From risotto to pizza and pasta to curry – try these tasty cost-effective dishes

<p>We're super excited about our new partnership with Insta-chef and savvy saver Mimi Harrison a.k.a. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beatthebudget/" target="_blank">@beatthebudget</a>. Mimi whips up full-on flavour, mouth-watering recipes that feed 4 people for just £4! So whether you are looking for a quick lunch or an easy dinner, you can rustle something up without breaking the bank.&nbsp;</p>
<p>We asked Mimi to share her top tips for shopping and cooking smarter...&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Plan your meals</strong></p>
<p>Mimi says: "This is the crux of beating the budget – if you fail to plan, you plan to fail! I take a list to the supermarket and never deviate from it."</p>
<p><strong>Start with the basics</strong></p>
<p>"I buy fruit and veg, lean but cheaper meat, such as pork loins or chicken thighs and store-cupboard staples like tins, rice and pasta, " Mimi adds. "Get the basics – then get creative."</p>
<p><strong>Embrace batch cooking</strong></p>
<p>"No, you don't have to spend all Sunday cooking!" Mimi tells us. "Pop a traybake in the oven and cook pasta and sauce on the hob. you'll have 8 meals ready in two hours."</p>
<p><strong>Know your flavours</strong></p>
<p>Mimi says: "Learn about seasonings and spices, then you make sauces and marinades to your taste. you'll never buy pre-prepped again. "</p>
<p>Try Mimi's recipes below to beat the budget!</p>
<h2>Smokin' chicken wings with homemade chunky chips</h2>
<p>The ultimate <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beat-the-budgets-smokin-chicken-wings-with-homemade-chunky-chips" target="_blank">chicken and chips dinner</a>. Spice up great-value chicken wings by coating with paprika before roasting – then serve with corn cobettes and tasty skin.</p>
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<h2>BLT salad</h2>
<p>&nbsp;Forget the bread! You’ll love this <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beat-the-budgets-blt-salad" target="_blank">hearty salad</a> made with crunchy Romaine, golden croutons, crisp, smoky bacon and a zingy mayo dressing.</p>
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<h2>Hidden veg pizza</h2>
<p>&nbsp;Fussy eaters in the house? Try this tasty <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beat-the-budgets-hidden-vegetable-pizza" target="_blank">cheese and tomato pizza</a>, with extra veggies blitzed into the sauce! We won’t tell if you don't...&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Prawn arrabiata pasta with charred aubergine</h2>
<p>Get a fiery kick with <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/prawn-arrabiata-pasta-with-charred-aubergine" target="_blank">this pasta dish</a>. Smoky aubergines and juicy prawns result in a delish combo of ultimate comfort food.</p>
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<h2>Ham, leek &amp; sweet potato mini calzones</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/ham-leek-and-sweet-potato-mini-calzones" target="_blank">These mini </a><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/ham-leek-and-sweet-potato-mini-calzones" target="_blank">pasties</a> are made with pizza dough and a whole lot of deliciousness! Using packet pizza mix, these simple bakes look super impressive.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Vegan tabbouleh-inspired pomegranate salad</h2>
<p>If you're on the lookout for a light, budget-friendly dinner, you've found it! <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/vegan-tabbouleh-inspired-pomegranate-salad" target="_blank">This Middle Eastern-inspired salad</a> is bursting with fresh herbs, gem-like fruits and a cous cous base.</p>
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<h2>Sweet chilli tofu with soy broccoli &amp; rice</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/sweet-chilli-tofu-with-soy-broccoli-and-rice" target="_blank">This veggie Asian-inspired dish</a> is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Zero fuss and ready in 30 minutes!&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Spanish-style chicken traybake</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beat-the-budgets-spanish-style-chicken-traybake" target="_blank">This super-simple dish</a> takes a Spanish twist on chicken and rice. Adding olives into the tomato sauce and parsley to the rice, this zingy dinner feels light and refreshing.</p>
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<h2>Aubergine katsu curry</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beat-the-budgets-aubergine-katsu-curry" target="_blank">This veggie alternative</a> to a Japanese classic is the perfect Friday night takeaway alternative. Crispy breadcrumbed aubergine slices and a simple curry sauce - yum!</p>
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<h2>Courgette boats</h2>
<p>Perfect for lunchtimes, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beat-the-budgets-courgette-boats" target="_blank">these stuffed courgettes</a> are packed with flavour! Combining pork mince, herbs and tomatoes, these boats are topping with mozzarella and baked until melted. Serve with salad or rice for a larger meal.</p>
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<h2>Loaded vegetable lasagne</h2>
<p>Gluten-free, vegetarian and under £1, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beat-the-budgets-loaded-vegetable-lasagne" target="_blank">this comfort-food fave</a> is ticking all the boxes. Packed with veggies, this traditional Italian alternative gives the classic some competition.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Ham &amp; Mushroom tortilla pizza</h2>
<p>"A <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/ham-mushroom-tortilla-pizza" target="_blank">tortilla makes a brilliant thin pizza base</a> – just add this classic topping with homemade sauce."</p>
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<h2>Kale pesto spaghetti with roasted tomatoes</h2>
<p>"Cashews add creaminess to this veggie pesto, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/kale-pesto-spaghetti-with-roasted-tomatoes" target="_blank">served with pasta and cherry tomatoes</a>."</p>
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<h2>Pork satay curry</h2>
<p>"<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mimi-harrisons-pork-satay-curry" target="_blank">Nutty satay sauce is the ideal match for lean pork steaks</a>, and making it from scratch is easy."</p>
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<h2>Vegan butternut squash risotto&nbsp;</h2>
<p>"<a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/mimi-harrisons-vegan-butternut-squash-risotto" target="_blank">This hearty dish </a>of creamy rice and golden butternut squash takes a bit of time and effort to create, but the end result is well worth it..."</p>
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<h2>Sticky aubergine with crispy kale&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Add umami flavours to these vibrant aubergine ‘steaks’ with a sticky soy and chilli marinade. This <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/beat-the-budgets-sticky-aubergine-with-crispy-kale" target="_blank">sticky aubergine dish</a> is a perfect budget-friendly warmer.</p>
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<h2>Creamy cauliflower turmeric curry</h2>
<p>Cauliflower and crunchy chickpeas add texture, to a zingy ginger sauce. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/creamy-cauliflower-turmeric-curry" target="_blank">This creamy curry</a> is perfect for a veggie Friday night fakeaway!&nbsp;</p>
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<p><em>Feeling inspired to beat the budget and try these dishes? Head over to </em><a href="https://groceries.asda.com/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=article_beat-the-budget&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank"><em>Asda</em></a><em> to pick up everything you could need. </em></p>


Beat the Budget's Mimi Harrison shares her £1 dishes

By Asda Good Living,21st August 2020

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