Question

What is your favorite budget friendly cooked meal?

Answer 1

I can suggest a budget-friendly cooked meal that many people enjoy: "Vegetable Stir-Fry with Rice."

Vegetable Stir-Fry with Rice:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snap peas, mushrooms, or any other vegetables you have on hand)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or more to taste)
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, but adds depth of flavor)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional, for some heat)
• Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the rice according to the package instructions or using a rice cooker.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger (if using) to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until they start to soften but are still crisp.
5. Mix the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using) in a small bowl and pour it over the vegetables. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
6. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to taste.
7. Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle with sesame oil (if using) for extra flavor.
8. Serve the stir-fried vegetables over the cooked rice.
9. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro (if desired).

This vegetable stir-fry with rice is not only delicious and satisfying but also budget-friendly since you can use various vegetables and adjust the ingredients based on what you have available. It's a versatile and healthy meal option that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences and dietary requirements. Enjoy!