Inflation in Germany rose again in October 2022 and according to the forecasts of the Federal Statistical Office, services and goods are almost 11% more expensive than in October 2021. Unfortunately, German consumers should expect higher prices in the coming months as inflation is unlikely to rise. calm down soon But in times when everything seems to be getting more expensive every day and the holidays are just around the corner, we all want to save a little money wherever we go. Weekly grocery shopping shouldn’t make a big dent in our wallets, and we shouldn’t have to sacrifice taste to cook cheaply. Our suggestions for quick and cheap recipes for little money promise a lot of enjoyment and a very delicious taste! Whether it’s a classic potato gratin, carrot soup or a pan of minced meat – these dishes fulfill all culinary wishes! Read and enjoy.
Cheap meatless recipes
Compared to October 2021, the prices of meat and meat products have increased by 19.5 percent. To save some money, how about making cheap vegetarian recipes. Craving some delicious meatless meatballs? Or would you prefer vegan carrot soup? To save money, you always prefer to buy seasonal vegetables. And here are some super cheap meatless recipes that the whole family will enjoy.
Potato gratin recipe
Cheap recipes from grandma’s time? Sometimes the simplest dishes taste the best and the potato gratin is a true classic of sweet cuisine that tastes great as a side dish or as a main course.
Ingredients for 4-6 servings:
- 800 grams of potatoes, wax
- 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 250 ml of milk
- 250 ml of cream
- 200 grams of Edam or mountain cheese
- salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Peel the potatoes and thinly slice them with a mandolin or in a food processor.
- Whisk the cream, milk and garlic cloves in a bowl.
- Season the potatoes with salt and pepper and put them in a saucepan.
- Pour in the cream mixture and sprinkle a little more salt to taste.
- Finally, sprinkle with cheese and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
- And voilà – your classic potato gratin is ready!
Bean stew with tomatoes and spinach
At just £2.50 a serving, packed with flavor and nutrients, Tomato and Bean Stew is a healthy and affordable recipe that the whole family will love.
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
- 2 x 400 grams canned chopped tomatoes
- 2 x 400 grams of canned white beans
- 200 grams of baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1/2 bunch fresh basil
- salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry the onion for 6-7 minutes until translucent.
- Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the tomatoes and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and cook for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens a little.
- Add the white beans and spinach and cook for another 6-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with basil.
- Serve the bean stew with bread and enjoy!
A cheap vegan recipe: carrot soup with potatoes
Healthy and inexpensive recipes that taste delicious? This creamy carrot soup with potatoes today is only 200 calories per serving and is perfect for a quick and light weeknight dinner.
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 800 grams of carrots
- 200 grams of potatoes, peeled
- 2 medium onions, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, sliced
- 800 ml vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1/2 bunch fresh coriander
- salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat and fry the onion for 5-6 minutes.
- Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the carrots, potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot and season with salt and pepper,
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat.
- Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the pot from the heat and add the fresh coriander.
- Puree finely with a hand blender or in a food processor and your vegan carrot soup is ready.
Fried rice with vegetables
It doesn’t matter if you want to cook vegetarian or cheap meat recipes – rice is still one of the cheapest foods and can be prepared in many ways. With our recipe for fried rice with vegetables, only good things will reach your plate.
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 250 grams of rice
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 150 grams of peas, frozen
- 200 grams of carrots, cut into small pieces
- 100 grams of sweet corn, frozen
- 1 small piece ginger (optional), sliced
- 4 eggs
- 1 bunch of onions, cut into thin rings
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 spoons of soy sauce
- pepper
Preparation:
- Cook the rice in three times the amount of water according to package instructions and allow to cool completely.
- Heat the olive oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the carrots and onion for 5-6 minutes.
- Add the garlic, peas, sweet corn and ginger and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the rice to the pan and fry for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Beat the eggs and soy sauce in a bowl.
- Put a little of the mixture on the edge of the pan and mix in the eggs.
- Season the fried rice with pepper and enjoy.
Cheap recipes with meat
And, of course, we have also thought of the meat eaters among you and have collected some cheap recipes with meat.
Ground beef pan with tripe
Looking for ideas to make inexpensive family recipes? This Beef Rice and Bean Casserole is the perfect quick and tasty dinner for busy weeknights.
Ingredients for 4 servings:
- 260 grams of pre-cooked brown rice
- 350 grams of mixed minced meat
- 150 grams of sweet corn, frozen
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 400 grams of diced canned tomatoes or salsa
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry the beef for 5-6 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the tomatoes, sweet corn and black beans and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Season with spices and your quick dinner is ready.
Healthy and Inexpensive Dinner Recipes: Baked Chicken Thighs with Baked Vegetables
Chicken thighs are significantly cheaper than chicken breast fillets, but still very good. Especially when you need quick and cheap dinner recipes, oven baked chicken thighs are your salvation. And the best? The recipe is very customizable and you can use whatever vegetables you have in the fridge.
Ingredients for 4-6 servings:
- 6 chicken thighs with bones and skin
- 400 grams of potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 400 grams of beans, ends cut off
- 30 ml olive oil
- 1 teaspoon each Italian seasoning and paprika powder
- salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- Season the chicken thighs well with half the olive oil and the spices.
- Toss the vegetables with the remaining olive oil.
- Spread the chicken thighs and potatoes in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Add green beans and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
- Serve with a salad and enjoy.
Crispy fish fillets in a potato chip crust
And here is a quick and cheap recipe for all fish lovers! Have you ever baked fish fillets with chip skin? If not, you’ve already missed something. We tried the recipe ourselves and it was really good.
Ingredients:
- 4 fillets of your choice of fish, such as cod or haddock
- 1 egg
- 70-80 grams of fried potatoes
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 lemon juice
- salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Heat the oven to 200 degrees and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Wash the fish fillets in cold water, pat dry and sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Crush the potato chips and put them in a bowl.
- Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
- Season the fish with salt and pepper and first dip it in the egg and then in the fried potatoes.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and serve with a side dish of your choice.
