Top 20 most viral recipes that had the world talking in 2024
Who says the best meals have to be artisanal, Michelin-starred creations?
There is a reason, after all, so many people jump at the chance to make – and devour – quick and quirky dishes.
Read on to see all the viral recipes that had everyone talking in 2024 for some menu inspiration.
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Logan Moffitt's Cucumber Salad
Created by Logan Moffitt, the cucumber salad series features more than 10 tutorial videos gaining more than 15 million views each as he creates different types of variations to his original recipe.
The salad has gained traction over social media and is now a staple in many households as a quick and easy meal to prepare throughout the week.
Danny Freeman's Lasagna Soup
The lasagna soup trend gained popularity after SZA herself asked for the recipe from @dannylovespasta or Danny Freeman who then responded with his full recipe and tutorial online.
His video gained more than 20 million views and was liked by more than 2.5 million people as he labelled the recipe as dish that you can "throw together on a weeknight and will be good every time".
Limessa's Tomato and Feta Oven Pasta
Originating in Finland, Liemessa was the first to publish the viral baked tomato and feta pasta after making it as a well-known Finnish dish.
The dish was the most-Googled recipe of the year in 2021 and still has maintained its popular title in 2024 with thousands of similar videos gaining likes on TikTok today.
Although controversy surrounds the recipes over who made it first, it's known for its quick and easy method and delicious flavour.
Gigi Hadid's Vodka Pasta
Vodka pasta or "Gigi Hadid's pasta" has been viral since 2020 and remains a fan-favourite among foodies.
It's characterised by its flavourful tomato sauce with added chilli, garlic and onion to boot and is a filling dish that's popularity has not slowed down.
Sarah Hamouda's Dubai Chocolate
Created by Sarah Hamouda at her chocolate company Fix Dessert Chocolatier, Dubai Chocolate has become one of the newer food trends of 2024 as many people start to make it themselves at home.
Filled with crispy kataifi, pistachio and tahini paste, all wrapped up in a casing of milk chocolate, the bar is known for its satisfying crunch and delicious flavour reminding Hamouda of her childhood.
Lindsay Funston's 'Marry Me' Chicken
This recipe has many variations that all share the name 'Marry Me' Chicken as it's rumoured to be so good a proposal is soon to come.
Originally made by Lindsay Funston an editor at Delish, the chicken is seared until golden brown and covered in a creamy sauce.
Interestingly, the chicken received its name from one of the videographers on set taking a bite of the chicken and stating "I'd marry you for that chicken!", therefore bringing its now famous name.
Tanghulu
This sweet yet fruity snack was traditionally made in China yet has gone world famous for its satisfying crunch and sweet flavour.
To create the snack, sugar, water and lemon juice are all boiled together to create a thick sugar syrup that is then coated over washed and dried fruit placed on a fruit skewer.
The treat then is dipped into ice-cold water to harden its shell and will then be ready to serve.
Cherie's Accordion Potatoes
Accordion potatoes, originally made by Cherie or @thrivingonplants, are a delicious baked potato dish that is both interesting and familiar.
A worldwide favourite is the classic baked potato, similar to these accordion potatoes, although not sliced and stretchy allowing a crisp to be heard in every bite.
This dish is a change to the traditional baked potato in the best way possible.
Nicole Maguire's Crispy Sweet Chilli Chicken
This mouth-watering meal has more than 35 million views on TikTok and many five-star reviews after thousands of people saw and decided to try the meal for themselves.
Made with chicken breast, herbs and spices, and fried in a pan, this meal is topped with dressing and served over rice as a cheap and easy dish to be made at home.
