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Recipes with Pantry, Canned and Frozen Ingredients

March 26, 2020 Last updated on March 23, 2020 By Manu Leave a Comment

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These days, it can be hard to regularly go out for groceries. So, I have put together a collection of delicious recipes that can be made with things you are likely to already have in your kitchen. I hope you enjoy these Recipes with Pantry, Canned and Frozen Ingredients.

I don’t know how things are where you live, but here in Sydney, things seem to be a bit out of hand. People are buying things so fast that by the time I get to the supermarket, many shelves are already empty.

I must admit I am not happy about this. We are all already stressed enough, and running out of food is not something I would like to have to deal with in addition to keeping safe.

So, I thought that cooking with ingredients we already have in our kitchen, using up frozen or canned food or pantry staples, may help relieve the stress. I will share with you many delicious meal ideas that you can make right now without having to go out of your house! Let’s start (click on the photo to go to the recipe)!

Beef Korokke

A fantastic Japanese recipe: deep-fried and panko coated potato and beef croquettes.

Pea and Sweet Corn Fritters

You can make these deliciously healthy pea and sweet corn fritters with just a few pantry and freezer staples. These quick and easy fritters will be ready in 30 minutes.

Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Stew with Potatoes, Carrots, and Tomatoes

This chicken stew is really fast and easy with pantry staples and your slow cooker! Tender chicken, potatoes and carrots in a rich and savoury, creamy, tomato-based sauce – seriously delicious comfort food your whole family will love! FC

Italian Tuna Loaf

A quick and easy seafood recipe the whole family will love!

Instant Pot Rajma Chawal

Instant Pot Rajma Chawal is a delicious meal your whole family will love. The Instant Pot makes preparing this hearty vegetarian recipe easy enough for a busy night. Leftovers store well and make perfect nutritious lunches to fuel your family’s day.

Tuna and Onion Pizza

A traditional topping for an authentic Italian pizza.

Mexican Instant Pot Rice and Beans

Easy Mexican Instant Pot rice and beans makes a delicious and quick vegetarian lunch, dinner, or side dish.

Slow Cooker Chipotle Black Bean Soup

This chipotle vegan black bean soup can be made in an Instant Pot or slow cooker. It’s a great make-ahead meal that’s loaded with nutrients and bursting with flavour!

Slow Cooker Root Beer Barbecue Pulled Pork

This root beer pulled pork recipe is sweet and tasty – perfect for family dinner, leftovers for lunch, or when you are craving a pulled pork sandwich.

Onigiri

Japanese rice balls/triangles filled with a variety of fillings and flavours. They make an ideal quick snack and are a fun alternative to sandwiches for lunch.

Easy Chili

The BEST quick and easy chili recipe! Made in 30 minutes on the stovetop, this beef chili is a delicious family-friendly dinner!

Spicy Curried Chicken

This spicy curried chicken recipe is a freezer-friendly meal that you can quickly bake in the oven. In just 25 minutes you can have this served on your table and spices will make it a favourite amongst most family members!

 

Healthy Salmon Loaf

Enjoy this nutritious and tasty salmon loaf recipe made with canned fish for a budget-friendly family dinner. Served with creamy cucumber and dill salad. This recipe is low-carb, paleo, Whole30 and gluten-free.

Instant Pot Lentil Soup

Instant Pot Lentil Soup can be made with pantry staples like lentils and canned tomatoes, and frozen veggies. It’s a super easy, delicious pantry recipe!

BBQ Chicken Pizzadilla

A 5-ingredient quick dinner made with canned chicken and pantry staples that kids love. It is a quesadilla with a pizza filling!

Chicken Pot Pie Baked Rice

A quick rice casserole made with rice, shredded chicken, canned condensed soup, frozen vegetables, and cheese. So easy, delicious, and comforting!

Easy Chana Masala

A satisfying and flavourful meal made with tender chickpeas smothered in a spicy, tomato-based sauce. This meal is easy to whip up and comes together quickly!

Tuna and Tomato Pasta

A very quick and easy authentic Italian recipe for a tasty pasta the whole family will love!

Sweet Potato, Lentil, and Chickpea Curry

Meatless Monday dinner is sorted with this delicious, healthy and hearty Sweet Potato, Lentil, and Chickpea Curry. It’s an easy one-pan meal that’s ready in 30 minutes and made with pantry staples including chickpeas, tinned diced tomatoes, and turmeric!

Instant Pot Lentil Quinoa Soup

This vegetarian Instant Pot Lentil soup is incredibly comforting and filling! Added bonus is that this vegan lentil soup recipe is ‘dump and go one-pot’ recipe. Simple ingredients and big flavours make it a perfect weeknight dinner recipe.

 

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