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Belgian cuisine, often overshadowed by its French and German neighbors, is nonetheless rich, hearty, and full of character. It reflects the country’s cultural diversity, at the crossroads of Flemish, Walloon, and even Germanic influences. Based on simple yet high-quality ingredients, it highlights staples such as potatoes, butter, beer, seasonal vegetables, as well as meats and fish sourced from the countryside or the North Sea coast.
Among the iconic dishes are the famous mussels and fries, Flemish carbonnades (beef stewed in beer), Liège-style meatballs (meatballs in a sauce made with Liège syrup), and waterzooi (creamy chicken or fish stews). Belgian waffles, speculoos, and chocolates round out this culinary heritage. Not to mention beer, a true cultural pillar, which is not only consumed but also used in cooking. Belgian cuisine thus combines tradition and conviviality, always emphasizing flavor and generosity.
Here’s the recipe for Flemish beer stew, which my brother and I made for a Christmas dinner. It took quite a bit of effort to prepare this delicious dish, with its mile-long list of ingredients 😅 But ...
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