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Best fakeaway recipes
Classic fakeaway recipes
Beer-battered cod
Get the ultimate fish and chip experience with this golden, crispy beer-battered cod, homemade tartare sauce and oven chips.
Detroit-style pizza
This deep-pan pizza is having a moment – recreate it at home and enjoy the extra-crispy, cheesy edges.
Turkish lahmacun
Rolled with a zingy piyaz salad and sumac onions, lahmacun is so satisfying and delicious. Smaller versions can be served as meze.
Sushi rolls
Fresh, homemade sushi is hard to beat for a light, flavour-packed meal – it’s worth getting a bamboo rolling mat to make these.
Salt and pepper chicken
This punchy, versatile recipe can be adapted with king prawns, tofu, strips of beef or pre-cooked chicken wings, and served with rice as a main or as part of a sharing feast with other plates.
Takeaway-style chicken
This sticky, sweet and salty takeaway-style dish can be ready in under an hour – faster than most takeaways can deliver. It’s a flavour-packed, crowd-pleasing recipe perfect for serving family-style.
Butter chicken
Make this easy butter chicken using whatever curry paste you have. It’s the combo of butter, almonds and yogurt that magically creates such a creamy sauce.
Kebab king chicken shawarma
Take the classic kebab to the next level with spiced, juicy meat wrapped in a mass of garlic sauce, chilli, salad, pickles and even chips.
Triple-cooked chips
With crisp, golden skins and light, fluffy insides, our chunky triple-cooked chips are as close to perfection as it gets – season with sea salt flakes for a delicious finish.
Ahi tuna poké
Try our refreshing ahi poke bowl, a Hawaiian healthy trend made using fresh tuna and served with rice and chopped avocado.
Vietnamese spring rolls
Stuffed with prawns, crabmeat and scallops, these crispy spring rolls come with a hot and savoury sauce for dipping.
Kung pao tofu
A simple, meat-free version of the takeaway classic – this dinner for two is ready in just 30 minutes
Quick pad thai
Pad Thai is a classic spicy noodle dish and is very popular street food in Thailand. Recreate your own at home with our easy 15-minute recipe.
Pork meatball bánh mì
We’ve packed these crunchy Vietnamese sandwiches with juicy pork meatballs, thinly sliced pickled veg and fresh herbs.
Korean-style ramen
This is based on budae jjigae, a spicy and savoury Korean stew – the inclusion of Spam is a traditional addition.
BBQ chilli chicken wings
These juicy chicken wings are spiced with paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper and fresh oregano. Crisp up on the barbecue and serve with a light yogurt sauce to feed a hungry horde.
Seekh kebabs
These juicy lamb kebabs are fragrant and fiery, with coriander and a fair whack of chilli – perfect wrapped inside a soft naan and topped with pickled red onion salad, sliced cucumber and raita.
Vegan black bean burgers
With a full-on flavour and meaty texture that’s also suitable for the grill, this fully loaded vegan burger is fakeaway perfection.
Chicken vindaloo
The fiery, tangy vindaloo originates from Goa and is infused with Portuguese influences. Monica Sawhney Haldar’s chicken version is a flavour-bursting, speedy twist on the classic, which usually features pork. Serve with rice or fresh chapatis for ultimate satisfaction.
Buttermilk fried chicken
Soaking the chicken in buttermilk tenderises the meat and helps the crispy coating stick. A great DIY takeaway to make at home on the weekend.
Yorkshire pudding wrap
This recipe combines all the best elements of a classic British roast wrapped up in a crisp, fluffy, giant Yorkshire pudding. Don’t forget the rich gravy on the side for dipping.
Sweet and sour chicken
This takeaway classic might usually be deep-fried and packed with sugar, but our lighter take on a Friday night favourite is just as satisfying and ready in less than half an hour.
Chicken tikka burritos
Check out our quick and easy burrito recipe with tikka-marinated chicken. Serve this simple recipe with ready-made rice, a homemade yogurt dip and warmed rotis.
