Here you’ll find 77 Recipes that start with C that begin with C, organized from “Cabbage Rolls” to “Custard Tart”. Many are international staples, ranging from humble street foods to classic desserts.
Recipes that start with C are dishes whose canonical name begins with the letter C, spanning cuisines worldwide. Examples include “Ceviche”, a coastal Latin American raw fish dish, and “Cassoulet”, a French slow-cooked bean stew.
Below you’ll find the table with cuisine, difficulty, and preparation time (minutes).
Cuisine: Shows the dish’s typical regional or national origin, helping you find recipes from the cuisines you prefer.
Difficulty: Rates recipes as Easy, Medium, or Hard so you can match dishes to your skill level.
Preparation time (minutes): Estimated total minutes to prepare and cook, helping you pick recipes that fit your schedule.
Recipes that start with C
| Recipe Name | Cuisine | Difficulty | Prep Time (mins) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | American/Italian | Easy | 20 |
| Cacio e Pepe | Italian | Medium | 15 |
| Carbonara | Italian | Medium | 20 |
| Chicken Parmesan | Italian-American | Medium | 35 |
| Chicken Tikka Masala | Indian/British | Medium | 45 |
| Chicken Curry | Indian | Medium | 40 |
| Chicken Alfredo | Italian-American | Medium | 30 |
| Chicken Noodle Soup | American | Easy | 30 |
| Chili con Carne | Tex-Mex | Medium | 60 |
| Choripán | Argentinian | Easy | 20 |
| Churros | Spanish | Easy | 30 |
| Cioppino | Italian-American | Medium | 45 |
| Ceviche | Peruvian | Medium | 30 |
| Consommé | French | Hard | 120 |
| Creme Brulee | French | Medium | 60 |
| Croissant | French | Hard | 240 |
| Croque Monsieur | French | Easy | 20 |
| Cuban Sandwich | Cuban | Medium | 25 |
| Currywurst | German | Easy | 30 |
| Cannoli | Italian | Easy | 45 |
| Caprese Salad | Italian | Easy | 10 |
| Calzone | Italian | Medium | 45 |
| Cabbage Rolls | Eastern European | Medium | 90 |
| Cottage Pie | British | Medium | 60 |
| Chicken Kiev | Ukrainian | Medium | 60 |
| Catfish Po’ Boy | American (Louisiana) | Medium | 35 |
| Carne Asada | Mexican | Medium | 60 |
| Carne Guisada | Latin American | Medium | 90 |
| Chicken Satay | Southeast Asian | Medium | 30 |
| Chicken Pot Pie | American | Medium | 90 |
| Clam Chowder | American (New England) | Medium | 45 |
| Clafoutis | French | Medium | 50 |
| Collard Greens | Southern US | Medium | 45 |
| Cornbread | Southern US | Easy | 35 |
| Corn Chowder | American | Medium | 45 |
| Crab Cakes | American | Medium | 30 |
| Crab Rangoon | American Chinese | Easy | 30 |
| Coq au Vin | French | Hard | 150 |
| Cassoulet | French | Hard | 240 |
| Chana Masala | Indian | Easy | 35 |
| Chiles Rellenos | Mexican | Medium | 60 |
| Chimney Cake | Hungarian | Medium | 120 |
| Chocolate Mousse | French | Medium | 30 |
| Chocolate Chip Cookies | American | Easy | 25 |
| Chow Mein | Chinese | Easy | 20 |
| Char Siu | Chinese | Medium | 120 |
| Cha Gio | Vietnamese | Medium | 45 |
| Chole Bhature | Indian | Medium | 60 |
| Chicken Fried Steak | American | Medium | 35 |
| Chicken Marbella | Mediterranean | Medium | 90 |
| Ciabatta | Italian | Hard | 240 |
| Coquito | Puerto Rican | Easy | 20 |
| Corned Beef Hash | American/Irish | Medium | 40 |
| Cevapi | Balkan | Medium | 30 |
| Cantucci | Italian | Easy | 40 |
| Cannelloni | Italian | Medium | 60 |
| Caponata | Sicilian | Medium | 45 |
| Carbonnade Flamande | Belgian | Hard | 180 |
| Chicken and Dumplings | American | Medium | 90 |
| Chicken Milanese | Italian | Medium | 30 |
| Chicken Marsala | Italian-American | Medium | 40 |
| Chicken Shawarma | Middle Eastern | Medium | 50 |
| Chicken Enchiladas | Mexican | Medium | 60 |
| Chile Verde | Mexican | Medium | 120 |
| Club Sandwich | American | Easy | 15 |
| Congee | Chinese | Easy | 60 |
| Crepes Suzette | French | Medium | 30 |
| Creme Caramel | French/Spanish | Medium | 45 |
| Curry Laksa | Malaysian | Medium | 60 |
| Curry Puff | Southeast Asian | Easy | 45 |
| Cauliflower Cheese | British | Medium | 45 |
| Carrot Cake | American/British | Medium | 60 |
| Chicken Cordon Bleu | French/Swiss | Medium | 45 |
| Cornish Pasty | British | Medium | 90 |
| Corn Dogs | American | Easy | 30 |
| Coddled Eggs | British | Easy | 15 |
| Custard Tart | British/Portuguese | Medium | 50 |
Descriptions
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine tossed with anchovy-garlic dressing, Parmesan, and croutons; often credited to Caesar Cardini (also “Caesar”). Classic starter.
