This list includes 72 Recipes that start with W, from “Waakye” to “Wurstsalat”. They span global home cooking, street food, and classic bakes. Use them for meal planning, inspiration, or editorial research.
Recipes that start with W are dishes whose commonly used name begins with the letter W. They include regional staples like Ghana’s “Waakye” and German “Wurstsalat”, showing a wide cultural range.
Below you’ll find the table with name, cuisine, difficulty, preparation time, notes, and a source link.
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Recipes that start with W
| Recipe | Cuisine | Difficulty | Prep Time (minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffles | Belgian | Easy | 20 |
| Waldorf salad | American | Easy | 15 |
| Wonton soup | Chinese | Medium | 40 |
| Wiener schnitzel | Austrian | Medium | 30 |
| White Russian | American cocktail | Easy | 5 |
| Whiskey sour | American cocktail | Easy | 5 |
| White cake | American | Medium | 60 |
| White chocolate mousse | French | Medium | 30 |
| Welsh rarebit | Welsh | Easy | 20 |
| Welsh cakes | Welsh | Easy | 30 |
| Waterzooi | Belgian | Hard | 90 |
| Wontons | Chinese | Medium | 45 |
| Whitebait fritters | New Zealand | Easy | 20 |
| Whitefish salad | Jewish American | Easy | 15 |
| White sauce | French | Easy | 10 |
| White bean chili | American | Medium | 60 |
| White pizza | Italian-American | Medium | 30 |
| Whole roasted chicken | American | Medium | 90 |
| Whole wheat bread | American | Hard | 180 |
| Whole wheat pancakes | American | Easy | 20 |
| Wheatberry salad | American | Easy | 30 |
| White chocolate chip cookies | American | Medium | 30 |
| Warabi mochi | Japanese | Easy | 25 |
| Watercress soup | British | Easy | 25 |
| Watermelon salad | Mediterranean | Easy | 15 |
| Walnut cake | British | Medium | 90 |
| Walnut brittle | American | Medium | 30 |
| Walnut baklava | Middle Eastern | Medium | 90 |
| Wafu pasta | Japanese | Easy | 20 |
| White clam pizza | Italian-American | Medium | 40 |
| Whiskey glazed ham | American | Medium | 120 |
| Whiskey cake | American | Medium | 75 |
| White chocolate cheesecake | American | Hard | 120 |
| Whipped cream | French | Easy | 5 |
| White chocolate bark | American | Easy | 15 |
| Water chestnut cake | Chinese | Medium | 45 |
| Watermelon sorbet | International | Easy | 20 |
| Weisswurst | German | Medium | 20 |
| Wonton noodles | Chinese | Medium | 40 |
| White chocolate macadamia cookies | American | Medium | 30 |
| Western omelette | American | Easy | 10 |
| White balsamic vinaigrette | International | Easy | 10 |
| Wakame salad | Japanese | Easy | 10 |
| Walnut stuffed dates | Middle Eastern | Easy | 15 |
| White bean ragu | Italian | Medium | 45 |
| White chocolate panna cotta | Italian | Medium | 240 |
| White hot chocolate | International | Easy | 10 |
| Walnut salad | International | Easy | 15 |
| Watermelon gazpacho | Spanish | Easy | 15 |
| White sangria | Spanish | Easy | 10 |
| Whiskey brownies | American | Medium | 40 |
| White chocolate truffles | French | Medium | 30 |
| Walnut loaf | American | Medium | 90 |
| Wasabi tuna | Japanese | Medium | 20 |
| Whiting fry | British | Medium | 25 |
| Whitefish chowder | American | Medium | 60 |
| Whole wheat pizza crust | American | Hard | 120 |
| Wild mushroom risotto | Italian | Medium | 45 |
| Wild rice pilaf | American | Medium | 40 |
| Wild salmon en papillote | French | Medium | 25 |
| White barbecue sauce | American Southern | Easy | 10 |
| Walnut butter | International | Easy | 10 |
| Wurstsalat | German | Easy | 20 |
| Waakye | Ghanaian | Medium | 120 |
| Watercress salad | British | Easy | 10 |
| Wildberry jam | International | Medium | 50 |
| Wild boar ragu | Italian | Hard | 180 |
| Wedge salad | American | Easy | 15 |
| Warm spinach salad | American | Easy | 15 |
| White chicken chili | American | Medium | 60 |
| Whole berry cranberry sauce | American | Easy | 15 |
| Waffle cone | American | Medium | 30 |
Descriptions
Waffles
Crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-inside batter cooked in a waffle iron (Belgian waffles are a common variant). Great for breakfasts and toppings. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waffle
Waldorf salad
Classic fruit-and-nut salad with apples, celery, grapes, and walnuts; named for NYC’s Waldorf Hotel. Refreshing side dish. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waldorf_salad
Wonton soup
Clear broth studded with filled dumplings (wontons); common Cantonese comfort dish served with greens. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonton_soup
Wiener schnitzel
Thin veal (or pork) cutlet breaded and fried until golden; a Viennese classic often served with lemon. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiener_Schnitzel
White Russian
Creamy cocktail of vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream (made famous by pop culture). Quick, rich after-dinner drink. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_Russian_(cocktail)
Whiskey sour
Classic shaken cocktail of whiskey, lemon juice, and sugar (often with egg white). Bright and balanced. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whiskey_sour
White cake
Light-textured layer cake made with egg whites for pale crumb; often frosted for celebrations. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_cake
White chocolate mousse
Silky, airy dessert using white chocolate and whipped cream (a twist on classic mousse). Elegant and sweet. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mousse
Welsh rarebit
