Hello! Today I will tell you about practical recipes that students and everyone who is budget-friendly will love. Eating food can be difficult, especially during a busy class schedule or with limited financial resources, but you can easily prepare delicious meals with these recipes.
- Pasta salad:
- Ingredients: Pasta, cucumber, tomato, olive oil, lemon juice, salt.
- Preparation: After boiling and cooling the pasta, mix it with chopped cucumber and tomato. Add olive oil, lemon juice and salt and serve.
- Chicken Chickpea Dish:
- Ingredients: Chicken breast, canned chickpeas, onion, garlic, tomato paste, spices.
- Preparation: Sauté chicken and onion, add tomato paste and fry. Add chickpeas and spices and cook.
- Omelette:
- Ingredients: Egg, cheese, tomato, pepper, salt, black pepper.
- Preparation: Beat the eggs, add chopped cheese, tomato and pepper and cook in a pan. Serve with salt and pepper.
These recipes are both fast and economical, and can be made with practical ingredients suitable for student life. Each can be easily adapted and varied to suit your taste.
Economical and Healthy Basic Ingredients
With these ingredients, you can both protect your budget and take care of a healthy diet. Here are the basic ingredients you should have in your kitchen cabinet:
- Bulgur wheat:
Bulgur is one of the indispensable ingredients of Turkish cuisine and is both an economical and nutritious option. Ideal for preparing pilafs, salads and various stuffed fillings.
- Dried Legumes (Lentils, Beans, Chickpeas):
Dried legumes such as lentils, beans and chickpeas are rich in protein and fiber. They can be stored for a long time and used in a wide variety of dishes.
- Egg:
Eggs are an economical and versatile source of protein. It can be used in many recipes such as omelettes, poached eggs, salads and desserts.
- Whole wheat flour:
Whole wheat flour is more nutritious and rich in fiber than white flour. It can be used in many pastries such as bread, cakes and cookies. - Vegetables and Greens:
Vegetables such as lettuce, tomato, cucumber and greens such as parsley and dill form the basis of a healthy diet. They can be used fresh or frozen depending on the season.
These basic ingredients are necessary for a healthy and balanced diet. Additionally, with their affordable prices, they help you prepare delicious meals in the kitchen without straining your budget. You can try creative recipes using these ingredients.
Quick and Easy Recipes: Microwave and One-Pot Meals
Microwave and one-pot meals can be saviors during busy times or when you want to make delicious meals with few ingredients. Here are a few suggestions for you to try:
- Microwave Potato:
Ingredients: Large potatoes, salt.
Preparation: Wash the potatoes and make holes with a fork or knife. Cook in a microwave bowl or plate on high power for 5-7 minutes. Check by turning it occasionally. Serve hot. - One Pot Pasta:
Ingredients: Pasta, water, salt, optional: grated cheddar cheese, chopped tomatoes or olives.
Preparation: Put the pasta in the pot, add enough water to cover it. Add salt and let it boil. Cook until the water is absorbed. Add cheese or tomatoes if desired and serve.
- Microwave Omelet:
Ingredients: Eggs, milk, sliced greens (parsley, dill), grated cheese, salt, pepper.
Preparation: Beat the egg in a bowl, add milk, greens, cheese, salt and pepper. Cook in microwave bowl on high power for 2-3 minutes. Serve by slicing.
These recipes save time and allow you to prepare delicious meals with few ingredients. Making practical meals using a microwave and a single pot is a great option, especially for students or those with a busy work schedule.
Pizza, Hamburger and Fast Food Alternatives at Home
With these recipes, you can make your own healthy and delicious versions instead of ordering from outside.
- Homemade Pizza:
Ingredients: Pizza dough (prepared or homemade from the market), pizza sauce, grated cheddar cheese, optional: mushrooms, olives, sausage, ham, pepper.
Preparation: Roll out the pizza dough and spread pizza sauce on it. Add grated cheddar cheese and your favorite ingredients. Bake in a preheated oven. Serve hot. - Homemade Hamburgers:
Ingredients: Burger bun, meatballs (minced meat, spices), lettuce, tomato, pickle slices, cheddar or burger cheese, ketchup, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Shape the meatballs and cook them in a pan or on the grill. Lightly toast the burger buns. Place lettuce, tomato slices and pickle slices on the bottom bread. Add the meatballs and cheese on top. Cover the top bread and serve.
- Homemade Wrap:
Ingredients: Phyllo or lavash, chicken or beef, chopped vegetables (lettuce, tomato, cucumber), yoghurt sauce (yoghurt, garlic, salt, lemon juice), optional: cheese.
Preparation: Lay the dough or lavash on a flat surface. Spread yoghurt sauce on it, add chopped vegetables and meat. Optionally, you can also add cheese. Wrap it in a roll shape and serve by slicing.
With these recipes, you can prepare fast food style meals in a healthy and delicious way at home. For even more customization, you can adjust the ingredients and sauces as desired. Making pizza, burgers and wraps at home is both an economical and healthy option.
Long-Lasting Recipes That Can Be Kept in the Freezer
- Soup:
Ingredients: Vegetables (e.g. carrots, potatoes, onions), lentils or beans, water, salt, spices.
Preparation: Boil the vegetables and lentils or beans. Put it in a blender and obtain a smooth consistency. Freeze by portioning in freezer bags or containers. Thaw when needed, reheat and serve hot. - Seasonal Vegetables Gratin:
Ingredients: Vegetables such as potatoes, zucchini, carrots, cream or milk, grated cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper.
Preparation: Slice the vegetables. Place on a tray. Pour cream or milk over them. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper and grated cheddar cheese. Bake in a preheated oven. After it cools down, divide it into portions and freeze it. Serve by heating when needed.
- Mushroom Rice:
Ingredients: Mushrooms, rice, chicken or vegetable broth, butter or olive oil, salt, black pepper, parsley.
Preparation: Chop the mushrooms and sauté them in butter or olive oil. Add rice and fry. Add chicken or vegetable broth. Cook the rice. After it has cooled, freeze it by portioning it in freezer bags or containers. Serve by heating when needed.
These recipes can be stored in the freezer for a long time, and you can quickly heat them up and serve them fresh whenever you need them. Meals kept ready in the freezer are a great convenience, especially during busy work periods or for unexpected guests.
Essential Cooking Tools and Utensils for the Student Kitchen
- Pots and Pans:
A good set of pots and pans is among the indispensable items in the student kitchen. You can easily cook soups, rice and pasta with a pot. Pans allow you to quickly prepare many dishes such as eggs, omelets, vegetables and meat. - Microwave oven:
The microwave oven is a very functional tool for students. Ideal for heating ready meals, steaming potatoes or vegetables, preparing quick snacks. - Knife Set:
A good set of knives makes chopping easier and food preparation faster. It’s important to have at least a chef’s knife, bread knife, and paring knife. - Kitchen Dimensions:
Kitchen measurements such as measuring spoons and measuring cups are necessary to prepare recipes in the correct size. This way, you can measure the ingredients exactly and prepare meals according to the recipe. - Toaster or Toast Sandwich Maker:
A toaster or toast sandwich maker is very practical and useful for quick snacks. Ideal for preparing toast, toasted sandwiches or grilled cheese sandwiches.
- Mixing Bowl and Baking Tray:
The mixing bowl is essential for preparing mixtures such as cake batter, salad dressing or marinade sauce. The baking tray is used for cakes, cookies or baked goods.
Using these basic cooking tools and equipment, you can prepare delicious and economical meals in the student kitchen. You can make your kitchen functional by choosing the tools that will be most useful to you with limited space and budget.
See you in the next post,
Anil UZUN