Cheap 30-minute meals for one
Cooking for one doesn't have to be more expensive, or time consuming. Treat yourself to these easy, cheap recipes for one.
by Justine Pattison
A fast and filling spicy budget rice dish thatβs all made in one pan. It uses standard long grain rice as that's much cheaper than basmati. A dollop of plain yoghurt and/or an Indian chutney make a nice addition if you have them. Read the recipe tips to see what extra ingredients you could use if you already have them in the cupboard.
This recipe is part of a Budget meal plan for one. In October 2023 this recipe was costed at an average of Β£1.09 when checking prices at four UK supermarkets. This recipe is designed to be made in conjunction with alow-cost store-cupboard.
