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Most Sunday dinners are dairy-free until the last five minutes, when the butter goes into the sauce and the cream into the mash. The plans here were checked at that level — every component, every finishing step — and a plan appears only when nothing dairy is in it anywhere. Cuisines that cook in oil and coconut milk rather than butter and cream do most of the work: Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, much of the Mediterranean. Almost-fits are listed below with the one dish that keeps them off the page.
What counts: No milk, cream, butter, cheese, yogurt or ghee in any component. Coconut, oat and nut milks and plant butters are fine, and so are eggs.
47 plans in the Sunday Gallery.
What dairy-free plans look like
Most common mains
- chicken12
- fish11
- beef7
- pork7
- shellfish6
How they're cooked
- Grilled12
- Stir-fried10
- Pan-seared6
- Curry5
- Baked3
Cuisines
- Japanese7
- Chinese6
- Korean6
- Thai5
- Caribbean3
Diets they fit
- Dairy-free47
- Nut-free39
- Pescatarian11
- Gluten-free10
- No pork, no alcohol4
The plans
- Japanese · fishTokyo Sunday Table
A compact, seasonally minded Japanese supper centered on salt-grilled mackerel and warm, umami-rich accoutrements. Crisp, sharply dressed cucumber, sesame-sweet spinach, a soft rolled omelette and steaming short-grain rice make this a balanced, finish-to-order meal that rewards precise timing.
- Spanish · porkSpanish Sunday Roast: Solomillo y Sabores de la Huerta
A focused Spanish Sunday menu centered on a roasted pork tenderloin dusted with sweet pimentón, paired with tray-baked Panaderas potatoes, a warm pisto manchego of summer vegetables, and bright pan con tomate. The meal balances oven-roasted depth and stovetop vegetable braise for a relaxed, single-cook workflow that finishes cleanly at the table.
- Vietnamese · fishSaigon Home Supper
A gentle, family-friendly Vietnamese supper centered on steamed ginger-and-scallion fish with fragrant jasmine rice, quick pickled carrots & daikon, and a garlicky water-spinach stir-fry — all finished so hot and bright they arrive at the table together. Clean, whole ingredients and mild seasoning keep it approachable for children while the finishing hot oil and fish sauce lift authentic Vietnamese flavor for adults.
- Caribbean · porkCaribbean Family Sunday
A bright, family-friendly Caribbean supper centered on a citrus mojo–roasted pork tenderloin with coconut rice and sweet fried plantains—simple techniques, bold island spices (kept mild for kids), and a fizzy pineapple-ginger spritz that everyone can enjoy together.
- Spanish · eggAndalusian Weeknight Supper
Rustic Andalusian flavors centred on baked Huevos a la Flamenca — runny yolks in a smoky-tomato and chorizo cradle — with a room-temperature escalivada of roasted peppers and aubergine, fresh pan con tomate and a simple sherry vinaigrette salad; kid-friendly sparkling orange agua fresca and a Rioja Reserva for the adults round the meal.
- Japanese · porkTokyo Family Curry Supper
A home-style Japanese curry built on tender pork simmered with sweet onions and root vegetables, served with steaming short-grain rice, crisp vegetable tempura finished at the table, a clear miso soup and a bright cucumber sunomono; a comforting, family-friendly weeknight supper with room for extra heat at the table.
- Korean · shellfishJeju Coast Mussel Jjim Supper
A focused Korean family supper built around a lively steamed mussel jjim in a savory gochujang broth, balanced by clean sesame spinach, a crisp cucumber muchim, fluffy short-grain rice and warm barley tea; honest, bright flavors that finish together at the table.
- Cuban · fishCuban Coastal Tuesday Supper
A sunlit Cuban supper centered on mojo-bright grilled fish, anchored by classic black‑beans-and‑rice and yuca dressed in the same garlicky sour‑orange mojo; twice‑fried tostones add the crisp, communal element kids love while pineapple agua fresca and a simple daiquiri complete the table.
- Sichuan · shellfishSichuan Riverbank Supper
A focused Sichuan family supper built around lively, numbing aromatics and bright vinegars: crisp, wok-finished prawns alongside a tangy fish‑fragrant eggplant and dry-fried green beans, with steamed jasmine rice and a smashed cucumber salad to refresh the palate. The meal balances quick wok technique with shareable, holdable components so a single cook can deliver everything hot and texturally correct at 17:00.
- Puerto Rican · porkPuerto Rican Wednesday Family Supper
A home-ready Puerto Rican supper built around golden, achiote‑kissed breaded pork cutlets with classic arroz con gandules, crisp twice‑fried tostones, and a bright avocado‑tomato salad—balanced, family‑friendly, and easy to execute within a single two‑hour window. The menu showcases Puerto Rican sofrito and sazón flavors, keeps the shared spice level mild for children, and offers rum for adults plus a kid-friendly pineapple agua fresca.