Savory melted cheese sauce served over toast (historically “rarebit,” not rabbit); gooey and comforting. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welsh_rarebit
Welsh cakes
Griddle-cooked sweet flat cakes studded with currants; traditional Welsh treat. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welsh_cakes
Waterzooi
Creamy Flemish stew typically with fish or chicken, vegetables, and a rich velouté base; hearty regional dish. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waterzooi
Wontons
Versatile filled dumplings that can be boiled, steamed, or fried; wrappers encase meat or veggie fillings. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonton
Whitebait fritters
Tiny fried fish mixed into batter and pan-fried into fritters; a New Zealand coastal specialty. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whitebait
Whitefish salad
Smoked whitefish flaked and mixed with mayo, herbs, and onion; popular deli spread. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whitefish_salad
White sauce
Basic béchamel sauce of butter, flour, and milk; foundation for gratins and creamy dishes. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/B%C3%A9chamel_sauce
White bean chili
Hearty chili using white beans, chicken or pork, and green chiles—lighter but savory. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_chicken_chili
White pizza
Pizza without tomato sauce, topped with cheeses, garlic, olive oil, and greens (pizza bianca style). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pizza_bianca
Whole roasted chicken
Simple whole bird seasoned and oven-roasted until golden; a go-to Sunday dinner and leftovers source. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roast_chicken
Whole wheat bread
Homemade brown loaf using whole-wheat flour; requires kneading and rising but yields hearty slices. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whole_wheat_bread
Whole wheat pancakes
Nutty, wholesome pancakes made with whole-wheat flour for a fiber-rich breakfast. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pancake
Wheatberry salad
Chewy cooked wheat berries tossed with vegetables, herbs, and vinaigrette—great make-ahead grain salad. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wheatberry
White chocolate chip cookies
Classic cookie dough studded with sweet white chocolate chips for a creamy, buttery bite. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chocolate_chip_cookie
Warabi mochi
Jelly-like sweet made from bracken starch, coated with kinako (roasted soybean flour); a springtime wagashi. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warabimochi
Watercress soup
Peppery green soup pureed with potatoes or cream for a bright starter or light lunch. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watercress
Watermelon salad
Refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, herbs, cheese, and a light vinaigrette. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watermelon_salad
Walnut cake
Moist layered or sheet cake flavored with chopped walnuts; often paired with caramel or cream cheese icing. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walnut_cake
Walnut brittle
Crunchy caramelized sugar candy studded with walnuts; a nutty sweet treat. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brittle_(confection)
Walnut baklava
Layered phyllo pastry filled with chopped walnuts and syrup; a regional baklava variant. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baklava
Wafu pasta
Japanese-style pasta (wafu) combining Italian technique with soy, dashi, and Japanese flavors. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wafu_pasta
White clam pizza
Thin-crust pizza topped with clams, garlic, olive oil, and cheese—Boston specialty. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_clam_pizza
Whiskey glazed ham
Roasted ham finished with a sticky whiskey-and-sugar glaze for sweet-savory holiday appeal. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glazed_ham
Whiskey cake
Dense, often soaked cake flavored with whiskey and warming spices; popular Southern dessert. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whiskey_cake
White chocolate cheesecake
Creamy baked cheesecake featuring white chocolate for extra sweetness; rich and indulgent. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheesecake
Whipped cream
Light, aerated cream sweetened and whipped to soft or stiff peaks; versatile topping or filling. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whipped_cream
White chocolate bark
Melted white chocolate spread and topped with nuts, dried fruit, or candy; set and broken into pieces. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chocolate_bark
Water chestnut cake
Cantonese steamed cake (ma tai gou) made from water chestnut flour; lightly sweet and slightly chewy. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_chestnut
Watermelon sorbet
Bright, icy sorbet made from pureed watermelon and sugar—refreshing and dairy-free. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sorbet
Weisswurst
Traditional Bavarian white sausage made from veal and pork, gently poached and often eaten for breakfast. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weisswurst
Wonton noodles
Egg noodles served with wontons and a light soy-based broth or sauce, Cantonese comfort food. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wonton_noodles
White chocolate macadamia cookies
Buttery cookies studded with white chocolate and macadamia nuts—chewy with crunchy nuts. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_chocolate#Cookies_and_baking
