21 Eastern European Dishes You've Never Heard Of (But Totally Should Try)

Eastern Europe has delicious foods besides pizza and pasta! Get ready to try new things. We're going on a taste adventure through 21 exciting dishes from Eastern Europe. You might not know their names yet, but you'll be saying "yum" after just one bite.

We'll discover savory dumplings, colorful salads, and even yummy sweet treats. So ditch the boring lunch and get ready to surprise your taste buds!

Polish Dill Pickle Soup (Zuppa Ogórkowa)

Dill Pickle Soup is my all-time favorite soup recipe for busy weeknights. It requires merely 30 minutes of your time and provides you with a hearty and satisfying bite. This easy soup is savory and creamy and kids love it too. Perfect for lunch or dinner, especially in cold winter weather. Get the recipe.

Fluffy Oladi (Apple Pancakes) 

People can't get enough of fluffy interior and crispy edges of these "Oladi" pancakes. Cozy, sweet and so delicious, these homemade Eastern European pancakes are a staple on a weekend breakfast menu. The recipe is so easy to make and it will sure become a family's favorite. Get the recipe.

Georgian Shashlik (Mtsvadi)

Juicy, flavorful and incredibly delicious Georgian Shashlik or Mtsvadi. Classic recipe that my family has been making for years. Easy and requires just 4 ingredients. Get the recipe.

Ukrainian Red Borscht (Beet Cabbage Soup)

This is traditional Ukrainian Soup. Picky kids approved, this healthy recipe won't skimp on flavor. I make this easy Borscht with beans and cabbage every week and I'm confident you'll love it too. Get the recipe.

Georgian Salad with Baby Sweet Peppers and Zucchini

Simple, fast yet super flavorful, this delicious Georgian Salad With Baby Sweet Peppers And Zucchini will make a great potluck recipe or a side dish to your main meal. Can be made on a grill or in a skillet. Get the recipe.

Trdelnik (Czech Walnut Cinnamon Pastry)

Trdelnik is one delicious dessert you are sure to find on every corner of Prague.
It's a traditional Czech pastry dough, wrapped around a stick, rolled in cinnamon-walnut and sugar mixture and baked to a crispy perfection. Let's get cooking! Get the recipe.

Hungarian Chicken Paprikash

This Chicken Paprikash recipe is a delicious one-pan weeknight dinner meal that features perfectly browned chicken that's braised in a creamy, sour cream based paprika sauce. What's best is that you only need some pantry staples to make this at home and it's a total crowd-pleaser! This is one of our favorite dinner meals that's kids and husband approved! Get the recipe.

Vinegret Salad (Beet Potato Salad)

Vinegret Salad is a worthy and delicious alternative to American Potato Salad. It features cooked beets, potatoes and carrots along with tangy dill pickles and green peas. This traditional Eastern European recipe has loads of flavor and great for side dish or dinner. Get the recipe.

Lobio (Georgian Bean Stew)

This Lobio recipe is one of the most popular and delicious dishes of Georgian cuisine. Best when made with dried beans, but canned beans are always an option when in a hurry. I'll show you how to make the best Lobio in the whole world. It's very easy, loaded with the healthy ingredients and incredible aroma. Get the recipe.

Homemade Chicken Kiev

Tender chicken fillet is stuffed with herbed butter, double breaded and cooked to a crispy perfection. It's a true comfort food on a plate. Get the recipe.

Chicken Rice Pilaf

This Chicken Rice Pilaf is one-pot delicious and comforting meal, perfect for busy weekdays. Get the recipe.

Green Borscht with Spinach

Such a delicious Green Borscht with Spinach. Classic Ukrainian recipe your whole family will enjoy. Ready to be served in 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

Apple Sponge Cake (Sharlotka)

Super delicious and moist Apple Sponge Cake, also called Sharlotka will become your new favorite apple dessert. It's so easy to make, topped with a sweet and crispy almond layer which literally melts in your mouth. Give this decadent fall treat a try and it won't disappoint! Get the recipe.

Polish Sauerkraut Soup

If you’re looking for a soup this fall or winter that’s comforting, filling, and slightly tangy, then give this Polish sauerkraut soup a try. Traditionally known as Kapusniak, it’s a tasty combination of tender pork ribs simmered in a rich broth, combined with the tangy sauerkraut and hearty potatoes. Get the recipe.

Chicken Goulash

Delight in our hearty Chicken Goulash recipe, brimming with tender chicken and a smoky paprika-infused sauce, perfect for any comfort food lover. Get the recipe.

Khachapuri (Georgian Flatbread)

This Georgian Flatbread can be served as a side dish or as a vegetarian main dish with a side salad. Filled with a combination of creamy and delicious cheeses and topped with an egg, these perfectly baked Khachapuri are sure to please your family and friends. Get the recipe.

Pierogies (Potato and Mushroom Dumplings)

These Pierogies is an ultimate Eastern European recipe that everyone loves. Made with just 6 ingredients, these potato and mushroom dumplings are sure to satisfy your comfort food craving. Get the recipe.

Hungarian Goulash

This authentic Hungarian goulash recipe has been passed down generations and is, by far, the easiest way to make this comforting stew at home with pantry-staple ingredients. Get the recipe.

Haluski

Haluski is a cozy dish from Eastern Europe that mixes soft noodles with sweet cabbage, all fried up with onion and bits of salty bacon. It's like a hug in a bowl, perfect for when you want something simple, hearty, and full of flavor. This dish is really easy to make, taking about 30 minutes from start to finish. That means you can have a delicious meal on the table without much fuss. Get the recipe.

Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff

This Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff is the perfect one-pot meal that'll be ready in under 30 minutes to give you a deliciously satisfying meal without having to slave away in the kitchen all day! It features chicken stroganoff, the chicken version of this incredibly popular Eastern European dish that we've all come to know and love. Get the recipe.

Authentic Lecsó (Hungarian Pepper Stew)

Lecsó is sort of the Hungarian version of the French ratatouille. It is a super easy tomato and pepper stew you can stir up in one pot within 30 minutes. If you would like to eat Lecsó EXACTLY how Hungarians eat it, you should try this recipe. Get the recipe.