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Dishes arrive refrigerated – just heat, eat and repeat!

Indonesia

Beef Rendang

Rendang is a traditional food originating from West Sumatra, Indonesia. It's an aromatic slow-cooled beef, braised in coconut mil seasoned with herb and spices.

Puerto Rico

Vegan Beef Empanadas

Crispy golden empanadas stuffed with potatoes, olives, and vegan beef. I serve this with my favorite homemade red pepper and green cilantro sauces for an extra Puerto Rican kick.

El Salvador

Mozzarella, Zucchini and Spinach Pupusas

This is my family's favorite dish! Handmade stuffed tortillas made out of corn with fresh cheese, zucchini, and spinach. Best enjoyed alongside my cabbage salad and famous house sauce.

Indonesia

Beef Rendang

Rendang is a traditional food originating from West Sumatra, Indonesia. It's an aromatic slow-cooled beef, braised in coconut mil seasoned with herb and spices.

Puerto Rico

Vegan Beef Empanadas

Crispy golden empanadas stuffed with potatoes, olives, and vegan beef. I serve this with my favorite homemade red pepper and green cilantro sauces for an extra Puerto Rican kick.

El Salvador

Mozzarella, Zucchini and Spinach Pupusas

This is my family's favorite dish! Handmade stuffed tortillas made out of corn with fresh cheese, zucchini, and spinach. Best enjoyed alongside my cabbage salad and famous house sauce.

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“I just ate this a few minutes ago and it changed my life. It's as good as going to your Pakistani aunty's house for dinner.”

Cynthia C.

“Super traditional dumplings that remind me of my grandma's.”

Allie E.

“I am really picky about my food and any purchase. I am 200% satisfied with Shef. Food was awesome. Quantity was really good.”

Swati B.

“I just ate this a few minutes ago and it changed my life. It's as good as going to your Pakistani aunty's house for dinner.”

Cynthia C.

“Super traditional dumplings that remind me of my grandma's.”

Allie E.

“I am really picky about my food and any purchase. I am 200% satisfied with Shef. Food was awesome. Quantity was really good.”

Swati B.

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At Shef, we are committed to helping ensure that your food will always be safe to eat. All shefs are required to pass an accredited food safety certification exam and comply with all local laws and regulations. In regions that have not yet implemented home cooking laws, shefs are required to cook out of commercial kitchens or other legally permissible facilities.

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Reconnect with your heritage or discover new cultures through traditional homemade dishes

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