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    Pat Aspiras
    Pat Aspiras
    Last updated 27 Mar 2020

    Easy recipes you can try at home

    Going out to grab a bite in your favourite restaurant unfortunately isn’t as accessible for the time being. But there’s no need to travel far to enjoy your favourite cuisine! It’s the perfect time to try something new and learn how to cook- and impress your mates with your newfound culinary skills while you're at it!
    Here are 10 quick and easy recipes that anyone - even those with no experience in the kitchen - can cook at home to bring your taste buds all over the world.

    1. Australian Meat Pie

    Aussie Meat Pie
    Photo credit: Petersfoodadventures
    We can't miss out on this classic! Some even call this the National Dish of Australia as it's just simply a favourite go-to meal or snack, even. The good news is it's perfectly doable to make at home.
    Petersfoodadventures has a simplified recipe for the traditional Aussie Steak Pie. In just 45 minutes, your meat pie will be ready to be devoured!

    2. Korean Fried Chicken 

    korean friend chicken
    If you’re still reeling from your favourite K-Drama, perhaps whipping up a Korean meal is a great way to reminisce. Nothing sounds better than extra crunchy deep-fried chicken paired with a glass of icy cold beer. If you want to try different versions, Pepper.ph came up with recipes for both North and South Korean Fried Chicken you can test out!

    3. Sweet and Sour Pork 

    SSP Recipe
    Photo credit: Gourmet Traveller
    A trip to your go-to Chinese restaurant isn’t complete without an order of Sweet and Sour Pork. This recipe by Gourmet Traveller is perfect to remake this Cantonese classic. Who can resist the crispy yet juicy pork tossed in a deliciously sweet and tangy sauce?

    4. Classic Spaghetti 

    spaghetti recipe
    Missing your favourite Italian restaurant’s pasta? Have a bite of Italy from home! A Classic Spaghetti with a meaty, herby, and flavourful sauce is a true crowd-pleaser and it will be extremely difficult to limit anyone from taking more than one bite. Try this tasty version by I Heart Naptime to satisfy your cravings! It’s perfect for sharing too! 

    5. Breakfast Burrito

    breakfast burrito
    Who says you can’t have breakfast for dinner? Filled with a chock full of ingredients, this dish is enough to make your tummy full and your heart happy. The beauty of this meal is that you can choose what to add to the burrito, whether it’s hash browns, scrambled eggs, sausages, and more! If you need some inspiration, Fifteen Spatula’s recipe is a great place to start.

    6. French Onion Soup 

    french onion soup
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    French cuisine may be intimidating for some but She Wears Many Hats has an easy French Onion Soup recipe that can start you off. The slowly caramelised onions release an incredible depth of flavour and the cheesy bread topping makes it even more sinful. You can prepare this hearty French Onion Soup and impress your housemates with a fancy-looking dish! 

    7. Taiwanese 3-Cup Chicken

    three cup chicken
    Photo Credit: @cyanwater on Instagram
    Anyone who has visited Taiwan knows that it’s a foodie’s paradise. If you want a taste of those night markets’ street food in your home then perhaps it’s time to make 3-Cup Chicken for dinner! Taking a whiff of this savoury meal that’s loaded with soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine, and loads of garlic will be enough to make your stomach grumble.
    Iamafoodblog's genius recipe just takes 15 minutes to prepare!

    8. Grilled Cheese Sandwich 

    grilled cheese
    Nothing spells out comfort like a Grilled Cheese Sandwich. One bite into the perfectly toasted bread will allow the cheese to ooze into your mouth - good enough to make anyone’s taste buds do a happy dance!
    Epicurious even has recipes that can help you play around with different types of Grilled Cheese Sandwiches!

    9. Bacon Cheeseburger

    bacon cheeseburger recipe
    Sometimes, your stomach just calls for a juicy bite into a Bacon Cheeseburger. If the craving hits, Taste of Home’s recipe teaches how you can make your own right at home. The bacon adds a savoury kick to this classic favourite dish. Add some lettuce leaves, tomatoes, pickle slices, onions, or any toppings of your choice to make it even more loaded with flavour!

    10. Tonkatsu

    tonkatsu
    Who doesn't love a good Tonkatsu? It’s deep-fried goodness equates to a feel-good dinner. Just One Cookbook has great tips on how to make your pork so perfectly crispy that you can hear a crunch when you slice it up! This meal is surely the best way to end your day.

    Dreaming of your next foodie adventure? Check these out and get some inspiration!