This list includes 35 Recipes that start with J, from “Jaegerschnitzel” to “Julekake”. These entries span international savory and baked dishes useful for menu planning, inspiration, and content research.
Recipes that start with J are a varied group of international dishes named with the letter J. Notable examples include German Jaegerschnitzel and Norwegian julekake, showing both everyday and festive recipes.
Below you’ll find the table with cuisine, difficulty, preparation time (minutes), notes, and source.
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Difficulty: Labels recipes as Easy, Medium, or Hard so you can pick dishes that match your cooking skill and time.
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Notes: Includes alternate names, serving suggestions, or key ingredients to help you recognize variations and adapt the recipe.
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Recipes that start with J
| Recipe | Cuisine | Difficulty | Prep time (mins) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jambalaya | Cajun/Creole | Medium | 45 |
| Jerk chicken | Jamaican | Medium | 60 |
| Jollof rice | West African | Medium | 60 |
| Jalebi | Indian | Medium | 45 |
| Jam | Various | Easy | 45 |
| Jelly | Various | Easy | 30 |
| Johnnycake | American | Easy | 25 |
| Jiaozi | Chinese | Medium | 60 |
| Jaegerschnitzel | German | Medium | 35 |
| Jambon-beurre | French | Easy | 10 |
| Jansson’s temptation | Swedish | Medium | 60 |
| Japanese curry | Japanese | Medium | 40 |
| Jalfrezi | Indian | Medium | 35 |
| Jeera rice | Indian | Easy | 20 |
| Jelly roll | British/American | Medium | 50 |
| Jellied eels | British | Medium | 45 |
| Jibarito | Puerto Rican | Medium | 30 |
| Jianbing | Chinese | Medium | 20 |
| Jigarthanda | Indian (Tamil) | Medium | 30 |
| Jota | Slovenian/Italian Istria | Medium | 90 |
| Juane | Peruvian | Medium | 90 |
| Juicy Lucy | American | Medium | 30 |
| Japanese omelette | Japanese | Medium | 20 |
| Jalapeño poppers | American | Easy | 30 |
| Jam roly-poly | British | Medium | 60 |
| Jerusalem artichoke soup | International | Medium | 45 |
| Joojeh kabab | Iranian | Medium | 120 |
| Jajangmyeon | Korean | Medium | 40 |
| Japchae | Korean | Medium | 40 |
| Jicama slaw | Mexican | Easy | 15 |
| Jamaican patty | Jamaican | Medium | 45 |
| Jamaican rice and peas | Jamaican | Medium | 50 |
| Jerk pork | Jamaican | Medium | 90 |
| Julekake | Norwegian | Medium | 120 |
| Jangjorim | Korean | Medium | 90 |
Descriptions
Jambalaya
Creole one-pot rice with meat, seafood and spices — hearty Louisiana classic.
Jerk chicken
Spicy marinated and grilled chicken using allspice-based jerk rub; iconic Jamaican street and home dish.
Jollof rice
Tomato-based seasoned rice popular across West Africa, with many national variations and festive appeal.
Jalebi
Crispy, spiral deep-fried batter soaked in fragrant sugar syrup — a syrupy South Asian sweet.
Jam
Fruit preserves cooked with sugar until thick; versatile for toast, pastries and desserts.
Jelly
Clear fruit spread or dessert made from fruit juice and pectin; light, wobbly and refreshing.
Johnnycake
Cornmeal flatbread or pancake from New England and Caribbean traditions, simple and rustic.
Jiaozi
Chinese dumplings filled with meat or vegetables; boiled, steamed or pan-fried and common for celebrations.
Jaegerschnitzel
Breaded pork or veal cutlet served with a creamy mushroom (Jäger) sauce; German comfort food.
Jambon-beurre
Classic French ham-and-butter sandwich on a baguette — simple, iconic Parisian staple.
Jansson’s temptation
Creamy potato, onion and anchovy (sprats) casserole; a beloved Swedish comfort dish.
Japanese curry
Thick, mildly spiced stew served over rice — popular home-cooked comfort food in Japan.
Jalfrezi
Stir-fried curry with peppers, tomatoes and spices; tangy, saucy and originally from Bengali cookery.
Jeera rice
Fragrant basmati rice tempered with cumin seeds (jeera); a simple, aromatic curry accompaniment.
Jelly roll
Sponge cake rolled with jam or cream filling; also known as a Swiss roll in many places.
Jellied eels
Traditional East London dish of simmered eels cooled into a savory jelly — historic street food.
Jibarito
Sandwich using flattened fried plantain “buns” filled with steak, cheese, lettuce and garlic mayo.
Jianbing
Popular Chinese street crepe with egg, scallions, sauces and a crunchy wonton sheet for texture.
Jigarthanda
Chilled milk-based Madurai specialty with almond-like syrup and chewy elements; cooling South Indian dessert drink.
Jota
Hearty stew of beans, sauerkraut and potatoes with smoked pork — traditional Istrian comfort food.
Juane
Amazonian parcel of seasoned rice and chicken wrapped in banana leaf, traditionally eaten during festivals.
Juicy Lucy
Cheese-stuffed burger patty cooked until molten inside — a Minneapolis burger classic.
Japanese omelette
Rolled sweet-savory layered omelette (tamagoyaki), common in bento boxes and sushi.
Jalapeño poppers
Cream cheese–filled and breaded jalapeños, baked or fried — a crunchy, spicy appetizer.
Jam roly-poly
Suet or shortcrust pudding rolled with jam and steamed or baked; classic British comfort dessert.
Jerusalem artichoke soup
Creamy soup made from Jerusalem artichokes (sunchokes), often blended with potatoes and herbs.
Joojeh kabab
Saffron-and-lemon marinated chicken kebabs, char-grilled for fragrant Persian flavor.
Jajangmyeon
Noodles in a thick black-bean sauce with pork and vegetables; beloved Korean-Chinese comfort food.
Japchae
Stir-fried sweet potato glass noodles with vegetables and beef; glossy, slightly sweet and savory.
Jicama slaw
Crisp, refreshing salad of julienned jicama with lime, chili and herbs — great as a side or topping.
Jamaican patty
Flaky pastry turnover filled with spiced beef, chicken or vegetables — popular handheld snack.
Jamaican rice and peas
Rice cooked with kidney beans (or peas), coconut milk and spices — staple accompaniment in Jamaican meals.
Jerk pork
Pork rubbed with spicy jerk seasoning, slow-cooked or grilled for smoky, aromatic Caribbean flavor.
Julekake
Sweet cardamom bread studded with dried fruit, traditionally served at Christmas in Norway.
Jangjorim
Soy-simmered beef strips with hard-boiled eggs; savory, slightly sweet banchan (Korean side dish).