- Taiwanese · fishHarbor-side Taiwanese Supper
A bright, soy-forward family meal centered on simply grilled mackerel glazed with scallion‑soy dressing, balanced by a slow-holding soy-braised tofu with shiitake, a quick wok-tossed garlic gai lan, and a cool Taiwanese cucumber salad; barley tea for the children and Taiwan Beer for adults keep the flavors grounded. The menu showcases classic Taiwanese seasonings—soy, rice wine, sesame, and ginger—while keeping every component finishable inside a single, honest cooking window.
- Peruvian · fishPeruvian Coastal Ceviche Supper
Bright, citrus-curing and textural contrasts from Peru’s coast: delicate raw white fish cured in lime with ají amarillo, crisp toasted cancha, sweet boiled camote and a sharp ensalada criolla; finished with a chilled chicha morada and classic Pisco Sour for adults. The menu is lively, fast to execute from a cold start, and built so the fragile, finish-to-order items arrive at the table within minutes of service.
- Indonesian · shellfishIndonesian Family Supper
A focused Indonesian weeknight menu balancing crunchy, lacquered breaded prawns with fragrant coconut rice and a vibrant peanut-dressed vegetable platter — all finished for immediate service so textures arrive at their best. The meal layers familiar sweet-salty kecap manis, creamy roasted-peanut sauce and a bright quick-pickle to keep every bite lively for adults and children alike.
- Cuban · beefHavana Family Supper
A bright, citrus-forward Cuban supper built around a quick pan-seared bistec flavored with a garlicky mojo, served with classic Moros (black beans and rice), crisp twice-fried tostones and a fresh tomato-onion salad; finishes with a kid-friendly pineapple agua fresca and a simple mojito for adults. The menu is quick, tightly scheduled and built for one cook to execute from a cold start inside a one-hour window.
- Taiwanese · fishTaiwanese Evening: Steamed Sea Bass & Family Supper
A bright, classic Taiwanese steamed whole fish centered on ginger, scallion and hot-oil aromatics, paired with crunchy gai lan and a crisp cucumber quick-pickle—clean flavors, quick techniques, and one finish-to-order centerpiece that rewards timing.
- Goan · shellfishKonkan Coast Family Supper
A bright, vinegar-and-coconut-led Goan supper centered on a tangy prawn curry finished at the table, accompanied by fragrant coconut rice, spiced sautéed green beans, and a crisp kachumber; kid-friendly mango‑coconut coolers and a single bottle of Vinho Verde complete the balanced, family-friendly spread.
- Filipino · porkManila Home Supper
A family-ready Filipino supper centred on a bright, umami-forward Pork Binagoongan — glossy, shrimp-paste–seasoned pork with tender eggplant — balanced by a vegetable pinakbet, freshly steamed rice, and a crisp quick atchara; finishes timed so the crisp, saucy main comes off the stove at the table hour.
- West African · lambLagos Market Supper
Charred suya‑spiced lamb skewers anchor a lively West African supper — smoky peanut, bright tomato rice, sweet fried plantain and a cool cucumber‑tomato salad balance heat and comfort for adults and children alike.
- Chinese · beefSichuan Black Bean Beef Supper
一桌集中火候與香氣的中式晚餐:鹹香發酵黑豆與花椒點綴的薄切牛肉快炒,蒜香芥蘭爽脆出鍋,拍黃瓜清爽解膩,配白米飯與花茶氣泡飲;所有菜在單人操作下按時完成,熱菜在上桌前即刻完工。
- Korean · lambSeoul Sunday: Gochujang‑Glazed Lamb with Scallion Pajeon
A family-friendly Korean supper centered on broiled, lightly gochujang‑glazed lamb chops, balanced by a crispy scallion pajeon, pan‑braised soy‑sesame tofu and classic seasoned spinach banchan; bright yuja soda for kids and a bottle of Beaujolais (Gamay) for adults.
- Vietnamese · porkMonday Hanoi Family Supper
A family-friendly Vietnamese supper built around a comforting caramel-braised pork belly with eggs, bright fresh spring rolls finished to order, and classic accoutrements — a balanced, textural meal that layers slow-simmered savory richness with crisp herbs and a lively dipping sauce.
- Japanese · fishKyoto Evening Family Supper
A quietly elegant Japanese home meal centered on caramelized miso-glazed salmon, paired with perfectly steamed short-grain rice, gently simmered kabocha, sesame-dressed spinach and a clear miso soup — all timed so the delicate items finish at the table. Clean flavors, simple technique, and a warm bottle of Junmai Ginjo to match.
