Simple and delicious recipes for main dishes with photos

This section presents simple and delicious step-by-step recipes for main dishes with photos, which any beginner cook can prepare.

Meat Dishes

Simple recipes for meat dishes with step-by-step instructions.

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Dishes from Grains and Beans

Step-by-step photo recipes for dishes from grains and mushrooms.

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Dishes from Offal

Recipes for delicious dishes from offal to suit all tastes.

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Vegetable Dishes

Original simple and delicious dishes made from vegetables.

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Fish and Seafood Dishes

Healthy and delicious step-by-step recipes for fish and seafood.

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Dishes with Eggs, Cheese, Milk

Recipes with eggs, cheese, and milk for every day and taste.

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Mushroom Dishes

Simple step-by-step recipes for mushroom dishes.

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Dumplings

Recipes for dumplings with various fillings at home.

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Main dishes are also referred to as main or primary dishes. Their main ingredients typically include fish or meat, while vegetarian cuisine often features legumes and mushrooms. They are accompanied by various side dishes and sauces. Many dishes made from grains, vegetables, and dairy products can also be classified as main dishes.

The recipes for main dishes are so diverse that it's impossible to give a definitive answer about what can be made from a particular product. Many of them can be augmented and combined to taste, and even a single dish can take on a different flavor with various sauces.

The entire lunch menu is composed based on the main dish. It is to this dish that side dishes, soups, beverages, and desserts are matched.

On our website recepty.mobi, you can find simple step-by-step recipes for main dishes for every day with photos. Preparing them doesn't always require a lot of time and effort. Each recipe includes the required time, guiding you to successfully prepare a delicious lunch for serving.

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This rolled fish loaf is an elegant, original holiday centerpiece that looks impressive on the table and disappears just as fast. It's built from minced white fish — pollock, cod, hake or pike — combined with milk-soaked bread, egg and seasonings into a smooth fish farce. Spread the mixture on damp cheesecloth or parchment in a rectangle, top with a savory filling like sautéed mushrooms with onion, hard-boiled egg with herbs or grated cheese, then carefully roll into a tight log. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 35-40 minutes until golden, and serve hot or cold with lemon wedges. Proportions for a 6-8 serving roulade and tips for the most tender result inside.

Details: Author: Artyom; 24 March 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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A whole trout baked in foil is one of the most impressive — and easiest — fish dishes for any special occasion. The foil traps all the steam and juices so the trout stays incredibly moist and absorbs every bit of flavor from the herbs and lemon inside the cavity. Clean and pat the fish dry, rub it inside and out with salt, pepper and olive oil, and stuff the belly with sprigs of rosemary, thyme, lemon slices and a few smashed garlic cloves. Wrap tightly in foil and bake at 180-200°C (360-400°F) for 30-40 minutes depending on size. I'll share exact timings by weight and ideas for plating and serving with a side dish.

Details: Author: Artyom; 15 March 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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Pork liver patties are a tender, savory homestyle dinner – and the secret to eliminating any bitterness is soaking the liver in milk for 1-2 hours before grinding. This simple step removes the strong aftertaste and softens the texture beautifully. Into the ground liver I mix sauteed onions, grated carrot, an egg and a spoonful of semolina or flour as a binder – semolina makes the patties especially fluffy and light. Fry them in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. The result is melt-in-your-mouth liver patties packed with rich, savory flavor and zero bitterness. Serve with sour cream and mashed potatoes or buckwheat for a comforting family meal.

Details: Author: Artyom; 12 March 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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Polpette are the original Italian meatballs — tender, herbaceous and simmered in a rich tomato sauce with garlic and fresh basil. What sets them apart from American-style meatballs is the mix-in: grated parmesan, milk-soaked white bread and a generous handful of fresh parsley make every bite light, juicy and full of flavor. Pan-fry the polpette first until golden, then finish them in a sauce of fresh tomatoes or passata with garlic, olive oil and torn basil for 15-20 minutes. Serve them over spaghetti as the Italians do, or simply with a hunk of crusty ciabatta to mop up the sauce. Authentic proportions for 4 servings inside.

