Keep the rest of your Janu-worry meals budget friendly, light and low stress with these delicious meat-free recipes 

Savoury French toast with chakalaka and baked beans 

Serves 4 // Cooking time 20 minutes 

Ingredients  

4 eggs
½ cup milk
2 sprigs thyme, chopped
1 loaf sliced wholewheat bread
1 tin chakalaka
1 tin baked beans
Handful parsley 

Method 

1. Whisk together the eggs, milk and thyme, and season well with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat and dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture.
3. Fry the bread slices for 5 minutes on each side and set aside on paper towel.
4. Mix together the chakalaka and baked beans and serve with the French toast. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Recipes & styling: Amerae Vercueil
Photography: Samantha Pinto // HMimages.co.za 

Lentil balls with green sauce 

Ingredients    

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, grated
2 cups canned brown lentils, drained
1 cup oats
1 Tbsp tomato paste
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp origanum
2 lemons, zested and juiced  

For the green sauce 

1 cup flatleaf parsley
1 cup basil
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 tsp capers
½ cup olive oil  

For serving 

Handful fresh basil 
Parmesan, grated  

Method  

1. For the lentil balls, heat oil in a pan and fry onions for 5 minutes, until soft. Add garlic and fry for a further 3 minutes. 
2. Spoon into a food processor with the rest of the lentil-ball ingredients. Season and pulse until well combined. Shape the mixture into balls. 
3. Heat oil in a non-stick pan and fry the balls for 5 minutes a side, or until lightly browned. 
4. Place all green sauce ingredients in a blender. Season and blitz until smooth. 
5. Serve the lentil balls with green sauce, fresh basil and Parmesan. 

Quick tip: To make this recipe vegan, omit the Parmesan at the end.  

Recipes & Styling: Leila-Ann Mokotedi
Photography: Samantha Pinto 

Pea and cauliflower frittata 

Serves 4 // Cooking time 40 minutes 

Ingredients 

1 cauliflower, broken into florets
Salt and black pepper
250g frozen peas
6 eggs
2 slices stale white bread, grated
½ cup milk
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup mint
100g cheddar, grated
1 tsp cumin
Olive oil, to grease
Mint, to garnish 

Method 

1. Boil the cauliflower in a pot of salted water for 5–8 minutes, until just tender. Add the peas at the last minute, then drain.
2. Beat the eggs in a bowl, then stir in the breadcrumbs, milk, mayonnaise, mint, half of the grated cheese and the cumin. Stir in the cauliflower and peas, and season with salt and pepper.
3. Grease a non-stick, ovenproof pan and pour in the mixture. Top with the rest of the cheese.
4. Preheat the grill. Cook over low heat for 10–15 minutes until almost set.
5. Place under the grill until golden on top. Cut into wedges, garnish with mint and serve.

Chickpea Bunny Chow with Mango Atchar 

Serves 4 // Cooking time 25 minutes 

Ingredients 

3 tbsp vegetable oil
½ onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, grated
1 carrot, grated
2 tbsp curry powder
1 tbsp chutney
1 tin chopped tomatoes
2 tins chickpeas, drained
1 government loaf, cut into 4
1 cup mango atchar
Handful coriander 

Method 

1. Heat the oil in a large pot. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, until soft.
2. Add the green pepper, garlic, carrot and curry powder. Fry for another 5 minutes, until fragrant.
3. Add the chutney and chopped tomatoes. Mix well and allow to simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add the chickpeas and cook for another 5 minutes. Season to taste.
5. Hollow out the government loaf pieces and fill each with the chickpea curry filling. Serve with mango atchar and fresh coriander.

Recipe & styling: Amerae Vercueil
Photography: Samantha Pinto 

Also read: Time-Saving And Budget-Friendly Family Meals

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Air fryers are the new staples of the kitchen – and we can see why. These handy appliances can serve up delicious meals in a fraction of the time. We turn to TikTok (our old faithful) for these yummy and easy-to-make air fryer recipes that will leave you dishing again (and again and again).

Frittata  

Who knew you could make this delicious egg dish in an air fryer? Whip up a frittata in no time. Simply insert and add oil to a baking paper liner in your air fryer, whisk your eggs with a fork, and add your fresh ingredients – all in one place. Set your timer for 20 minutes and voila! A delicious breakfast (without a greasy pan) in a few simple steps. 

