Easy food that can be made quickly at home includes a variety of simple and tasty recipes generally ready in 5 to 20 minutes. Examples are quick pasta dishes, stir-fries, salads, rice bowls, and simple protein preparations like chicken or fish. Here are some specific ideas for easy food made in minutes:
- Quick pasta with salmon and peas, or creamy garlic pasta ready in about 20 minutes.
- Speedy sausage stroganoff or honey garlic pork chops prepared in 5-15 minutes.
- Simple salads like beetroot and lentil salad or pea and broad bean couscous that take just a few minutes to toss together.
- Stir-fry dishes using vegetables and protein cooked fast on high heat.
- One-pot meals like beef ramen or chickpea coconut dhal ready in under 20 minutes.
- Quick snacks or light meals such as smashed peas on toast with poached egg, homemade hummus, or avocado crab boats.
These quick recipes focus on using a few ingredients, minimal prep, and fast cooking methods like pan-frying, air frying, or microwave cooking. They are ideal for busy evenings or whenever a home-cooked meal is desired fast.
