Introduction

Everyone knows that food has its language and, thanks to the internet, millions of cooks and culinary enthusiasts from around the world are looking for new recipes, revising the classics or practicing their creativity. Most searched for recipes in 2024 tell the trends and what people want, cook and share the most. These searches are about fast food and complicated meals, about familiarity and the new and the unfamiliar; the search for both variety and for the taste of home.

Here we look at 10 recipes that are found on Google most in 2024, and bring to light the recipes that have interest home based chefs. If you are an experienced cook, these recipes are for you too, and sometimes we will provide you with tips to make your cooking process even easier!

1. Sourdough Bread

Many baking manias, which can be attributed to the rise of pandemic consciousness, can be seen to have long been established. Sourdough bread is one of the most searched recipes on the Internet with bakers fine tuning their sourdough bread recipes. Performing the craft of making a sourdough starter is intriguing, and so is cutting a warm and crisp bread loaf.

Tip: For starters, please allow up to a week for the sourdough starter to become active. And remember, do not despair if you have not achieved the most perfect loaf, this is not just for the first time, as they say, a sourdough is up to a hundred times of corrections.

2. Air Fryer Chicken Wings

By 2024, air fryer recipes are at an all-time high and none is more popular than chicken wings. This bothers the heart chefs mostly the health conscious cooks as they use the air fryer to prepare the best, crispy, yummy wings without deep frying them. Wherever and whichever occasion it may be, be it for game night or a casual dinner, chicken wings are loved by all.

Tip: Try different seasonings and sauces, for example, buffalo, BBQ, garlic parmesan and come up with your own favorite. Many chefs advise placing the wings in the middle of the cooking process and flipping the wings over so that both the top and bottom of the wings get crisp.

3. Birria Tacos

Mexican slow cooked spiced meat dish Birria Tacos are one food trend which has caught on within the social media lens and is still raging on. Oriental in origin, garnished with fried garlic and red onions these savory and crunchy tacos are best accompanied with a dipping broth referred to as the consommé.

Tip: The ingredients are more often meat – beef or goat most of the times is marinated in chili, garlic and other spices for at least one night. To fry the tacos as usual, immerse the tortillas in the birria broth to get the delicious crunch on the outside.

4. Butter Boards

Thanks to TikTok and Instagram, butter boards have become quite the hit with the crowd at the parties. This really nice and practical layout shows butter that has been softened by placing it on a board and then adding different spices, herbs, and ingredients such as honey, chili flakes or orange zest on top. Dipping bread in butter makes an appearance and is very social making the appetizer interactive.

Tip: One serving of wrap is made with room temperature butter, and toppings are best left to the creativity of the cook. Insert roasted garlic for that deep, robust taste or garnish with fresh herbs such as rosemary for that hint of smell.

5. Korean Corn Dogs

Korean street food is still trending in the food world and the Korean Corn Dogs are one of the most sought recipe in 2024. These corn dogs are crispy, cheesy corn dogs with toppings ranging from panko breadcrumbs to crushed ramen noodles for that extra crunch and some richness.

Tip: Chill the cheese so that it does not become soft and melty when you are coating it in the batter. And, you can also opt for a dusting of sugar on the cooked corn dogs, for that true Korean street flavor.

6. Feta Pasta

This started from one of the trends that began on TikTok where someone posted a video of baked feta pasta. The attraction is in its minimalism—the block of feta is baked with cherry tomatoes, the pasta is boiled, and you get a creamy, delicious dinner in less than an hour.

Tip: As for varieties, you can stir in basil or oregano for spiciness and also incorporate some grounded roasted vegetables if needed.

7. Pancake Cereal

Who would have thought that, turning pancakes into different bites would become a talking point now? Pancake cereal, which is miniature pancakes similar to that of the conventional pancake, but served in a bowl like cereal and eaten the same way, has proved popular with a breakfast cereal familiar. It gives a cute look, is fun to make, and there are endless topping possibilities such as syrup, fruit and whipped cream.

Tip: For this purpose it is recommended that you would be able to make small round pancakes by means of a squeezable bottle so that you could regulate the circle from the pan. In a pancake you can also incorporate other flavors to the batter such as vanilla or cinnamon when making the batter.

8. Chicken Katsu

Currently, more and more people familiar with Japanese dishes, and katsu made of breaded and fried chicken cutlet is among the most popular recipes searched in 2024. The crunchy skin and the flavorful inside are loved by everyone in our house, and it typically accompanies steamed rice, greens, and a tasty tonkatsu sauce.

Tip: Pan-cooking chicken in katsu also improves the crust of the fillet: the chicken should be dipped in egg and seasoned breadcrumbs twice before frying. Accompany this with miso soup and pickled vegetables and you have your Japanese meal.

9. Tiramisu

Tiramisu, an Italian dessert with many fans, is a constant link in the ranking, and in 2024, too. Layers of coffee soaked lady fingers, mascarpone cheese and cocoa powder make this a rich creamy dessert for all sort of entertaining occasions and for those times when only a sweet tooth can suffice.

Tip: It is easier to buy ladyfingers from a store, but if you want them homemade, it gives an entirely different feel. To make this even more rich, before making layers, moist the ladyfingers with some coffee liqueur.

10. Shakshuka

This North African and Middle Eastern dish of eggs poached in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce of shakshuka is one of the most popular brunch recipes. Shakshuka is not only delicious and nutritious, but it is also colourful and aesthetically pleasing to the eye due to the brightly red hued sauce that it consists of and the eggs poached gently in the middle of it.

Tip: This will be an ideal surface for heat distribution; beat the eggs and pour them in small depressions onto the sauce for equal distribution. Before eating, garnish with a nice chopped fresh cilantro or parsley to accentuate the colors.

Shakshuka (North African and Middle Eastern dish)

Why These Recipes...?

That is why these dishes became popular enough to dominate Google searches in 2024 with flavors, availability, and social media. All of these recipes became famous on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, where food makers post tasty meals that are easy to prepare at home. Consumers are on the lookout for meals that provide comfort, happiness, and satisfaction, coupled with the ability to cook something on their own; and the Top 10 most searched recipes highlight this.

Staples of Productivity in the Kitchen

Sometimes when choosing a recipe whether you are a pro cook or a novice, there are moments that risks can be very overwhelming. Here are some practical tips to help you succeed with any of the dishes on this list:

• Start Simple: For a beginner in the kitchen, look for recipes with a fewer number of components and simpler preparations as pancake cereal, or feta pasta. Once you achieve that, you should try out more difficult dishes.
• Prepare Your Ingredients: Some of the benefits of  using place include minimizing stress especially with meals that are arrow especially with meals that requires timing such as chicken katsu or shakshuka.
• Experiment with Flavors: It’s not a sin to modify a recipe you are preparing to fit your preference. For those who like it spicy, increase your portions of chili in your birria tacos. If you want a thicker tiramisu add more mascarpone.
• Have Patience: Time-consuming recipes such as sourdough bread or birria tacos may sound boring but trust me, it’s all the rage. It may take time but if you work hard and you are patient, success will come!
• Get Creative: As with anything, don’t shy away from putting your own little touches to a dish. You can always include your choice of herbs, use a different type of protein or even create an entirely new meal by combining parts of two meals.