Cacio e Pepe
Roman pasta of Pecorino Romano and black pepper; simple yet bold. Name means “cheese and pepper.”
Carbonara
Creamy egg, Pecorino Romano, pancetta or guanciale pasta—rich, quick Roman favorite commonly called Carbonara.
Chicken Parmesan
Breaded chicken cutlets topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese; also called Chicken Parmigiana. Comfort-food classic.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Marinated grilled chicken in a spiced tomato-cream sauce; hugely popular Anglo-Indian curry.
Chicken Curry
Generic name for curried chicken preparations across South Asian cuisines; aromatic, spiced stew adaptable to many styles.
Chicken Alfredo
Rich pasta tossed with butter, cream, and Parmesan; popular U.S. adaptation of Italian sauces.
Chicken Noodle Soup
Comforting broth with chicken, noodles and vegetables; classic cold-time remedy and pantry staple.
Chili con Carne
Hearty stew of beef, chilies, tomatoes, and beans (varies regionally); name means “chili with meat.”
Choripán
Grilled chorizo served in crusty bread with chimichurri; popular South American street sandwich.
Churros
Fried choux-like dough dusted with sugar, often piped in ridged sticks; enjoyed with chocolate dipping sauce.
Cioppino
San Francisco seafood stew in tomato-wine broth with mixed shellfish and fish; rustic, hearty one-pot meal.
Ceviche
Raw fish marinated in citrus with chili, onion, and cilantro; iconic Peruvian coastal dish.
Consommé
Crystal-clear clarified beef or poultry broth served as an elegant consommé; technique-driven stock clarification.
Creme Brulee
Rich vanilla custard with a caramelized sugar crust; requires chilling then torching (aka Crème brûlée).
Croissant
Buttery, laminated pastry with flaky layers; labor- and time-intensive classic viennoiserie.
Croque Monsieur
Toasted ham-and-cheese sandwich with béchamel and melted Gruyère; French café favorite.
Cuban Sandwich
Pressed sandwich of roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard; also called Cubano.
Currywurst
Grilled sausage smothered in curry-ketchup sauce; iconic Berlin street food.
Cannoli
Sicilian fried pastry tubes filled with sweet ricotta; often studded with chocolate or candied fruit.
Caprese Salad
Simple salad of tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil and balsamic; bright Italian classic.
Calzone
Folded pizza pocket filled with cheese, meats, or vegetables; portable Neapolitan creation.
Cabbage Rolls
Leaves stuffed with meat-and-rice filling, simmered in tomato sauce; regional variations across Europe and the Middle East.
Cottage Pie
Ground beef topped with mashed potato and baked (similar to Shepherd’s Pie made with lamb); British comfort dish.
Chicken Kiev
Pounded chicken breast rolled around herb butter, breaded and fried or baked; buttery interior.
Catfish Po’ Boy
Fried catfish in a French roll with lettuce, tomato and remoulade; New Orleans sandwich tradition.
Carne Asada
Marinated, grilled flank or skirt steak sliced thin for tacos or plates; citrus and spice-forward.
Carne Guisada
Slow-simmered stewed beef in a savory gravy; a hearty comfort stew across Latin cuisines.
Chicken Satay
Skewered grilled marinated chicken with peanut sauce; popular Indonesian and Thai street food.
Chicken Pot Pie
Savory pie of chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce topped with pastry; hearty home-cooked classic.
Clam Chowder
Creamy soup of clams, potatoes and onions; New England and Manhattan styles vary.
Clafoutis
Baked custard-like batter with whole fruit—traditionally cherries; simple French dessert.
Collard Greens
Slow-simmered large-leaf greens often braised with smoked meat; staple Southern side dish.
Cornbread
Baked or skillet bread made with cornmeal; can be sweet or savory; Southern table essential.
Corn Chowder
Creamy soup highlighting sweet corn, often with potatoes and bacon; comforting seasonal dish.
