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These sesame noodles can be ready to serve in 15 minutes, yes that’s not a typo! Quick as ever, versatile and flavorful, this quick noodle dish is a huge hit even with kids!

15-Minute Sesame Oil Noodles

Total Time 15 mins

Egg Fried Rice in Instant Pot

Total Time 25 mins

Leftover Steak Fried Rice

Total Time 30 mins

Leftover Steak Pad Thai

Total Time 25 mins
This homemade ORANGE CHICKEN is a healthier take on popular Chinese take-out dish. We're skipping heavy-breading and deep-frying part, but you'll still enjoy tender juicy chicken with sticky sweet orange sauce! #orangechicken #betterthantakeout #busycooks #chickenrecipe #easydinner #quickdinner

Homemade Orange Chicken

Total Time 30 mins
Faster than take-out, this spiced shrimp fried rice is so flavorful and easy to make! Everyone loves it, even the picky eaters! #friedrice #shrimp #shrimpfriedrice #quickdinner #easyrecipe #busycooks

Spiced Shrimp Fried Rice

Total Time 20 mins

Easy Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala

Total Time 20 mins

Creamy Coconut Shrimp

Total Time 20 mins
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