- Korean · porkHan River Monday Supper
A lively, family-friendly Korean supper centered on quick, caramelized spicy pork (jeyuk bokkeum) with glossy japchae and a crisp cucumber salad; balanced flavors, textural contrast, and a kid-friendly barley tea with an adult soju pairing make it worth clearing the table.
- Japanese · fishTokyo Sunday Supper
A focused Japanese family supper centered on broiled miso-glazed salmon, steaming short-grain rice and classic accompaniments — warm miso soup and spinach goma-ae — served with a bright yuzu soda for the kids and a chilled junmai sake for the adults. Clean technique, bold umami, and a last-minute finish keep textures lively and the table ready at 17:00.
- Thai · chickenBangkok Weeknight Family Supper
A bright, family-friendly Thai supper that balances a quick, aromatic coconut soup with a peppery basil chicken stir-fry, crisp pickled cucumber, and fragrant steamed jasmine rice — all timed so the stir-fry finishes to order and everyone gets hot, fresh plates at 17:00.
- Spanish · eggMadrileño Midweek Supper
A concise Spanish weeknight menu centered on a golden Tortilla Española and bright, garlicky Gambas al Ajillo — classic techniques that deliver immediate comfort and vibrant flavors. Simple, textural contrasts (creamy potato-egg tortilla, sizzling shrimp, crisp tomato salad and rubbed bread) and a Rioja pairing make this a meal worth sitting down for.
- Thai · shellfishThai Thursday Family Supper
A balanced Thai weeknight menu built for family service: a bright, saucy Pad Thai finished to order, a comforting green chicken curry that holds, fragrant steamed jasmine rice, and a crisp cucumber relish — all tuned to a medium shared spice level and an off-dry Riesling pairing.
- Japanese · fishTokyo Family Supper
A balanced, home-style Japanese weeknight-to-weekend menu centered on oven-glazed teriyaki salmon, accompanied by miso soup, freshly steamed short-grain rice and crisp cucumber sunomono — clean flavors, child-friendly seasoning, and one finish-to-order protein so every plate arrives bright and warm.
- Greek · shellfishGalician Coastal Sunday
A lively Spanish Sunday centered on a saffron-scented seafood paella, bright, crunchy pan con tomate and a fresh tomato-cucumber salad; the menu pairs the briny, caramelized flavors of shellfish with crisp citrus and an Albariño for adults, while a sparkling citrus agua keeps things fun and kid-friendly.
- Chinese · chickenChinese Family Wok Supper
A focused, family-friendly Chinese dinner built around a glossy wok-seared soy-garlic chicken, crisp garlic bok choy, and fresh egg fried rice, finished in the wok for peak texture; a bright smashed-cucumber salad and a jasmine-honey spritz for kids keep the meal lively while a bottle of dry Riesling pairs cleanly with the soy-sesame flavors.
- Chinese · chickenCanton Home Dinner
A balanced, family-friendly Cantonese-inspired dinner centered on a tender wok-fried chicken with cashews, crisp garlic baby bok choy and a silky egg-drop soup; finishes at the table with fragrant jasmine rice and a sparkling lychee drink for kids, while adults enjoy a dry Riesling.
- Korean · beefKorean Family Feast
Savor the bold and vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine with classic bulgogi beef paired with quick kimchi and refreshing cucumber salad. Complete your dining experience with a robust Korean lager and a sweet pear punch for the kids.
- Chinese · chickenBeijing-Inspired Family Dinner
Experience the flavors of Beijing with a lively stir-fried chicken and vegetable dish complemented with fried rice, rounded out by a traditional Chinese dessert and paired beverages.
- Chinese · chickenChinese Delight Dinner
Experience an authentic Chinese evening with classic Sweet and Sour Chicken and aromatic Fried Rice, perfectly matched with a delicate Jasmine Green Tea and a refreshing Riesling.
- Korean · beefKorean Summer Feast
Experience the vibrant flavors of Korea with tender bulgogi beef nestled amongst fresh grilled vegetables and accompanied by the delicate tang of kimchi. Refresh with a traditional barley tea as the meal sweep you into the Korean spirit.
- Caribbean · chickenCaribbean Sunday Delight
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with jerk chicken, coconut rice, and tropical fruit salad, perfectly paired with refreshing limeade and a crisp white rum cocktail.
- Korean · beefKorean Family Feast
A delightful Korean spread featuring savory beef bulgogi, fluffy rice, and zesty banchan, complemented by refreshing raspberry sikhye and a chilled bottle of makgeolli.
- Thai · chickenThai Family Feast
Delight in a Thai Family Feast featuring aromatic Green Chicken Curry and crisp Summer Rolls, complemented by a refreshing Thai Limeade.
