Eating on a tight budget & even tighter schedule just got easier! From breakfast to dinner & all the snack in between, these healthy & heartwarming dishes give a boost of energy to conquer your day - without emptying your wallet or having you to spend all day in the kitchen. Let's get cooking!
1. Air Fryer Miso Glazed Ginger Salmon
When life is pure chaos, this Air Fryer Miso-Glazed Salmon saves the day as the ultimate lazy dinner in under 30 minutes! Packed with so much flavor, you’ll forget you’re eating healthy - with minimal dishes left behind.
2. Korean Spicy Braised Tofu
Convert carnivores with the easiest last-minute dinner that'll make your family forget about the meat! This simple Korean Spicy Braised Tofu, or Dubu Jorim, is packed with irresistible flavors and an easy way to eat healthy, even when you just don't have time!
3. Tomato Egg Stir Fry
Make the most comforting breakfast in just 10 minutes with only 6 ingredients! This Chinese Tomato Egg Stir-Fry Recipe transforms simple kitchen staples into lusciously fluffy eggs with juicy tender tomatoes that beg to be devoured over hot steamy rice. It's the cheap and effortless meal that always disappears even faster than it's made!
4. Chinese Steamed Fish
This is the EASIEST fish recipe you'll EVER make! Chinese Steamed Fish may sound boring but this recipe proves that theory wrong! It's boldly flavorful and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Even non-believers will be asking for seconds!
5. Filipino Chicken Adobo
Make a SUPER flavorful & budget-friendly 30-minute meal you know everyone will love! This easy Adobong Manok, or Filipino Chicken Adobo, transforms simple pantry staples into a mouthwatering meal - with minimal dishes left behind! Weeknight dinners will never be the same 🙂
6. Vietnamese Shrimp Salad Spring Rolls
Dive into veggie and protein-packed spring rolls in minutes with simple tips and tricks that'll have you rolling like a pro in no time! These homemade Vietnamese Shrimp Salad Rolls with creamy peanut sauce are a rainbow-colored meal that's full of exciting textures and flavors in every bite - your friends and family will love you for them!
7. Air Fryer Crispy Tofu
Enjoy nuggets of crunchy Air Fryer Crispy Tofu without the greasy mess! This is an easy and healthy snack best enjoyed ASAP!
8. Pan Fried Salmon With Teriyaki Glaze
At our home, Pan Fried Salmon With Teriyaki Glaze is always a winner - especially when it takes only 15 minutes to make! Whip up an easy teriyaki glaze with only 5 ingredients for a big BOLD flavor.
9. Korean Soy Sauce Marinated Egg Recipe
Make the most flavorful eggs with minimal effort! These jammy Korean Soy Sauce Marinated Eggs, or Mayak eggs, make the perfect quick snack or breakfast meal prep with maximum flavor. Get ready to transform simple pantry ingredients into an addicting family breakfast!
10. Lemongrass Chicken Vermicelli Bowl
Fire up the grill & get ready for the most mouthwatering chicken the fam will be begging for all year! The cheap & easy marinade does all the heavy lifting for this SUPER flavorful & juicy Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Vermicelli Bowl recipe that cooks up in under 15 minutes!
11. Korean Steamed Eggs
These Korean Steamed Eggs are SO fluffy, silky smooth, and umami-filled! Make this popular Korean side dish at home in 10 minutes!
12. Spicy Garlic Edamame
Make the most irresistible fiery snack in under 10 minutes! This Spicy Edamame Garlic is insanely addicting and fool-proof. I dare you to have only one!
13. Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry
This Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry is the perfect weeknight meal that includes pantry staples! It’s the easiest veggie and protein-packed dish you’ll have ready in no time!
14. Salmon Sinigang (Filipino Tamarind Soup)
Serve up a healthy & comforting bowl of Sinigang Salmon that feeds the soul 30 minutes or less! This classic Filipino soup is full of fresh veggies, tender salmon, & cooks up in one pot for easy cleanup. Let's get cooking!
15. Charred Shishito Peppers
Fire up these Charred Shishito Peppers for a quick & smoky snack or side dish in 10 minutes or less! 1 in 10 peppers has a fiery kick - so it keeps your guests on their toes!
16. Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Thighs
Fire up the grill & get ready for the most mouthwatering chicken the fam will be begging for all year! The cheap & easy marinade does all the heavy lifting for this SUPER flavorful & juicy Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Thighs recipe that cooks up in under 15 minutes!
17. Garlic Spinach Stir Fry
This tender sauteed Garlic Spinach Stir Fry is the quickest & easiest side dish with caramelized soy sauce onions, a punch of garlicky flavor, & a subtle nuttiness from toasted sesame. It's a simple dish with robust flavor - done it 10 minutes!