@bigmommakimbo7 Quick, easy and delicious #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #airfryerhack #airfryerfrittata #airfryereggs #ultenic #easyrecipe #quickrecipes #frittata #eggs #eggrecipe #TheRealPussinBoots #hack #viral #viralvideo #4upage #fyp #GenshinImpact33 ♬ Snap Yo Fingers – Lil Jon

Crispy Parmesan potatoes 

Upgrade your humble potato from side to main dish with this delicious, crispy Parmesan potato recipe. Half your potatoes and crisscross your knife in them to create block indents. Add melted butter, parmesan and seasoning (listed in the video below) to the base of the air fryer. Then, pack your potato halves and set for 20 minutes. Flip them over, top with more parmesan and sprinkle with fresh herbs before you air fry them for another 10 minutes. Before you write it off as another spud dish, give it a shot. You’re bound to be impressed. 

@boredoflunch Airfryer Crispy Parmesan Potatoes #airfryer #potatoes #potato #viral #airfryerrecipes #fyp #foryou #roasties #fypシ ♬ Anti-Hero – Taylor Swift

Also read: Baked potatoes with tuna ceviche

Air-fryer fish tacos 

Why wait for Taco Tuesdays when you can make these tasty fish tacos in the air fryer whenever you want? If you haven’t seen it already, this tasty (and easy-to-make) recipe is bound to show up on your TikTok ‘For You’ page. Season your fish and place it on baking paper to cook in the air fryer. Toss together cabbage, onion, herbs and spices and mix with mayo, lime and sriracha for the slaw. Dump the pieces of fish and delicious slaw mixture in mini tortilla wraps, and that’s it! 

@munchinwithmaddie_ consider me obsessed!!! these easy air fryer fish tacos with cilantro lime slaw are my go-to so fun & yum RECIPE (gluten free, dairy free): -1 lb white fish (i usually use pollock) -1 tsp chili powder -1 tsp cumin -1/2 tsp paprika -1/2 tsp garlic powder -1/2 tsp onion powder -salt + pepper + cayenne to taste -oil or cooking spray for the cilantro lime slaw: -3 cups shredded cabbage (or use a bagged coleslaw mix) -1/3 cup chopped cilantro -1/3 cup chopped red onion or shallot -juice from 1/2-1 lime (i prefer it really citrusy so i use a full lime!) -2 tbsp mayo (or try greek yogurt) -squirt of sriracha -salt to taste to serve: -almond flour or corn tortillas -avocado -cilantro -lime in a large bowl, add all slaw ingredients and toss to combine. preheat air fryer to 400F (or oven). mix together all the seasonings in a small bowl. pat the fish dry and coat each side with a little oil or cooking spray. sprinkle the seasoning on and rub it in. repeat on the other side. air fry for 7-10 mins (depends on the thickness of your fish – adjust time to make sure that the internal temp reads at least 145F). add your tortillas to the air fryer to warm them up. assemble tacos starting with slaw, then pieces of fish, avocado, cilantro and lime juice. enjoy! #fishtacos #tacorecipe #airfryerrecipes #glutenfreedairyfree #easydinnerideas #easyandhealthy #healthydinnerideas #weeknightdinner #healthytacos ♬ original sound – Maddie

Honey BBQ chicken strips 

Whether you serve them as a snack or dish them up as a delicious meal, chicken tenders are always a hit. Plus, it’s the perfect mid-week meal when pressed for time. Start by crushing up some cornflakes and set them aside in a bowl. Cut up breast fillets into strips and spice with BBQ seasoning. Then, in a separate bowl, whisk an egg. Dip the spiced chicken tenders in the egg mixture, then in the cornflakes until fully coated. Pop them in the air fryer for about 12 minutes at 180°C until cooked through. Now, microwave a mixture of tomato sauce, honey and BBQ sauce for the dip. Add some chopped chives and serve with as is or with grilled veggies. Yum! 

@fitwaffle Air fryer chicken part 5 Honey BBQ chicken tenders #airfryer #airfryerrecipes #chicken ♬ Love You So – The King Khan & BBQ Show

Air-fryer brownies 

This quick-and-easy recipe really is that girl when you’re craving something sweet, but don’t feel like going all out or putting in too much effort. And it only takes 4 minutes to make! In a small bowl, mix sugar, cocoa powder and flour. Then add oil and water and mix until a batter forms. Add some chocolate chunks and air fry for just four minutes. Serve with vanilla ice cream and dig in! 