Western omelette
Pan-fried omelette filled with ham, peppers, and onions—classic diner breakfast staple. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omelette
White balsamic vinaigrette
Light, slightly sweet vinaigrette using white balsamic vinegar for dressings and marinades. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vinaigrette
Wakame salad
Seaweed salad dressed with sesame, soy, and rice vinegar—popular Japanese starter. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakame
Walnut stuffed dates
Sweet dried dates filled with walnut halves—simple, elegant snack or dessert bite. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Date_palm#Culinary_uses
White bean ragu
Hearty vegetarian ragu of white beans simmered with tomatoes, herbs, and olive oil; served with pasta or polenta. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rag%C3%B9
White chocolate panna cotta
Silky cream dessert set with gelatin and flavored with white chocolate; requires chilling to set. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panna_cotta
White hot chocolate
Warm, comforting drink made by melting white chocolate into milk; richer than regular hot chocolate. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_chocolate
Walnut salad
Mixed greens tossed with toasted walnuts, cheese, and vinaigrette—simple, crunchy salad. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salad
Watermelon gazpacho
Cold blended soup that combines watermelon and tomatoes for a sweet-savory chilled starter. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gazpacho
White sangria
Refreshing pitcher cocktail using white wine, fresh fruit, and a splash of liqueur or soda. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangria
Whiskey brownies
Fudgy brownies with a hit of whiskey folded into the batter or glaze for boozy depth. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brownie
White chocolate truffles
Small confections made from white chocolate ganache rolled and coated with cocoa or nuts. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chocolate_truffle
Walnut loaf
Savory or sweet dense loaf studded with walnuts; can be a nutty bread or meatloaf variation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loaf_(food)
Wasabi tuna
Seared tuna crusted or served with wasabi for sharp heat; quick-cooking, restaurant-style dish. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wasabi
Whiting fry
Lightly battered or breaded whiting fillets fried until crisp; classic seaside fare. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whiting
Whitefish chowder
Creamy New England–style chowder using whitefish, potatoes, and aromatic herbs. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chowder
Whole wheat pizza crust
Homemade pizza dough using whole-wheat flour for a nuttier, denser crust—requires rising time. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pizza_dough
Wild mushroom risotto
Creamy arborio rice cooked slowly with broth and mixed mushrooms for an earthy entrée. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Risotto
Wild rice pilaf
Nutty wild rice cooked with aromatics, nuts, or dried fruit for a textured side dish. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wild_rice
Wild salmon en papillote
Salmon and vegetables sealed in parchment and baked to steam in their own juices—simple, healthy. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/En_papillote
White barbecue sauce
Tangy mayonnaise- and vinegar-based white sauce from Alabama, used for chicken or pork. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_barbecue_sauce
Walnut butter
Ground walnuts pureed into a spreadable butter—nutty alternative to peanut or almond butter. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nut_butter
Wurstsalat
Sliced sausage salad dressed with vinegar, oil, and onions—popular German cold appetizer. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wurstsalat
Waakye
Ghanaian rice-and-beans dish cooked together and served with sides like shito and gari; street-food staple. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waakye
Watercress salad
Peppery watercress tossed with lemon or vinaigrette and simple add-ins like eggs or cheese. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watercress
Wildberry jam
Cookdown of mixed wild berries and sugar reduced to a spreadable preserve—great for toast and baking. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jam
Wild boar ragu
Slow-cooked rich ragu using wild boar, red wine, and tomatoes—served over pasta, polenta, or polenta. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rag%C3%B9
Wedge salad
Iceberg wedge topped with blue cheese, bacon, tomatoes, and dressing—a classic steakhouse starter. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wedge_salad
Warm spinach salad
Wilted spinach dressed with warm bacon vinaigrette and topped with onions and nuts—comforting side. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spinach_salad
White chicken chili
A variant of chili using shredded chicken, white beans, and green chiles for a milder, creamy stew. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_chicken_chili
Whole berry cranberry sauce
Simple stovetop sauce with whole cranberries and sugar, ideal for roast dinners and holidays. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cranberry_sauce
Waffle cone
Crisp, sweet cone made from waffle batter shaped while warm to hold ice cream; homemade treat. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waffle_cone