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Pepperpot, a national dish of Guyana, is a delightful meat-based stew, rich with braised beef and infused with cinnamon, clove, thyme, and wiri wiri peppers.

Pommes Duchesse (Duchess Potatoes)

Suanla Tudousi (Hot-and-Sour Sichuan Stir-Fried Potatoes)

Patates Lemonates (Greek Lemon Potatoes)

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