Flavorful Dishes to Ditch the Takeout for Tonight

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Why settle for takeout when you can whip up delicious, restaurant-style meals right in your kitchen? This collection of 23 recipes lets you enjoy your favorite flavors without the wait or the takeout cost. From comforting classics like Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry and Chicken Lo Mein to bold flavors in Thai Panang Curry and Saag Bhaji, these dishes bring global tastes to your table. Quick, easy, and packed with the flavors you love, these recipes will make you forget all about ordering in. So, get ready to cook up some takeout-style meals that everyone will enjoy!

Easy Italian Stromboli Recipe

Indulge in the true taste of Italy with this stromboli recipe straight from South Philly, where Italian immigrants turned deliciousness into an art form! Stuffed with a party of deli meats, cheese, and a dash of Italian magic, this easy-to-make stromboli is the perfect way to add some pizzazz to your pizza night. Who needs a fork when you can have a calzone that’s basically a sandwich in disguise? Buon appetito!
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Vegan Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza

Forget the drive to Chicago; you can whip up this Vegan Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza right at home! The best part about cooking at home? You can make it just the way you love it!
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Veggie Pizza Burgers

Get ready to revolutionize burger night with these mouthwatering Veggie Pizza Burgers! Pack your patties with all the pizza goodness you love, slap them on a bun, and top them off with extra marinara magic. It’s like pizza and burgers had a delicious baby—so good you’ll want to invite everyone to the party!
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Red Lentil Dahl Curry

A close up image of a spoon serving up vibrant red lentil dal from a bowl, with fluffy white rice and lemon wedges in the background.

Short on time and cash but big on flavor? This Indian Red Lentil Dahl Curry is your answer! Packed with protein and nutrients, this vegetarian dish is surprisingly simple to make and kind to your wallet. It’s a win-win for busy weeknights!

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Sweet Sour Chicken with Pineapples

a bowl full of Sweet and sour chicken with white rice in the background.

Restaurant quality in a flash! This sweet and sour chicken with pineapple delivers the takeout taste you love and is ready in just 25 minutes. Serve it over rice or noodles for a quick and flavorful meal.

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Coconut Curry Shrimp

Shrimp Coconut Curry in a serving dish with rice in the background

Transport your guests to Thailand with this effortless Thai Shrimp Coconut Curry. This quick and easy recipe creates a rich and aromatic dish that will leave everyone wanting more.

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Saag Bhaji {Spinach Curry}

Sag Bahji {Spinach Curry} served over rice in bowl

Looking for a healthy and delicious way to boost your greens? Look no further than this Quick and Easy Saag Bhaji! This vibrant spinach curry is packed with essential nutrients and boasts a delightful flavor profile. It’s a guilt-free indulgence that’s as good for you as it is tasty.

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Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken is one of our favorites! This easy recipe is a simple Asian-inspired dinner that can replace your Chinese takeout.
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Miso Chicken

Weeknight win! This flavorful Miso Chicken is healthy and packed with umami, all prepped in under 30 minutes.

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Honey Glazed Salmon

glazed salmon on a plate with asparagus next to it.

Salmon perfection in 20 minutes? Yes, please! This sweet and garlicky honey-glazed salmon is addictive and perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight meal.

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Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Ditch the delivery app! This Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry recipe unlocks the secrets to creating restaurant-quality Asian flavors right in your own kitchen. Fresh, high-quality ingredients come together in a symphony of textures and tastes, proving that healthy and delicious can be quick and easy.

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15 Minute Honey Garlic Chicken

Takeout cravings? Consider them conquered! This Honey Garlic Chicken recipe is so quick, you’ll think it’s a magician – ready in just 15 minutes! Satisfy those Asian food cravings without the delivery wait. Serve it over rice, fried rice, or toss it with noodles; it’s like a culinary chameleon that brings comfort with minimal effort. Who needs delivery when you can whip up magic in your kitchen?

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Ultimate Portobello Mushroom Pizza

You can whip up this delicious homemade Portobello Mushroom Pizza for a fraction of the cost of takeout! For the best value, try making your own dough, or use store-bought if you’re short on time. Enjoy!
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Healthy Low Fat Fried Rice

Low Fat Chicken Fried Rice - Erren's Kitchen - This flavorful chicken fried rice has a fraction of the fat of your normal take out and makes a fantastic, a super-speedy one-pan supper.

Enjoy your favorite fried rice without compromising on taste or health! This recipe uses clever techniques to create a light and flavorful dish that’s as easy on your eyes as it is on your waistline.

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Chicken Korma

Craving an authentic Indian feast? Look no further than this Chicken Korma recipe! Succulent chicken is bathed in a creamy sauce bursting with aromatic spices. It’s a taste sensation that will transport you straight to the heart of India.

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Udon Soup

Craving a taste of Japan in a hurry? This 15-minute Udon Soup delivers! Savory broth and tender noodles come together in a flash for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Best Ever Fried Rice

Weeknight magic in 20 minutes! This best-ever fried rice recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort.

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Quick and Easy Thai Panang Curry

Thai Panang Chicken Curry on a bed of steamed rice and garnished with red chilies

Calling all curry lovers! This recipe might just be the best Panang Chicken Curry you’ll ever make. Packed with flavor, healthier than takeout, and surprisingly easy to whip up at home.

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Chicken Lo mein

Craving lo mein, your way? This recipe is your blank canvas! Tender chicken, colorful veggies, and a savory-sweet sauce come together in under 30 minutes.

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Chinese Beef Noodle Soup

A white bowl containing beef noodle soup with a dark broth, slices of beef, white noodles, and green scallions on top.

Dive into a bowl of customizable comfort! This Chinese Beef Noodle Soup recipe is just the starting point. Experiment with different vegetables, simmering times, and spice levels to create a flavor profile uniquely yours. This hearty soup is a delicious and versatile way to warm up from the inside out.

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Miso Ramen

Warm your soul with this Japanese-inspired Miso Ramen. Savory miso broth and tender ramen noodles meet crisp bok choy for a satisfying and easy weeknight meal.

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Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry

A chicken and Broccoli stir fry piled high on a white plate with chop sticks

Whip up a weeknight wonder with this Chicken Broccoli Stir-fry! Packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect escape from takeout.

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