Crab Cakes
Pan-fried patties of crab meat bound with minimal filler; regional Maryland style is famous.
Crab Rangoon
Fried wonton filled with cream cheese and crab (or imitation crab); popular appetizer in U.S. Chinese restaurants.
Coq au Vin
Chicken braised slowly in red wine with mushrooms and lardons; classic French slow-cooked stew.
Cassoulet
Slow-baked white bean casserole with various meats (duck, sausage, pork); rich regional specialty from Southwest France.
Chana Masala
Spicy, tangy chickpea curry common in North Indian cuisine; vegetarian street-food staple.
Chiles Rellenos
Roasted poblano chiles stuffed with cheese or meat, battered and fried; festive Mexican entree.
Chimney Cake
Kürtőskalács: sweet, spiral spit-roasted pastry coated in sugar; Central European fair treat.
Chocolate Mousse
Light whipped chocolate custard dessert; airy texture, can be quick to prepare.
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Classic drop cookie studded with chocolate chips; iconic bake-at-home treat.
Chow Mein
Stir-fried noodles with vegetables and protein; crispy or soft regional variations.
Char Siu
Cantonese-style red-roasted barbecued pork with a sweet-savory glaze; used as roast or in noodles.
Cha Gio
Vietnamese fried spring rolls (also called nem rán) filled with pork, vegetables and glass noodles.
Chole Bhature
Spiced chickpea curry (chole) served with deep-fried leavened bread (bhature); Punjabi breakfast favorite.
Chicken Fried Steak
Tenderized beef cutlet breaded and pan-fried, served with country gravy; Southern classic.
Chicken Marbella
Baked marinated chicken with olives, prunes and herbs; popularized by Silver Palate cookbook.
Ciabatta
Rustic Italian white bread with open crumb and crisp crust; requires long fermentation and shaping.
Coquito
Coconut-and-condensed-milk holiday cocktail similar to eggnog; creamy and spiced.
Corned Beef Hash
Diced corned beef fried with potatoes and onions until crispy; breakfast favorite.
Cevapi
Grilled spiced minced-meat sausages served with flatbread and condiments; Balkan street-food staple.
Cantucci
Tuscan twice-baked almond biscuits (biscotti di Prato) for dunking in Vin Santo.
Cannelloni
Tube pasta stuffed with meat or cheese, covered in sauce and baked; hearty Italian casserole.
Caponata
Sweet-and-sour eggplant stew with capers and olives; classic Sicilian vegetable relish.
Carbonnade Flamande
Slow-braised beef in beer with onions; savory Belgian stew often served with fries or bread.
Chicken and Dumplings
Comforting stew of chicken with drop or rolled dumplings simmered in broth; hearty family meal.
Chicken Milanese
Thin breaded and pan-fried chicken cutlet, often topped with lemon and salad.
Chicken Marsala
Sautéed chicken cutlets in a sweet Marsala wine and mushroom sauce; popular bistro dish.
Chicken Shawarma
Marinated spiced chicken roasted on a spit and sliced for wraps or plates; aromatic and flavorful.
Chicken Enchiladas
Corn tortillas filled with chicken and cheese, rolled and baked with sauce; widely varied regional styles.
Chile Verde
Pork stewed in green tomatillo and chili sauce; tangy, warming Mexican classic.
Club Sandwich
Triple-decker sandwich with turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo; diner staple.
Congee
Rice porridge served plain or with savory toppings; versatile comfort breakfast or sick-day food.
Crepes Suzette
Thin pancakes with orange butter and a flambéed sauce; elegant dessert from French cuisine.
Creme Caramel
Silky baked custard with a soft caramel topping (also called flan); simple retro dessert.
Curry Laksa
Spicy coconut curry noodle soup with seafood or chicken; bold Southeast Asian noodle bowl.
Curry Puff
Savory hand pie filled with curried potatoes and meat, deep-fried or baked; popular snack.
Cauliflower Cheese
Baked cauliflower in a creamy cheese sauce; classic British comfort side dish.
Carrot Cake
Moist spiced cake with grated carrot and usually cream-cheese frosting; beloved celebration cake.
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Breaded chicken breast rolled with ham and cheese, baked or fried; classic stuffed-cutlet dish.
Cornish Pasty
Handheld baked turnover filled with beef, potato, and rutabaga; traditional Cornish miner’s meal.
Corn Dogs
Hot dogs coated in cornmeal batter and deep-fried on a stick; classic fair food.
Coddled Eggs
Lightly cooked eggs steamed in a coddling pot with cream or seasoning; delicate breakfast dish.
Custard Tart
Baked pastry shell filled with egg custard; English custard tart or Portuguese variants.