Mains
Grouped by cuisine, so you can go straight to what you're in the mood for.
Italian
- Juicy Italian Meatballs in Tomato SauceTender beef and pork meatballs with parmesan and herbs, simmered in a garlicky tomato sauce.馃ォ 50 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Mushroom RisottoCreamy, slow-stirred rice with deeply browned mushrooms, white wine and plenty of parmesan.馃崉 45 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Slow Beef Ragu with PappardelleBeef chuck braised low until it falls apart into the sauce. It cooks for three hours, and you only need to be there at the start and the end.馃ォ 3 h 45 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 6
- Spicy Vodka RigatoniRigatoni in a blushing tomato cream sauce with chilli heat and a splash of vodka for depth.馃崫 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Chicken Pesto PastaA fresh basil pesto blitzed while the water boils, tossed through penne with seared chicken and sweet cherry tomatoes.馃 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Garlic Prawn LinguineJuicy prawns, plenty of garlic, lemon and parsley, tossed through linguine with a little of the starchy pasta water to make it glossy.馃崫 20 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- High-Protein Cottage Cheese AlfredoA creamy, garlicky Alfredo-style sauce built on blended cottage cheese, with seared chicken and pasta.馃崫 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Spaghetti CarbonaraSpaghetti, crisp pancetta and a silky sauce of egg yolks and pecorino. No cream, ever.馃崫 25 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Bucatini all鈥橝matricianaBucatini coated in a punchy tomato sauce with crisp guanciale, chilli and pecorino.馃崫 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Chicken PiccataGolden chicken in a bright lemon, caper and butter sauce, ready for a simple weeknight supper.馃崡 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Italian Sausage and PeppersJuicy Italian sausages simmer with sweet peppers, onion, garlic and tomatoes for a hearty one-pan meal.馃珣 45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Pasta al PestoA simple Italian pasta tossed with fragrant basil pesto, Parmesan and a splash of pasta water.馃崫 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Saltimbocca alla RomanaTender veal, savoury prosciutto and fresh sage come together in a buttery white wine pan sauce.馃ォ 30 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Chicken CacciatoreBone-in thighs braised with peppers, tomatoes and olives until the sauce is rich and the meat falls away.馃崡 1 h 5 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Spaghetti Aglio e OlioGarlic gently sizzled in olive oil with chilli and parsley, tossed through spaghetti. Pantry cooking at its best.馃崫 20 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Spaghetti BologneseBeef mince browned hard, then simmered slowly with tomatoes, red wine and a little milk until thick, rich and glossy.馃ォ 1 h 10 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Gnocchi with PestoPillowy potato gnocchi are tossed with fragrant basil pesto, parmesan and a little pasta water.馃 20 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Insalata di RisoA colourful Italian rice salad with tuna, olives, vegetables and a bright lemon dressing.馃崥 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Italian PaniniCrisp, golden panini filled with mozzarella, tomato, basil and a little pesto.馃 18 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Linguine alle VongoleA classic Italian pasta of tender clams, garlic, parsley and white wine in a glossy, briny sauce.馃Κ 35 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- MuffulettaA generous Italian-inspired sandwich layered with olive salad, cured meats and cheese.馃崬 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Osso BucoSlow-braised veal shanks with tomato, white wine and a bright lemon and parsley gremolata.馃ォ 2 h 45 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Pasta alla PuttanescaA punchy Italian pasta with tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies and a little chilli.馃崫 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Risotto ai FunghiCreamy Italian mushroom risotto with porcini, Parmesan and a little butter stirred through at the end.馃崉 45 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
American
