Recipes by Type of Dish
Over the years, we’ve gathered recipes from German chefs, cookbooks, food producers and more, as part of our mission to share the joy of authentic German food. You’ll find traditional regional recipes, café favorites, and recipes from Germany’s nouvelle cuisine — all representing the modern cuisine of German-speaking countries. Guten Appetit!
Appetizer
...finger food and small bites to welcome your guests featuring Germany's signature flavors...
Breads
...whole grain loafs, pretzels, and specialty breads...
Condiments, Pickles, Sauces and more
...pickled vegetables, sauces, marinades and dressings...
Desserts
...marinated fruit, whipped cream cakes, dark chocolate gingerbreads, and other sweets for every season...
Main Dishes
...schnitzels, roasts, wursts, rouladens and other ideas for the center of the plate...
Side Dishes
...small dishes to accompany the entree with complementary or contrasting flavors...
Soups
...liquid concoctions both hot and cold, to consume as a lighter meal or starter...
Beverages
...hot and cold drinks made from fruit juice, herbs, mineral water, beer, wine...
Cocktails
...a distinctly German take on aperitifs, mixed drink cocktails and punches...
Cookies
...all the classic Christmas cookies, and year-round favorites, too...
Ice Cream
...homemade granitas, slushies, and ice cream delights featuring seasonal fruits and herbs...
Salads
...cold dishes of raw or cooked vegetables, such as beets, asparagus, spaetzle, cucumbers, radishes, ramps, more...
Snacks
...small portions that are just the thing to taste between regular meals...
