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The most Googled recipes of 2018 - trust us, you’ll be SHOCKED

We would never have picked this! - by Amy Sinclair
  • 14 Dec 2018

Google has released their list of most-searched recipes and ‘how to’ food searches for 2018 in Australia - and we have to say we’re a little bit surprised. 

While there are many favourite foods that you’d expect to be in there, but some may be surprised to know that Keto recipes are top of the list. 

The most Googled recipes of 2018 - trust us, you’ll be SHOCKED

It’s to be expected given that it’s the number one diet trend of the year which involves very controlled eating plans and specific recipes. 

In terms of the most-searched ‘how to cook’ directions, some will be shocked to know that ‘How to cook corned beef’ and  ‘How to cook eggplant’ were the top two searches. Wow!

Here’s the whole list! 

salmon

Salmon features prominently in many kept recipes!

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Recipes 

1. Keto recipes
It’s a tricky diet, so it’s no surprise that people are looking for ideas!

2. Beef stroganoff recipes
A true family favourite - here are our favourites!

3. Chicken curry recipes 
Who doesn’t love a good curry? Get more here! 

4. Frittata recipes
A simple dinner or lunch, ready in a heartbeat! See our top recipes here! 

gnocchi

Delicious gnocchi comes in at number 5!

Image: Getty

5. Gnocchi recipes
Comfort food at its best! See our favourites here!

6. Risotto recipes 
This Italian classic is a weeknight dinner staple in many homes! Get more here. 

7. Chicken soup recipes 
Who doesn’t love a good bowl of soup? See our favourites here!

8. Fried rice recipes
Talk about an easy weeknight dinner! Get new ideas here! 

Omelette

The humble omelette is the ninth most Googled recipe of 2018.

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9. Omelette recipes
Breakfast, lunch and dinner - an omelette will also work! See our favourites here! 

10. Beef stew recipes
When it comes to winter favourites, you can’t go past a winter stew! More here! 

How to cook tofu is the second most 'how to' cooking search of 2018!

How to cook tofu is the third most 'how to' cooking search of 2018!

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The Top ‘How to cook...?’ searches 

1. How to cook corned beef
Get our favourites way with this classic cut of beef here!

2. How to cook eggplant
See our tips and tricks with this delicious veggie here!

3. How to cook tofu 
A staple in Asian cooking, there are SO many ways to cook it. See here!

4. How to cook silverside 
Get our foolproof method here!

So many people Googled how to cook corn!

So many people Googled how to cook corn!

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5. How to cook beetroot
We LOVE this delicious recipe! 

6. How to cook rice in the microwave
So quick, so easy. Try this delicious meal! 

7. How to cook corn 
This delicious recipe will be a favourite!

8. How to cook couscous
You'll love this meal! 

9. How to cook crayfish
It's a tricky shellfish, that's for sure! Try this delicious seafood recipe!

10. How to cook barramundi 
The meat of the sea! This recipe will get five stars from your family!

Amy Sinclair
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Amy Sinclair is a contibutor for New Idea Food.

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