- Cheesy Beef and Rice Stuffed PeppersSweet roasted peppers packed with seasoned beef, rice and tomato, finished under bubbling cheese.馃珣 1 h 10 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Classic CheeseburgersJuicy, well-seasoned beef patties with melted cheese, pickles and a toasted bun. Simple, and done right.馃ォ 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Crispy Chicken BurgersChicken thighs soaked in buttermilk, dredged in seasoned flour and shallow-fried until craggy and golden, in soft buns with lettuce and mayonnaise.馃ガ 1 h 5 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Egg Roll in a BowlAll the flavour of an egg roll filling, minus the wrapper. Pork, cabbage and ginger in 25 minutes.馃ォ 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Stovetop Mac and CheeseMacaroni in a smooth, properly cheesy sauce, made in one pan while the pasta boils. No oven and no crumbs, just the good part.馃崫 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Classic Lobster RollSweet lobster dressed with lemon and chives, tucked into a buttery, toasted split-top bun.馃 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Classic BLTCrisp streaky bacon, cold lettuce and ripe tomato on toast with plenty of mayonnaise. Salting the tomato is what makes it.馃 15 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Crispy Grilled CheeseButter and mayonnaise on the outside for an even, crackly golden crust, and grated cheddar that melts all the way to the edges.馃崬 15 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Marry Me ChickenSeared chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato and parmesan sauce. Spoon it over pasta, rice or mash.馃崊 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Tuna MeltTuna mayonnaise sharpened with red onion, celery and lemon, on toasted sourdough under a thick layer of cheddar grilled until bubbling.馃悷 15 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Classic American HamburgerJuicy seasoned beef patties with crisp lettuce, tomato, onion and cheese in soft toasted buns.馃ォ 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Classic American MeatloafA tender, savoury beef and pork loaf glazed with tangy tomato sauce and served warm.馃ォ 1 h 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 6
- Macaroni and CheeseCreamy cheddar sauce coats tender macaroni, finished with a crisp, buttery breadcrumb top.馃崫 45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Shrimp and GritsCreamy cheddar grits topped with smoky, garlicky shrimp and a bright squeeze of lemon.馃 40 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
Chinese
- Mapo TofuSilky tofu in a fiery, numbing Sichuan sauce with a little minced pork. Ready in twenty-five minutes.馃ォ 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Egg Fried Rice with Peas and Spring OnionDay-old rice, hot wok, a few eggs. The fastest good dinner in the book and a proper use for leftovers.15 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Garlic Chili Oil NoodlesHot oil poured straight over garlic and chili flakes. Dinner in one boil of the pot.馃崪 15 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Kung Pao ChickenTender chicken stir-fried with peanuts, dried chillies and a sweet, sour and savoury sauce.馃崡 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 3
- Ants Climbing a TreeGlass noodles soak up savoury pork, chilli bean paste and fragrant Sichuan pepper in this Chinese classic.馃ォ 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- ZhajiangmianA savoury, gently sweet pork and fermented bean sauce coats noodles, finished with crisp cucumber and spring onion.馃ォ 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Egg Fried RiceCold cooked rice fried hard in a hot wok with egg, peas and spring onions. Yesterday's rice is best: freshly cooked rice turns sticky.馃崥 15 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Peanut Butter Pork NoodlesSavoury pork, a sharp peanut-lime sauce and chewy udon, tossed together in one pan in 20 minutes.馃ォ 20 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Chinese Tomato and Egg Stir-FrySoft scrambled eggs and juicy tomatoes make this quick Chinese home-style dish a comforting main.馃崊 20 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Hot and Sour NoodlesSpringy noodles are tossed with chilli, black vinegar, soy and crisp vegetables for a punchy, savoury bowl.馃崪 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Pork and Cabbage BaoziSoft steamed buns filled with savoury pork, cabbage, ginger and sesame.馃ォ 2 h 15 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 8
- Red-Braised Pork BellyTender pork belly simmers in a glossy soy, ginger and star anise sauce, balanced with a gentle sweetness.馃ォ 2 h 30 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Steamed Fish with Ginger and ScallionsTender steamed fish is finished with fragrant ginger, scallions and a savoury soy dressing.馃悷 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
Indian
