Whether you are looking for some basic French recipes, or just want to master a few cooking cooking techniques from this beautiful country, we are here to help you with that. Here are some of the most essential French cooking recipes that you should master if you want to impress your family and friends. In addition, we will also show you some of the most essential tips and tricks that will make your cooking experience in the kitchen much more pleasant and enjoyable.
When it comes to typical foods of France, French onion soup and quiche are probably the first things that come to mind. And they are, of course, delicious. But if you want to expand your repertoire of French cuisine, read on to find out how to make a few of my favorite French dishes, broken down by category:
This Recipe uses: EggsAll-purpose flourRumButterSugar Pinch of saltBaking powderVanilla extractChantilly cream(Optional) Mixed berries A Baba au rhum is a traditional French cake soaked in a rum-based syrup and topped with chantilly cream. If you are looking for an easy French…
If you are looking for a quick and easy eggplant recipe, the bohemian aubergine might be just what you are looking for. This classic dish from the south of France has been a summer favorite for many a generation. While…
Croque, which translates in English as "to bite", is pronounced as "crok". The original Croque Monsieur was first seen on a restaurant menu of a Parisian café in 1910, becoming popular very quickly afterward. And since French chefs are always…
This Recipe uses: ZucchiniOlive oil Basil leavesMilkOlive oil EggsPinch of salt and pepperGruyère cheese or parmesan(Optional) Paprika Flan de courgettes, otherwise known as zucchini flan, is one of those easy recipes that is a classic in French homes. Loaded with delicious…
This Recipe uses: Chickpea flour (also known as garbanzo, besan flour, or gram flour)Olive oil Garlic flakesPinch of salt and pepperOil for baking or frying If you’re ever in the mood for something light and provençale, then you will want…
This Recipe uses: Zucchini (courgettes)Brousse cheese (alternative Ricotta)(Optional) Egg Crushed Garlic clovesOlive oilSalt and pepper Stuffed zucchini boats with cheese, otherwise known as Courgette farcie à la brousse in French, are the perfect side dish to any meal. They’re low…
This Recipe uses: ScallopsWholewheat pastaSpinachWhite button mushroomsGarlic flakesEchalote flakes Pesto or pistou saucePinch of salt and pepperCrème fraiche (heavy cream)Gruyère or emmental cheese Coquilles St. Jacques, aka scallops in English, is one of those delicate ingredients that tends to be…
This Recipe uses: ButterFlourBeef stock (low sodium)1 Small carrot1 Small onion (white or yellow) Canned tomato puréeGarlic clovesCeleryBay leaf(Optional) bacon lardonsPinch of salt and pepper Espagnole sauce literally translates to Spanish sauce. Don't be fooled though, this classic French sauce…
This Recipe uses: ButterFlourChicken stock crème fraiche (heavy cream)Pinch of salt and pepper One of the most classic French sauces is a velouté, which is simply a thickened stock, typically made with chicken or veal stock. Velouté is the French…
This Recipe uses: FlourEggsGrated cheese (eg. gruyère)ButterMilk WaterPinch of grated nutmegPinch of salt and pepper(Optional) Pinch of cayenne pepper French cuisine isn't really built for snacking, but when it comes to gougères, everyone is ready to make an exception. These…
This Recipe uses: Dill picklesCapersDried DillChopped chivesDried parsley Espelette pepper (or cayenne pepper)Lemon juicePinch of black pepperMayonnaise The traditional fish and chips may English, but the accompanying sauce tartare (tartar sauce) is all French. And if you are a lover…
This Recipe uses: ButterEschalot (shallot) onionsWhite wine vinegar (or cider vinegar) Dry white winePinch of salt and pepper(Optional) Fine herbs eg. thyme, basil, or parsley You may have had it at a high-end restaurant before: delicately baked fish topped off…
This Recipe uses: Crushed garlicRed chilliesEgg yolksOlive oil Dijon mustardPinch of saffronPinch of cayenne pepper French cuisine is not particularly known for its spiciness. The rouille sauce from Provence, however, is the exception. Sometimes called the French version of hot…
This Recipe uses: ButterCan of whole peeled tomatoesChicken stock Garlic Olive oilVariety of dried herbs (eg. thyme, basil, rosemary, oregano, or bay leaf) Pinch of salt and pepper(Optional) pinch of espelette pepper or cayenne pepper(Optional) chopped onions(Optional) crème fraiche or…
This Recipe uses: ButterFlourMilk Pinch of freshly grated nutmegPinch of salt and pepper If you enjoy French cuisine, you may have noticed that the béchamel sauce is the foundation for many classic French dishes that we love today. A classic…
This Recipe uses: Egg yolksButterSmall grey eschalot (shallot) onionsDry white wineWhite wine vinegar Pinch of tarragonPinch of salt and pepper(Optional) Fine herbs eg. parsley(Optional) Pinch of espelette or cayenne pepper When people think of French food, a few things that…
This Recipe uses: EggsFlourTomato coulis or tomato sauceGrated cheese (eg. gruyère, emmental, etc.) Pinch of dried basil and parsley leavesPinch of salt and pepperPinch of garlic flakes(Substitutable) ham(Substitutable) fresh spinach If you are looking for an easy breakfast idea, French…
This Recipe uses: egg yolksolive oil dijon mustard pinch of saltvinegar (wine or apple cider) If you love mayonnaise, but want to get away from the store-bought artifical stuff, you've come to the right place. Most store-bought mayonnaise is made with…
This Recipe uses: Egg yolksButterLemon Pinch of salt and pepper(Optional) pinch of cayenne pepper Sometimes you just want to jazz up that dry and boring ol' meal. Not to say that your cooking is boring, but you are looking for…
This Recipe uses: GarlicOlive oil Basil leaves Pinch of salt and pepper(Optional) Parmesan Not everyone is familiar with the French pistou. Similar to the Italian pesto, but not identical, it is a delicious crushed basil sauce that originated from the region…