- Thai · chickenThai Sunday Supper
Dive into the harmonious flavors of Thailand with a vibrant green curry accompanied by aromatic jasmine rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.
- Thai · chickenThai Delight Dinner
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with a classic green curry paired alongside a refreshing papaya salad and jasmine rice, accompanied by a cooling lychee iced tea and a chilled Thai beer.
- Chinese · beefChinese Family Feast
Delight in a delectable Chinese family dinner featuring quick stir-fried dishes and a refreshing jasmine green tea, ideal for both adults and children.
- Latin American · beefLatin American Summer Fiesta
Dive into a zesty Latin American feast featuring succulent grilled skirt steak with chimichurri, paired with colorful corn and black bean salad, refreshing agua de jamaica, and a crisp Torresella Prosecco to elevate the dining experience.
- Mediterranean · chickenMediterranean Family Feast
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with a perfectly timed vegetable paella, aromatic herb-roasted chicken, and a zesty lemon-cucumber spritz.
- Mediterranean · chickenMediterranean Evening Delight
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with a fresh and delightful menu featuring succulent grilled chicken, a lively quinoa salad, and a refreshing lemony drink.
- Caribbean · chickenCaribbean Island Fare
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with a menu featuring Jerk Chicken Skewers and a zesty Mango Salsa, paired perfectly with traditional Ginger Beer and Rum Punch.
- Japanese · fishJapanese Family Dinner
Delve into the delightful flavors of Japan with a harmonious blend of traditional dishes and refreshing beverages, perfect for the entire family to relish.
- Japanese · fishJapanese Family Dinner
Delight in flavors of Japan with grilled teriyaki salmon, fragrant rice, and crisp cucumber salad. Relish a harmonious experience, all perfectly paired with green tea and sake.
Almost fits
These plans fit everywhere except one dish. The reason is shown so you can decide. They are not counted above.
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- Middle Eastern · lambLevantine Family Sunday
Dairy-free except two of the sides (yogurt, unspecified dairy in store-bought pita).
- British / Irish · lambBritish Sunday Roast: Rack & Roast Supper
Dairy-free except 5 of the sides (butter, milk).
- Italian · fishLigurian Coast Sunday Supper
Dairy-free except a side (butter).
- Vietnamese · porkSaigon Family Braise
Dairy-free except a side (butter).
- Mexican · fishVeracruz Sunday Supper
Dairy-free except three of the sides (butter) and the drink (milk).
- Greek · fishAegean Weeknight Supper
Dairy-free except two of the sides (feta).
- Colombian & Venezuelan · beefVenezuelan‑Colombian Family Supper
Dairy-free except two of the sides (butter).
- Persian (Iranian) · beefPersian Autumn Family Supper
Dairy-free except two of the sides (butter, yogurt).
- Portuguese · shellfishAtlantic Cataplana Family Supper
Dairy-free except the dessert (milk).
- French · duckBurgundian Duck Supper
Dairy-free except 4 of the sides (butter).
- West African · shellfishGulf Coast Groundnut Supper
Dairy-free except the dessert (butter).
- Goan · porkGoan Sunday Supper: Pork Vindaloo & Coconut Rice
Dairy-free except the drink (yogurt).
- Moroccan & North African · lambMoroccan Market Supper
Dairy-free except the dessert (butter).
- Brazilian · vegetarianBahian Coastal Family Supper
Dairy-free except two of the sides (butter, milk).
- Filipino · shellfishManila Family Thursday Supper
Dairy-free except a side (butter).
- Colombian & Venezuelan · eggArepas & Carioca Sunday Supper
Dairy-free except a side (queso).
- Sicilian & Southern Italian · fishSicilian Sunday: Pasta con le Sarde & Caponata Supper
Dairy-free except the dessert (milk).
- Persian (Iranian) · lambPersian Friday: Koobideh & Saffron Tahdig Supper
Dairy-free except three of the sides (butter, yogurt).
- Sichuan · porkSichuan Thursday Family Supper
Dairy-free except a side (butter).
- South Indian · beefKerala Evening: Beef Ularthiyathu Family Supper
Dairy-free except a side (milk) and the drink (buttermilk).
- Moroccan & North African · lambMoroccan Coastal Family Supper
Dairy-free except two of the sides (butter).
- Latin American · lambAndean Anticuchos Family Supper
Dairy-free except the dessert (butter) and the drink.
- Vietnamese · vegetarianSaigon Saturday Supper: Vegetarian Bánh Xèo & Greens
Dairy-free except a side (butter).
- Mediterranean · fishMediterranean Coastal Supper
Dairy-free except a side (butter) and the dessert (yogurt).
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