- Chana MasalaOnions taken well past golden, whole spices bloomed in oil, and a sour hit of amchur at the end.馃崊 40 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Chicken Tikka MasalaCharred marinated chicken in a rich, creamy tomato sauce. A curry house classic you can make at home.馃崡 1 h 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Mango LassiRipe mango blended with cold yogurt, a little milk and a pinch of cardamom into a thick, cooling drink.馃キ 5 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Masoor Dal with Garlic TadkaRed lentils cooked to a creamy soup, finished with sizzling garlic and cumin. Cheap, quick and deeply satisfying.馃珮 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Palak PaneerSoft cubes of paneer in a creamy, gently spiced spinach sauce. Bright green and easy.馃ガ 40 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Mutton KeemaA warmly spiced Indian minced mutton curry with peas, ginger and fresh coriander.馃崊 55 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Tarka DalRed lentils simmered with turmeric until soft and creamy, then finished with a sizzling tarka of cumin, garlic, ginger and green chilli in hot oil.馃珮 45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Baingan BhartaSmoky aubergine mashed with tomatoes, onion and warming spices, finished with fresh coriander.馃崋 55 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Dal MakhaniSlow-simmered black lentils and kidney beans finished with butter, cream and warming spices.馃珮 2 h 30 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Malai KoftaSoft paneer and potato dumplings in a gently spiced, creamy tomato sauce, finished with a little cream.馃 1 h 5 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Paneer Butter MasalaSoft paneer sits in a buttery tomato sauce, gently spiced and finished with cream.馃崊 45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Tandoori ChickenYoghurt-marinated chicken is roasted until tender, with smoky edges and warming Indian spices.馃崡 45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
Mexican
- Beef Birria TacosChilli-braised beef, griddled in crisp tortillas with melted cheese and dipped in the rich red broth.馃ォ 3 h 20 min 路 Project 路 Serves 6
- Chunky GuacamoleRipe avocados, lime, coriander and a little chilli. Mash it rough and serve straight away.馃 10 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Crispy Chicken QuesadillasSpiced chicken, peppers and lots of melted cheese pressed between tortillas and fried until crisp.馃珣 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Camarones a la DiablaJuicy prawns simmer in a smoky, fiery chilli sauce with garlic, tomato and a squeeze of lime.馃崊 35 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Carne AsadaCitrus-marinated steak seared hot, then sliced thinly across the grain for tender, smoky carne asada.馃ォ 50 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- EntomatadasSoft corn tortillas are dipped in a warmly spiced tomato sauce, folded with cheese and finished with fresh toppings.馃崊 40 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Pescado a la VeracruzanaTender white fish bakes in a bright tomato sauce with olives, capers, chilli and lime.馃悷 40 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Black Bean Burrito BowlsSpiced rice, black beans, sweetcorn and fresh salsa in one bowl. Vegan, colourful and filling.馃崥 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Chicken Tinga TacosShredded chicken in a smoky chipotle and tomato sauce, piled into warm corn tortillas with a quick pickled onion.馃崡 45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Chili Lime Fish TacosDry chili rub, a very hot pan, lime slaw. Warm the tortillas properly and it is a different dinner.馃悷 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Mole PoblanoChicken is simmered in a rich, gently spiced mole with chillies, toasted seeds, chocolate and warm spices.馃崡 1 h 45 min 路 Project 路 Serves 6
Japanese
- Chicken Katsu CurryA crisp golden panko chicken cutlet with a mild, glossy Japanese curry sauce and rice.馃 1 h 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Miso Mushroom UdonChewy udon in a savoury miso broth with browned mushrooms and greens. A fast, warming bowl.馃崉 20 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Japanese Chicken KaraageCrisp, ginger-scented chicken pieces with a savoury soy marinade, served hot with lemon.45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Miso RamenA comforting bowl of miso ramen with springy noodles, savoury broth, mushrooms and a soft-boiled egg.馃崪 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- NikujagaA comforting Japanese simmer of tender beef, potatoes and onion in a sweet soy broth.馃ォ 50 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Chicken Teriyaki Rice BowlGlossy sticky chicken thighs with a homemade sauce, over rice with cucumber and sesame. Better than takeaway.馃崥 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Japanese Chicken CurryA homely Japanese curry with tender chicken, soft vegetables and a gently sweet, savoury sauce.馃 55 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Udon Noodle SoupChewy udon noodles sit in a savoury dashi broth with mushrooms, spring onions and tender greens.馃崪 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
Thai
