Chinese / beginner
Weeknight Egg Fried Rice
Fluffy, savory fried rice that turns leftover rice and a couple of eggs into dinner in fifteen minutes.
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Indonesian / beginner
Simple Nasi Goreng
Indonesian-style fried rice with sweet soy sauce, shallots and chili, topped with a crisp fried egg.
Filipino / beginner
Chicken Adobo
Filipino braised chicken with vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and bay leaves — tangy, savory and great with rice.
Thai / intermediate
Thai Green Curry with Chicken
A fragrant coconut curry with tender chicken and vegetables, made easy with store-bought curry paste.
Japanese / intermediate
Oyakodon (Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)
Japanese comfort food: chicken and onion simmered in a light, sweet-savory broth and finished with softly set egg over rice.
Korean / beginner
Korean Spicy Braised Tofu (Dubu Jorim)
Pan-seared tofu slices glazed in a garlicky soy and chili sauce — a satisfying vegan main or side.
Vietnamese / intermediate
Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls
Rice paper rolls packed with shrimp, herbs, noodles and crunchy vegetables, served with a quick peanut dipping sauce.
Indian / beginner
Weeknight Chana Masala
Chickpeas simmered in a spiced tomato and onion sauce — a hearty vegan curry built from pantry staples.
Malaysian / intermediate
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Turmeric- and lemongrass-marinated chicken skewers, grilled or pan-cooked, with a rich peanut dipping sauce.
Chinese / beginner
Garlic Bok Choy Stir-Fry
Tender-crisp bok choy tossed with plenty of garlic and a light savory sauce — ready in ten minutes.
Japanese / beginner
Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame
A soothing bowl of miso soup that comes together in ten minutes with a few Japanese pantry staples.
Italian / beginner
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Classic Italian pantry pasta with golden garlic, olive oil, chili and parsley.
Mediterranean / beginner
Shakshuka
Eggs gently poached in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce — perfect for brunch or a quick dinner with bread.
Mexican / beginner
Black Bean Tacos with Quick-Pickled Onions
Smoky, spiced black beans in warm tortillas with bright pink pickled onions and creamy avocado.
Thai / beginner
Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Kra Pao)
A fiery, garlicky stir-fry of minced chicken and holy basil, traditionally served over rice with a fried egg.
Chinese / beginner
Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry
A beloved Chinese home-style dish of soft scrambled eggs in a sweet-savory tomato sauce.
International / beginner
Lemon Herb Sheet-Pan Chicken and Vegetables
Juicy chicken thighs roasted on one tray with potatoes and vegetables — minimal dishes, lots of flavor.
Iranian / beginner
Iranian Smoked Tomato And Eggplant Garlic Skillet
Char-roasted eggplant mashed into garlic-infused stewed tomatoes and topped with gently poached fresh eggs.
Moroccan / beginner
Moroccan Zaalouk Stewed Eggplant And Chickpea Tagine
A comforting vegetarian skillet featuring roasted smoky eggplant partially mashed into garlic tomatoes, chickpeas, and spices.
Malaysian / beginner
Kerabu Mangga Udang
A refreshingly crisp Malaysian salad of shredded green mango, juicy poached shrimp, toasted coconut flakes, and tangy lime dressing.
Egyptian / beginner
Egyptian Kamounia Cumin Braised Beef With Garlic And Tomatoes
A comfort stew featuring tender beef simmered in a fragrant tomato garlic sauce accented with warm ground cumin and sweet spices.
Pakistani / intermediate
Chinioti Slow-Braised Beef Kunna Stew
A traditional earth-pot inspired stew from Chiniot, featuring tender beef shank braised in a flavorful ghee gravy thickened with a whole wheat flour paste.
Nepalese / beginner
Sprouted Kwati Bean And Garlic Stew
A comforting Nepalese festival stew featuring sprouted mixed legumes simmered with cumin, turmeric, and garlic tempered in hot mustard oil.
Korean inspired / intermediate
Spicy Garlic Soy Braised Chicken With Glass Noodles
A savory Korean braised chicken dish featuring tender chicken thighs, soft potatoes, and bouncy sweet potato glass noodles simmered in a rich garlic-soy sauce.