10 Easy Recipes You Can Make Tonight
We all have those evenings where the fridge seems empty and inspiration is low. The good news? With just a handful of everyday clean ingredients, you can put a delicious, satisfying meal on the table in under 30 minutes. Here are 10 of our favourites.
1. Chicken and Rice
A timeless classic across many cultures, chicken and rice is endlessly flexible. Season chicken thighs with cumin, paprika, garlic, and a pinch of turmeric. Pan-fry or bake until golden, then serve over fluffy basmati rice with a side of salad. Search for "chicken" on our app to find dozens of variations.
2. Lamb Kofta
Mix minced lamb with onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, and fresh parsley. Shape into sausage-like rolls and grill or pan-fry for 10–12 minutes. Serve in warm flatbreads with yoghurt and cucumber. Search "lamb mince" in the recipe finder to explore more lamb recipes.
3. Lemon Herb Baked Salmon
Salmon is quick, nutritious, and naturally clean. Place fillets on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, squeeze over lemon juice, and scatter fresh herbs. Bake at 200°C for 15 minutes. Serve with steamed vegetables or couscous.
4. One-Pan Chicken Shawarma
Marinate chicken strips in yoghurt, garlic, lemon, and shawarma spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom). Cook in a hot pan for 8–10 minutes. Wrap in pitta with lettuce, tomatoes, and a drizzle of tahini sauce.
5. Vegetable Stir-Fry with Noodles
A stir-fry is one of the fastest meals you can make. Toss egg noodles or rice noodles with mixed vegetables, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Add sliced chicken or tofu for protein. Ready in 15 minutes. Search "noodles" for inspiration.
6. Red Lentil Soup
Lentils are an underrated staple. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil, add red lentils, vegetable stock, cumin, and a pinch of cayenne. Simmer for 20 minutes and blend until smooth. Serve with warm bread for a hearty, filling meal.
7. Spiced Beef Mince with Flatbread
Brown beef mince with onion, garlic, tomatoes, cumin, and mixed spice. Serve on warm flatbread with fresh salad and a squeeze of lemon. This is a 15-minute meal that never disappoints. Search "beef mince" for more ideas.
8. Chickpea Curry
Tinned chickpeas are a weeknight hero. Fry onion with garlic and ginger, add tinned tomatoes, chickpeas, garam masala, turmeric, and chilli. Simmer for 15 minutes and serve with rice or naan. Naturally vegan and 100% approved.
9. Baked Cod with Tomato Sauce
Nestle cod fillets in a tomato, garlic, olive oil, and herb sauce. Bake for 20 minutes until the fish flakes easily. Serve with crusty bread to scoop up the sauce. Simple, light, and incredibly tasty.
10. Egg Fried Rice
Use leftover rice, two eggs, frozen peas, soy sauce, sesame oil, and spring onions. Cook everything together in a hot wok for 10 minutes. This is the ultimate zero-waste meal — and it works with almost any leftover ingredients you have.
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Search Recipes Now →Tips for Quick Cooking
- Keep a well-stocked cupboard — tinned tomatoes, chickpeas, lentils, rice, and noodles mean you can always make something.
- Buy in bulk and freeze — chicken thighs and beef mince freeze well. Defrost overnight in the fridge.
- Batch cook on weekends — a pot of rice or lentil soup lasts 3–4 days in the fridge.
- Invest in good spices — cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, and garam masala transform simple ingredients.
The key to easy cooking is having the right ingredients on hand. Once your cupboard is stocked, great meals are always just minutes away. Use our recipe finder to discover more ideas based on exactly what you have at home.