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

Crab and Goat Cheese Empanadas

Wild Mushroom Barley Soup with Flanken (Beef Short Ribs)

Vine-ripe Tomato Salad with Queso Fresco, Cilantro, and Serrano

Creole Marinated Grilled Red Snapper

Cuban Black Bean Soup

Hungarian Style Swedish Meatballs, Served on a Noodle Schmata

Marinara Basil with Sweet Sausages

Chayote Salad

Coconut Flan

Albonbigas: Reception Meat Ball Stew

Paprika Biscuit Tops

Slow Roasted Beet Salad with Blue Cheese

Cucumber, Grape Tomato and Dill Salad

Ackee and Potato Soup with Crab Salad

Escabeche

Beef Tacos: Tacos de Carne Asada

Spicy Red (Square) Peanut Cole Slaw

Cold String Beans with Vodka Vinaigrette

Traditional Poundcake

Fiery Wings

Bacalaitos (Codfish Fritters)

Brown Stewed Tilefish

Ensalada de Pulpo: Octopus Salad

Swordfish Kabobs

Fried Plantains

Cordornices con Higos (Quail with Figs)

Grilled Chicken with an All-purpose Marinade