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The 10 Most Popular Recipes of July 2023

Juicy strawberry pavlova, herby shrimp, and lemony zucchini.
Strawberry Pavlova on concrete table with sage green backdrop
Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Sean Dooley, Prop Styling by Marina Bevilacqua

Of the many, many recipes we publish, there are bound to be a few favorites that steal the spotlight. From seasonal showstoppers to comforting classics, these are the recipes our readers can’t get enough of. Head right this way for all of our greatest hits, and check out our new Epicurious iOS app for even more recipes to browse through.

We’re in the thick of summer and farmers markets are overflowing with colorful peak season produce. The meaty plum tomatoes you carefully placed in your farmers market tote were used in shrimp saganaki—where Dijon mustard, sugar, and a squeeze of lemon enhance the tomatoes’ sweetness. The shrimp are carefully folded into this bright sauce, topped with briny feta and broiled (so the oven only needs to stay on for four minutes). The husks of sweet corn you hugged tightly on your walk home were charred, sliced, and tossed with nuts, chile, and citrus in this No-Brainer Corn Salad. And verdant zucchini of all sizes were cut into chunks and dramatically seared. Served over a bed of dreamy garlicky dill sour cream and topped with tender herbs, this dish is summer in a bite. Use the list below to explore our most-loved recipes of July.

  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Shuai Wang, Prop Styling by Megan Forbes and Christina Hussey
    1/10

    Miso and Maple Pecan-Butter Mochi Cake

    Crisp pecans in a sticky mochi cake makes for a dreamy dessert. A dab of miso gives it intriguing depth.

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  • A big slab of grilled tofu on a hamburger bun topped with special sauce and sliced cucumbers.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Micah Morton, Prop Styling by Sean Dooley
    2/10

    Bulgogi Tofu Burgers

    These vegetarian burgers will steal the show at any cookout thanks to a blender marinade inspired by the Korean BBQ favorite.

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  • Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Emilie Fosnocht, Prop Styling by Emma Ringness
    5/10

    Shrimp With Feta and Tomatoes

    Inspired by the Greek classic shrimp saganaki, this riff features a bright mix of fresh tomatoes with shrimp and feta for a fast dinner with plenty of oomph.

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  • Lemony Zucchini With Sour Cream and Dill on beige fabric
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Sean Dooley, Prop Styling by Marina Bevilacqua
    6/10

    Lemony Zucchini With Sour Cream and Dill

    Giving chunky zucchini pieces a hard sear develops lots of texture and color while minimizing sogginess. The dilly sour cream provides a garlicky counterpart.

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  • Grilled corn salad in a large shallow bowl with cilantro feta and serrano chiles.
    Photo by Alex Lau, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich, prop styling by Kalen Kaminski
    7/10

    No-Brainer Corn Salad

    Sweet summer corn begs to be mixed with a splash of acid, a touch of heat, salty cheese, and toasty nuts.

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  • A plate of classic crosshatched peanut butter cookies beside a glass of milk.
    Alex Lau
    8/10

    BA’s Best Peanut Butter Cookies

    This superior peanut butter cookie gets a glazed sheen from oven-steaming and double-roasted peanuts for big flavor.

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  • overhead view of Green Shrimp in a pan and Grilled Bread to the side in a bowl
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Prop Styling by Christina Allen, Food Styling by Thu Buser
    9/10

    Gorgeous Green Shrimp

    This kicky, herby sauce comes together entirely in the blender. You’ll want to sop up every last drop with grilled bread.

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  • Trinidadian Corn Soup in a green bow
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Thu Buser, Prop Styling by Christina Allen
    10/10

    Trinidad Corn Soup

    With summer corn and plenty of hot sauce, this robust soup is beloved as a hangover cure.

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