indonesian fried rice dish made with day-old rice, kecap manis and a mix of aromatics like garlic, chili and shallot. It’s usually cooked quickly in a hot pan and served with egg and simple toppings. One thing that makes a noticeable difference is the rice. Fresh rice gets soft and […]
Egg fried rice without soy sauce is closer to how it’s made in many parts of China than the darker version most people know. Instead of relying on soy sauce, the flavor comes from the rice, eggs and whatever meat or vegetables you add. The result is lighter in color, with separate grains and a […]
There are thousands of potato recipes, and many ways to prepare roast potatoes, including this spicy roast potatoes recipe. One of the nicest things to do with them is spice them up before roasting, and then you will be able to enjoy the aromatic spices and the potatoes too with their crispy outsides and fluffy […]
Have you ever tried avocado in your potato salad? If not, make some avocado potato salad now because it is really tasty! The avocado adds a creamy, nutty, decadent touch to the salad which works so well. This rich, creamy salad goes beautifully as a side dish alongside chicken, burgers or any other meat. You […]