quick meal Recipes
199 delicious quick meal recipes from around the world
Cơm Chiên Dương Châu (Vietnamese Yangzhou-Style Fried Rice)
A flavorful and satisfying Vietnamese fried rice, inspired by the classic Yangzhou style. This dish features tender char siu (Chinese BBQ pork), succulent shrimp, fluffy scrambled eggs, and vibrant green peas, all wok-tossed with day-old rice and fragrant scallions. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a delicious side dish.
Cong Bao Niu Rou (Scallion Beef)
A classic and quick Chinese stir-fry featuring tender strips of beef wok-seared to perfection and tossed with a generous amount of fresh, crisp scallions. This dish is known for its simplicity and bold flavors.
Dan Chao Fan (Egg Fried Rice)
A foundational Chinese dish, this Egg Fried Rice features individual grains of rice coated in golden scrambled egg. It's a quick, satisfying, and versatile base for countless variations.
Dan Dan Mian
Sichuan dan dan noodles - a beloved street food featuring noodles tossed in a rich, spicy, and numbing sauce, topped with savory minced pork and preserved vegetables.
Dürüm Döner (Turkish Döner Wrap)
A classic Turkish street food, this Dürüm Döner features thinly shaved, flavorful döner meat, fresh vegetables, and optional sauces, all wrapped tightly in a soft lavash bread. It's a quick, satisfying, and delicious meal.
Ezogelin Çorbası (Turkish Red Lentil Soup)
Ezogelin Çorbası, often called 'Bride's Soup,' is a comforting and flavorful Turkish red lentil soup. It features a delightful blend of red lentils, bulgur, and rice, seasoned with mint and a hint of spice. This soup is named after Ezo, a bride whose exquisite soup recipe became legendary.
Fan Qie Chao Dan (Chinese Tomato and Egg Stir-fry)
A beloved and simple Chinese home-style dish featuring tender, silky scrambled eggs stir-fried with juicy, slightly softened tomatoes. It's a staple in many Chinese households and often one of the first dishes learned by aspiring home cooks due to its ease and deliciousness.
Fattoush
A vibrant and refreshing Lebanese bread salad featuring crispy fried pita pieces tossed with an array of fresh vegetables and a tangy sumac and pomegranate molasses vinaigrette.
Fu Rong Dan (Chinese Egg Foo Young)
Fu Rong Dan, commonly known as Egg Foo Young in Chinese-American cuisine, features fluffy, pan-fried egg patties packed with vegetables and your choice of protein, all generously topped with a savory, glossy gravy. A comforting and satisfying dish.
Gaeng Keow Wan Look Chin Pla (Thai Green Curry with Fish Balls)
A classic and vibrant Thai green curry featuring bouncy fish balls, tender Thai eggplant, and fragrant Thai basil, simmered in a rich coconut milk broth. This quick and easy curry is perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal.
Gaeng Som (Thai Sour Curry)
A vibrant and refreshing Thai sour curry, known for its distinct tangy flavor and lack of coconut milk. This light and invigorating dish is perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
Ginataang Hipon (Shrimp in Coconut Milk)
A classic Filipino comfort food, Ginataang Hipon features succulent shrimp simmered in creamy coconut milk with tender vegetables. This dish is quick to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal.
Gong Bao Dou Fu (Kung Pao Tofu)
A vegetarian twist on the classic Sichuan Kung Pao dish, featuring crispy pan-fried tofu coated in a savory, spicy, and slightly sweet sauce, studded with crunchy peanuts and aromatic chilies.
Gong Bao Xia Ren (Kung Pao Shrimp)
A classic Sichuan stir-fry featuring plump shrimp, crunchy peanuts, and a vibrant sweet, sour, and spicy sauce. This shrimp version is often considered lighter and quicker to prepare than its chicken counterpart.
Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl)
A classic Japanese comfort food featuring thinly sliced beef and sweet onions simmered in a savory-sweet soy-based sauce, served generously over fluffy steamed rice. Often topped with a soft-cooked or raw egg for added richness.
Hải Sản Nướng (Vietnamese Grilled Seafood with Scallion Oil)
A quintessential Vietnamese beachside dish featuring an assortment of fresh seafood grilled to perfection and generously drizzled with fragrant scallion oil. Served with a classic salt-pepper-lime dipping sauce and crunchy peanuts.
Hakka Noodles
Authentic Indian-style Hakka Noodles, a popular street food featuring perfectly cooked noodles stir-fried with vibrant vegetables and a savory soy-based sauce. Quick, flavorful, and satisfying.
Indian Fried Rice
A quick and flavorful Indo-Chinese fried rice, featuring fluffy rice stir-fried with crisp vegetables, scrambled eggs, and a savory soy-vinegar sauce. Perfect as a standalone meal or a delicious accompaniment to Manchurian dishes.
Jia Chang Dou Fu (Home-Style Tofu)
A classic home-style Chinese dish featuring pan-fried tofu cubes coated in a savory sauce with tender pork belly and crisp vegetables. This is a comforting and quick everyday meal.
Jiao Yan Dou Fu (Salt and Pepper Tofu)
A popular Chinese appetizer, this Jiao Yan Dou Fu features crispy fried tofu cubes tossed with a fragrant blend of salt, white pepper, garlic, chilies, and scallions. It's a delightful vegan dish that's both savory and satisfying.
Jjolmyeon (Spicy Chewy Cold Noodles)
Jjolmyeon is a popular Korean street food and cafeteria dish featuring delightfully chewy wheat noodles tossed in a vibrant, spicy-sweet sauce with crisp vegetables. It's a refreshing and satisfying meal, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Kaeng Liang (Thai Spicy Vegetable Soup)
A light and peppery Thai vegetable soup, known for its nourishing properties and often consumed by new mothers to promote lactation. This soup is packed with a variety of fresh vegetables and features a fragrant paste of dried shrimp, shallots, and spices.
Kaeng Pa (Thai Jungle Curry)
An intensely flavorful and spicy Thai curry from the jungle regions, traditionally made without coconut milk. This dish is known for its bold, aromatic, and fiery profile, featuring a medley of fresh vegetables and herbs.
Kai Jeow (Thai Omelet)
A simple yet incredibly satisfying Thai home-style omelet, known for its crispy edges and fluffy interior. It's traditionally deep-fried until puffed and golden, then served immediately over steamed rice with a side of Sriracha for a quick and flavorful meal.