Quick meals in 20 minutes
Create a recipe you can cook in 20 minutes or less.
Cook faster without shortcuts
A few simple habits make cooking 20-minute meals easier.
1. Prep Like a Pro
Set yourself up for success by having all ingredients ready before you start cooking. Chop vegetables, measure spices, and organize your workspace for a smooth cooking process.
2. Embrace High Heat
High heat is your friend for quick cooking. It's perfect for fast sautéing, stir-frying, and searing, allowing you to cook ingredients rapidly while maintaining flavor and texture.
3. One-Pot Wonders
Opt for one-pot or one-pan meals. They not only reduce cleanup time but often cook faster as flavors meld together in a single vessel.
4. Smart Ingredient Choices
Choose ingredients that cook quickly: thin cuts of meat, quick-cooking grains like couscous or instant rice, and tender vegetables. Save slower-cooking items for another day.
5. Multitask Mindfully
Start with ingredients that take longest to cook, then add quicker-cooking items. This efficient layering ensures everything finishes at the same time.
6. Stock a Speedy Pantry
Keep your pantry stocked with versatile, quick-cooking staples like canned beans, pasta, and flavor boosters like garlic and herbs. These can form the base of many quick meals.
7. Leverage Leftovers
Transform yesterday's roast chicken or vegetables into today's quick stir-fry or salad. Leftovers are a quick cook's secret weapon.
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