About the Show

Discover the true beauty of America as we explore the rich tapestry of our ethnic cuisines. Hosted by five sets of chefs, Melting Pot presents the traditions, stories and recipes brought to America's shores from the Mediterranean, Eastern Europe, Latin America, India, Africa and the Caribbean. It's a culinary passport to the rich heritage of our country.

Most Popular Recipes

All Melting Pot Recipes

Coconut Rice Pudding

Avgolemono: Chicken Soup with Egg-Lemon Sauce

Scallion and Ginger Sauce

Croquetas de Jamon: Ham Croquettes

Sloppy Shmoes

Pate Brisee

Lobster Pierogies

Corn Fritters

Mussels with Saffron, Guajillo Chiles, and Beer

Southern Spinach Salad

Spanakopita

Fried Plantains with Cheese: Plantanos Fritos con Queso

Smoked Salmon and Horseradish Cheesecake

Bouillabaise

Matzo Brei

Summer Squash Fritters: Kolokethokeftaide

Peanut Coated Chicken Thigh Tenders with Curry Coconut Sauce

Lower East Side Nut Cake

Mushroom Crepes

Pickled Vegetables for Composed Salad

Black and Whites (Deli! Deli! Deli!)

Sea Urchin Ceviche with Orange Chile de Arbol Sauce

Fried Pork and Yucca Balls: Carimanolas

Veal-Filled Pasta with Tomato Sauce: Manicotti Magri

Parisian Chicken Salad

Churrasco with Open Fire Roasted Vegetable Salsa

Wine Soup