- Pad Krapow with Minced PorkFiery basil pork over rice with a crisp fried egg. Thailand's favourite fast lunch, ready in twenty minutes.馃崥 20 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Thai Fried RiceJasmine rice is stir-fried with garlic, fish sauce, lime and fresh herbs for a quick Thai-style main.馃崥 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Thai Glass Noodle Stir-FrySpringy glass noodles, crisp vegetables and egg are tossed in a savoury, lime-bright Thai sauce.馃崡 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Thai Grilled ChickenJuicy grilled chicken marinated with garlic, coriander, fish sauce and a little honey.馃崡 45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Pad See EwWide rice noodles, savoury sauce and crisp greens make this Thai stir-fry a quick, satisfying main.馃崪 25 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 2
- Thai Red CurryA fragrant Thai red curry with coconut milk, chicken, vegetables, basil and a bright squeeze of lime.馃ゥ 35 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
British
- Lemon and Herb Baked SalmonSalmon fillets baked on lemon slices under a bright coat of garlic, dill, parsley and olive oil. Quick, and very hard to get wrong.馃悷 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Shepherd's PieLamb mince simmered with carrots and onion in a rich gravy, under buttery mash baked until the ridges turn crisp and golden.馃ォ 1 h 25 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Chicken and Mushroom PieA comforting British pie with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms and a creamy thyme sauce under crisp golden pastry.馃崉 1 h 15 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Ploughman鈥檚 LunchA generous British lunch of sharp cheddar, tangy pickle, crisp apple and crusty bread.馃 15 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
- Rosemary Lamb Chops with Crushed PotatoesLamb chops rubbed with rosemary and garlic and seared until pink inside, next to new potatoes crushed with olive oil and lemon.馃ォ 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 2
French
- Creamy Mushroom Chicken SkilletGolden chicken thighs and browned mushrooms in a garlicky thyme cream sauce. One pan, 40 minutes.馃崉 40 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Ratatouille with White BeansAubergine, courgette, peppers and tomatoes slowly stewed in olive oil, with beans to make it a meal.馃崋 1 h 10 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Chicken ChasseurGolden chicken simmers in a savoury French sauce of mushrooms, tomato, wine and herbs.馃崉 1 h 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Beef BourguignonSlow-braised beef, red wine, mushrooms and bacon make a comforting French classic.馃ォ 3 h 30 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 6
- Steak au poivrePepper-crusted steaks meet a silky brandy and cream pan sauce in this French bistro classic.30 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 2
Korean
- Japchae (Korean Glass Noodle Stir-Fry)Springy sweet potato noodles tossed with beef, spinach, mushrooms and carrot in a nutty, savoury sauce.馃崪 40 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Spicy TteokbokkiChewy rice cakes simmered in a sweet, fiery gochujang sauce with fish cakes and a boiled egg.馃悷 25 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 3
- Korean Fried ChickenCrisp double-fried chicken is tossed in a sticky, spicy gochujang sauce with garlic, ginger and sesame.馃崡 55 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
- Samgyetang (Korean Ginseng Chicken Soup)A gently simmered whole chicken stuffed with rice, garlic and ginseng, served in a clear, fragrant broth.馃崡 1 h 50 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 2
Mediterranean
Greek
Indonesian
- Indonesian Chicken Satay with Peanut SauceTender grilled chicken skewers with a fragrant, sweet-savoury peanut sauce and a squeeze of lime.馃崡 45 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Opor AyamIndonesian chicken gently simmered in coconut milk with fragrant lemongrass, galangal and warming spices.馃崡 1 h 5 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
Pakistani
Moroccan
- Moroccan Chicken BastillaA crisp, flaky pie filled with fragrant chicken, spiced eggs and sweet cinnamon almonds.馃崡 1 h 45 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 6
- Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon and OlivesTender spiced chicken simmers with briny olives and preserved lemon in a fragrant onion sauce.馃崡 1 h 15 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
Iraqi
Caribbean
- Coconut Chickpea and Spinach CurryChickpeas and spinach in a creamy, mildly spiced coconut sauce. Vegan and on the table in thirty minutes.馃ゥ 30 min 路 Easy 路 Serves 4
- Trinidadian Chicken RotiA warmly spiced chicken and potato curry tucked into soft roti, with the bold flavours of Trinidadian home cooking.馃珦 1 h 15 min 路 Medium 路 Serves 4
Turkish
Irish
Vietnamese
Peruvian
Lebanese
Nigerian
Spanish
Middle Eastern
Ethiopian
Scandinavian
Filipino
Persian
Brazilian
Malaysian
Everyday
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