To help you search for a particular regions national or traditional dishes, here is a list of the German dishes you may be familiar with and their recipes.
1. Recipes from Southern Germany
J.McGavin
Here are a few, typical dishes from Bavaria and Schwabia.
- Maultaschen - German Ravioli
- Schweinehachse - Crispy Ham Hocks
- Flaedlesuppe - Pancake Soup
- Kaesespaetzle - Cheese and Noodle Casserole
2. Recipes from Northern Germany
J.McGavin
Northern Germany is known for its fruit, its fish, and its stiff upper lip.
- Gruenkohl und Pinkel - Kale and Sausage
- Labskaus - Hamburg Beets, Potatoes and Herring
- Spargelessen - Asparagus Dinner
- Gruene Sosse - Frankfurter Green Sauce
- Schwenkerbraten - Grilled Pork Cutlets
3. East Germany - Former GRD - DDR and Berlin
J.McGavin
Long doing without and making substitutions do, East Germany has developed a modern culinary tradition of its own as well as kept traditional recipes alive.
- Berliner Milchreis - Rice Pudding from Berlin
- Goldbroiler - Roasted Chicken with Sauce
- Wuerzfleisch - Chicken Fricassee
- Dresdener Stollen - German Christmas Cake
- Koenigsberger Klopse - Meatballs in Caper Gravy
4. Austria - Recipes From Austria
J.McGavin
Aside from the Sound of Music, what else came from Austria? Look in this list for the short answer.
- Germknoedel filled with Powidl - Dumplings filled with Jam
- Wienerschnitzel - Fried Pork Cutlets
- Altwiener Apfelstrudel mit Vanillesosse
5. Switzerland
J.McGavin
Switzerland is known for its cheese and its chocolate.
- Kaesefondue - Cheese Fondue
- Roesti - Swiss Hash Browns
- Zuercher Geschnetzeltes - Zurich Ragout