18. Filipino Eggplant Omelet
Spice up mundane breakfasts with a delicious Filipino brunch that satisfies vegetarians & carnivores! This easy Tortang Talong, or Filipino Eggplant Omelette, is a cheap & easy breakfast that comes together with only 6 ingredients - & in 20 minutes or less!
19. Hot and Sour Soup
Make restaurant-quality Hot and Sour Soup right at home! This popular dish is surprisingly easy to cook up..
20. Miso Salmon Sinigang (Filipino Tamarind Soup)
Time and time again, sinigang has been ranked as one of the best soups in the world - and for good reason! It’s tangy, savory, and always feeds the soul. Miso Salmon Sinigang, or Sinigang na salmon sa miso, adds an extra umami twist to a famous classic. Trust me, you’ll love it - even my husband was drinking the last bits from the bowl!
21. Thai Coconut Curry Soup
Make a warm & comforting bowl of Tom Kha (Thai Coconut Curry Soup) even faster than delivery! That classic creamy, salty, & zesty flavor is impossible to resist & surprisingly easy to make right at home.
22. Chicken Teriyaki
Make the most mouthwatering and easy Chicken Teriyaki recipe with only 5 ingredients - and in under 30 minutes! The family will wonder why you haven't made this sooner as they lick their plates clean & kiss bottled teriyaki sauce goodbyeeee.
23. Sushi Salad Bowl (Deconstructed)
This Sushi Salad Bowl Recipe is a fun twist on a deconstructed sushi roll. All your favorite sushi ingredients in an easy sushi bowl! Start with a bed of sushi rice, add toppings like avocado, edamame, mango, and sweet potato, and then drizzle on the sushi salad dressing.
24. Japanese Miso Soup
This Easy Japanese Miso Soup Recipe makes a perfect nutritious umami-packed savory vegan lunch. Comforting, healthy and ready in just 15 minutes!
25. Miso Glazed Eggplant
This Miso Glazed Eggplant is super easy and quick to make, and it bursts with delicious umami flavor. Also, it is just so deliciously creamy! The sweet and sour taste of a simple miso glaze infuses the eggplant. Scooping out the flavorful flesh while nice and hot is incredibly satisfying. And all of this in just about 45 minutes of cooking time!
26. Chinese Spiced Boiled Peanuts
These Chinese Spced Boiled Peanuts are a healthy Chinese street food snack in the comfort of your home. This 5-Spice Boiled Peanuts recipe is done hands-free. Just add the peanuts, spices, and water to a pressure cooker or instant pot - turn it off when done!
27. Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup
Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup, a Chinese takeaway classic ready in 20 minutes. This recipe is smooth, creamy and the perfect pick-me-up on a cold winter’s day!
28. Shimeji Mushroom Recipe
This Shimeji Mushroom Recipe makes the BEST side dish. The garlic, butter, and soy sauce flavors play so well with the shimeji.
29. Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad
Smashed cucumbers are coated in an incredibly delicious sweet-salty-spicy-tangy sauce in this Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad. Refreshing, beyond flavorful, and an impressive yet easy side dish or appetizer for the summer.
30. Chinese Cold Silken Tofu
A simple Cold Silken Tofu recipe elevated with a savory sauce, fried garlic, fermented black beans, and topped with pickled cucumber. It is truly one of the easiest Chinese tofu side dishes you can prepare that is utterly delicious to eat.
31. Japanese Yakitori (Chicken Skewers)
Japanese Yakitori is a grilled chicken recipe served on skewers and glazed in a delicious sweet and savory homemade yakitori sauce. Enjoy chicken yakitori as a quick and easy appetizer, snack, or dinner!
32. Baked Honey Sesame Chicken
Enjoy the delectable blend of crispy diced chicken, perfectly coated in a delightful sweet, savory, and tangy sauce. Discover the ultimate recipe for Baked Honey Sesame Chicken, an irresistible Asian-inspired dish that surpasses takeout!
33. Thai Yum Na (Beef Salad)
Thai Beef Salad - Yum Nua - here fragrance and color meet in an explosion of Thai flavor. An intoxicating combination of fresh, crunchy vegetables and juicy steak in a spicy, aromatic dressing that is the essence of Thailand.
34. Korean Chicken Bulgogi BBQ
You'll love this slightly sweet and savory Korean Chicken Bulgogi BBQ. You can grill, broil, or fry - there's no wrong way to prepare this. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
35. Instant Pot Miso Soup
36. Egg Drop Soup
Make restaurant-style Egg Drop Soup at home in just minutes! An Asian inspired comfort food that tastes amazing, your loved ones will enjoy this Egg Drop Soup recipe that's best served immediately!
37. Asian Chicken Salad
Light, crispy and easy to make, Asian Chicken Salad is the perfect recipe for a last-minute entrée!
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