@thebigmansworld_official Air fryer brownies that take 4 minutes. No eggs, no milk, no butter. #airfryerdesserts #airfryerbaking #airfryerbrownies #vegandesserts #foodtok ♬ Imagination – Lize Mynhardt

Also read: Chocolate chip and Oreo brownie bars

Photography: Shutterstock

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Healthy comfort treats? How can we resist! These frittata waffles with meatballs and tzatziki make a fun and delicious weeknight treat.

SERVES 4 // COOKING TIME 30 min

INGREDIENTS
For the tzatziki
½ large cucumber, seeded and grated
1 tsp salt
½ cup plain yoghurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp chopped mint
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tbsp olive oil
For the frittata waffles
4 eggs
2 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup flour
½ tsp baking powder
80 g feta, crumbled
3 spring onions, finely chopped
2 large potatoes, cooked and cubed
1 tbsp chopped parsley
8 meatballs, cooked

METHOD
For the tzatziki
1. Place grated cucumber in a sieve over a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Allow the water to drain out.
2. Mix the drained cucumber with the yoghurt, lemon juice, mint and garlic.
3. Drizzle with olive oil just before serving.
For the frittata waffles
1. Whisk together the eggs, olive oil and salt. Sift the flour and baking powder over the mixture, then mix until the batter is smooth.
2. Fold in the feta, spring onions, potatoes and parsley.
3. Grease and heat a waffle iron. Fill with ¼ cup batter at a time. Cook for 5 minutes, until the waffle is golden. As you make them, place in a warm oven with the door open, to keep them hot.
4. Serve the waffles hot with the tzatziki and meatballs.

Recipe & styling: Amerae Vercueil
Photography: Andreas Eiselen // HMimages.co.za

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The Mediterranean coast offers a variety of delicious recipes with fresh ingredients, much like this Spanish fish frittata which is perfect for sharing!

SERVES 6 // COOKING TIME 35 min

INGREDIENTS
10 eggs
1½ tsp black pepper
1½ tsp salt
4 spring onions, finely chopped
2 tbsp unsalted butter
⅔ cup cooked, flaked hake
2 tbsp Parmesan
20 g flat-leaf parsley

METHOD
1. Preheat oven grill to 180°C.
2. Whisk together the eggs, seasoning and spring onions.
3. Melt the butter in an oven-proof pan over low heat. Add the egg and allow the edges to set, without stirring.
4. Sprinkle over the hake and Parmesan before the eggs set and grill for 10 minutes.
5. Turn out onto a platter and top with fresh parsley to serve.

Recipe & styling: Amerae Vercueil
Photography: Samantha Pinto // HMimages.co.za

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There’s nothing we love more than getting creative with leftovers! Don’t let that giant pot of leftover pasta sit on the stove. Instead, use it for this frittata di pasta for something different.

SERVES 4 // COOKING TIME 30 min

INGREDIENTS
2–3 cups leftover pasta, with or without sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
6 eggs
½ cup grated Cheddar
Salt and black pepper

METHOD
1. Preheat the oven grill.
2. Drain any excess water from the cooked pasta. If the pasta is already mixed with a sauce, use it as is.
3. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the pasta for 3 minutes, to crisp up unsauced pasta or to reduce the pasta sauce.
4. Whisk together eggs, ¼ cup cheese, ½ tsp salt and a pinch of pepper. Pour over pasta (lift the pasta slightly to allow the egg to flow underneath). Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the frittata. Place under the grill for 3 minutes, or until golden on top.

Recipe & styling: Amerae Vercueil
Photography: Andreas Eiselen // HMimages.co.za

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This meat-free Monday we’re going local! Try our own creative take on this delicious umfino frittata for a carb-conscious meal.

SERVES 6 // COOKING TIME 20 min

INGREDIENTS
Vegetable oil, to shallow-fry
2 potatoes, very thinly sliced
8 eggs
¼ cup milk
Coarse salt and black pepper
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 cup chopped baby spinach
1 chilli, finely chopped

METHOD
1. Preheat the oven grill.
2. Heat the oil over medium heat and fry the potatoes until golden brown. Drain on paper towel and set aside.
3. In a bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, salt and pepper.
4. Heat some oil in an ovenproof non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture; scatter potatoes, cabbage and spinach on top.
5. Cook for 5 minutes, until the bottom of the frittata is set. Then put under the grill for 5 minutes, until the top is golden and puffy.
6. Serve seasoned with chilli and salt.

Recipe & styling: Amerae Vercueil
Photography: Andreas Eiselen//HMimages.co.za

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