One of the most persistent myths about foreign food is that it’s difficult to recreate at home. On the contrary, there are plenty of delicious dishes from around the world that are super quick and easy to make at home! Check out these simple international dishes you can recreate when you’re cooped up inside.

Indian Gujarati Potatoes

When people think of Indian food, the first dish that comes to mind is curry. While there’s no short of curry in India, it’s also true that there are plenty of delicious Indian dishes that aren't curry. One of them is the divine side dish known as Gujarati potatoes. And luckily for the foodies of the world who can’t travel right now, these are simple and easy enough to make at home!

The cubed potatoes are spiced with flavors such as cilantro, chili powder, turmeric, desiccated coconut, and cumin. Not only are Gujarati potatoes quick and easy to make, but they’re also fun thanks to the fireworks that burst in the pan when you fry the spices.

Danish Smørrebrød

If you’re looking for an authentic recipe from around the world that’s easy enough to make at home, look no further than Danish smørrebrød, which happens to also be one of the prettiest dishes in existence. A classic lunch throughout Denmark and other countries in Scandinavia, smørrebrød is essentially an open-faced sandwich. You can assemble it in a matter of minutes, if not seconds.

Traditionally, dark and dense rye bread is used for smørrebrød. It is buttered before being topped with your favorite ingredients. Some of the typical topping combinations include cured salmon, pickled herring with curry sauce, roast pork with red cabbage, and roast beef with pickled horseradish and onions.

Soupe À L’oignon (Or French Onion Soup)

Everyone’s heard of French onion soup or soupe à l’oignon but few people realize how easy it is to recreate this classic dish at home. There are tons of French onion soup recipes available online and although they contain slight variances, the basic idea is always the same.

This hearty dish simply involves sautéing the star ingredient, onions, and adding delicious additions such as gruyere cheese and crispy baguette. White wine, water, and plain flour also go into the dish for flavor and consistency. The result is a sweet and cheesy favorite that will warm you up in the winter.

Turkish Lamb Kofte

Turkish cuisine is famous for its selection of flavorsome grilled meats, one of the most popular being lamb kofte. Featuring ground lamb and a few herbs and spices, this dish is wonderfully simple and never fails to amaze. The kofte are a cross between burger patties, sausages, and meatballs and are often spices with chili powder, sweet paprika, cumin, and allspice. Onion, eggs, and garlic also typically goes into them to add even more flavor.

Lamb kofte are often served with a Turkish or Middle Eastern-inspired dip, such as tzatziki or hummus. They are best cooked on the barbecue or over charcoal, but you can also fry them in a griddle pan to achieve a similar flavor.

Peruvian Ceviche

It really doesn’t get any simpler than ceviche. Raw fish that’s marinated in citrus juice and spices is easy enough for anyone to make, so there’s no need to travel all the way to Peru to enjoy this wonderfully fresh dish. You can also find this dish around South America, but many believe it originated in Peru.

Traditionally, skinless and boneless white fish fillets are used, such as snapper. You can marinate them in sugar, lime juice, salt, chili, and other additions such as cinnamon and red onion. This dish only takes 10 minutes to make and should be served immediately. The fresher the fish, the better it will taste!