Details: Author: Artyom; 07 March 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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White fish baked in the oven with vegetables is a simple, healthy and genuinely delicious one-pan dinner that fits perfectly into a family menu or a clean-eating plan. Any lean white fish works — cod, pollock, hake, whiting or sea bass. The fish and the side dish cook together in a single baking pan, saving both time and dishes. Place fish pieces on a bed of sautéed onion and carrot or raw vegetables (tomato, bell pepper, zucchini), season with salt, pepper and lemon juice and bake at 180-200°C (360-400°F) for 25-30 minutes. The result is tender, juicy fish and a fragrant vegetable side dish in one. Proportions for 4 servings and tips inside.

Details: Author: Artyom; 04 March 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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Georgian-style baked beef in the oven is a mix of tasty meat and juicy onions that will delight with the bright aroma of barbecue and the simplicity of preparation. The dish is very hearty, delicious, and spicy. It's easier to prepare than you think!

Details: Author: Artyom; 03 March 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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Beef with mushrooms in cream sauce on the stovetop is a mix of refined flavors and aromas that come together in a delicious, hearty and remarkably tender dish. In spirit and technique it's close to classic beef stroganoff, but thanks to the generous amount of mushrooms it turns out richer and thicker. The main secrets of success are slicing the beef thinly across the grain and searing it quickly over high heat to keep the meat juicy, then briefly braising with mushrooms and cream. It's served with any side, but ideally with mashed potatoes or thin pasta. Slice the beef across the grain into thin matchsticks, dredge in flour and sear over high heat until golden. Slice button mushrooms and sauté with onion until the moisture evaporates. Combine the meat with the mushrooms, pour over cream with salt, pepper and thyme and braise for 5-7 minutes until the sauce comes together. Proportions for 500 g of beef inside.

Details: Author: Artyom; 02 March 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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What family is not familiar with dumplings and vareniki? - Probably every one of us has cooked this dish together with parents, children, and other relatives at some point. And how nice and convenient it is to later take them out of the freezer, boil them, and enjoy them with the whole family.

Details: Author: Artyom; 26 February 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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Chicken gizzard goulash is a tasty, budget-friendly and remarkably hearty home dish in which properly cooked chicken gizzards turn out soft and tender, like a meat stew, served in a thick fragrant sauce based on tomato paste, sour cream, onion and spices. The main secret of a successful goulash is sufficiently long simmering of the gizzards over low heat (at least 1-1.5 hours), thanks to which any toughness disappears and a pleasant texture forms. It's served with any side, but ideally with mashed potatoes, buckwheat, rice or pasta. Rinse the chicken gizzards thoroughly, trim membranes and halve them. Brown on a hot pan with onion and carrot, add tomato paste, salt, black pepper and bay leaf, and pour over hot water or broth. Braise covered for 1-1.5 hours until completely tender. At the end stir in sour cream and herbs. Proportions for 1 kg of gizzards inside.

Details: Author: Artyom; 10 February 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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Juicy beef cutlets with herbs and semolina are a simple, budget-friendly and remarkably tasty home dish in which classic ground beef is enriched with fragrant fresh herbs and semolina instead of the usual bread. The semolina plays a key role: it absorbs excess liquid, makes the cutlets significantly more tender, fluffy and juicy, while the fresh herbs give the dish a bright flavor and beautiful green flecks. It's a great option for a family lunch or dinner when you want something simple yet interesting. Mix ground beef with finely chopped onion, semolina, an egg, a finely chopped mix of dill, parsley and green onion, salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and let rest for 15-20 minutes so the semolina swells. Form patties and fry on a hot oiled pan for 4-5 minutes per side. Proportions for 500 g of ground beef inside.

Details: Author: Artyom; 06 February 2020; Last Updated: 29 March 2026

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Simple and delicious recipes for main dishes with photos

Meat Dishes

Dishes from Grains and Beans

Dishes from Offal

Vegetable Dishes

Fish and Seafood Dishes

Dishes with Eggs, Cheese, Milk

Mushroom Dishes

Dumplings

Fish Mince Roll – A Delicious Holiday Dish

Whole Baked Trout in Foil in the Oven

Pork Liver Cutlets – Step-by-Step Recipe with Photos (Without Bitterness)

Italian Polpette

Baked White Fish in the Oven

Georgian-style Beef in the Oven

Beef with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce in a Skillet

Lenten dumplings with potatoes – how to cook quickly and easily

Goulash from Chicken Gizzards – A Delicious and Budget-Friendly Snack

Juicy Beef Patties in a Skillet