Taiwanese beef stir-fry
Inspired by a dish BAO co-founder Erchen Chang had at a night market in Taipei, this features beef marinated in honey, soy sauce and oyster sauce, and takes just 15 minutes to cook.
Pork dumplings
Make your own boiled pork and chive dumplings in just 45 minutes. Soft and pillowy, they’re best served with soy sauce, chiu chow chilli oil and chopped chives.
Chip shop bap
Our crispy fish burger with vibrant minted mushy peas and homemade tartare sauce may take a little effort, but it’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Crispy fried cabbage
A British Chinese takeaway classic, often called crispy seaweed, this dish is in fact made with dark green cabbage!
Chicken katsu curry
If you always order the katsu curry at Japanese restaurants, you’ll be surprised to learn how easy it is to make at home. Try our delicious chicken and pea version.
Lamb koftas with kale salad
So easy to put together, lamb koftas make the best weeknight supper. Try them with a super healthy brussels sprout and kale winter salad for a delicious low-carb dinner.
Prawn massaman curry
Massaman curry comes from southern Thailand and is not as fiery as green or red Thai curries. We love the fragrant flavours and the texture that the peanuts add.
Cheeseburger
We like our burgers piled sky-high with ‘the works’ – that means EVERYTHING including our secret sauce (made from four very simple ingredients), sweet and sour onions, emmental cheese, gherkins, frilly lettuce and more…
Hot and sour aubergine with sticky rice
Sticky rice with aubergines in a hot and sour sauce, made from very simple ingredients: red chilli, soy sauce, vinegar and a little sugar.
Corn dogs
Make these classic American fairground snacks for parties, and serve with your favourite condiments.
Pizza with sausage, broccoli and fennel
Ditch the takeaway. These pizzas without tomato sauce are the best. Make your own pizza dough, then top with sausage, mozzarella, fennel and broccoli.
Chicken tikka masala
Britain’s favourite dish is a hybrid Indian curry recipe born in the UK. Make sure your chicken gets nicely browned at the edges to add flavour.
Healthy fakeaway recipes
Healthy egg fried rice
It doesn’t get much quicker than fried rice when you need something filling, fast. We’ve ramped the flavour up with the addition of sweet, juicy crab.
Bánh xèo tôm (crispy Vietnamese pancakes)
Bánh xèo is a light savoury Vietnamese crêpe, eaten with an abundance of salad leaves and herbs. This one comes stuffed with juicy king prawns.
Paneer curry
Cook this plant-packed curry for a healthy vegetarian meal. The peas add extra protein, while ginger and plum tomatoes make a light, fragrant sauce.
Chicken saag
Packed with red chillies, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cloves and spinach, this chicken and lentil curry shows you can reduce calories without compromising on flavour.
See all our hearty lentil recipes.
Easy vegan katsu curry
This plant-based katsu curry features crispy grilled Tesco Plant Chef vegetable fingers in a fragrant veggie sauce. Enjoy served with rice and pickled vegetables.
See all our vegan meal ideas.
Healthier pad Thai
This recipe for pad Thai is packed full of authentic Thai flavours but uses courgette noodles for a lighter dish with added fibre and veggies. It’s easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes.
Skinny fish and chips
Shallow frying the fish and baking the chips makes our ‘skinny’ fish and chips lighter than the classic British takeaway. It’s an easy, healthier way to enjoy a taste of the seaside.
Lighter chicken tikka masala
Chicken tikka masala is a curry house classic. Here, in The Curry Guy’s lighter recipe, the buttery flavour is achieved with ground almonds, and just enough sugar makes the masala mildly sweet.
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Healthy turkey stir-fry
Sauerkraut adds a delicious tang to this simple turkey stir-fry, balanced with earthy broccoli and mushrooms, zingy ginger and a sweet and salty sauce that gives this supper an added kick.
Spicy chicken chow mein
Chow mein is a Chinese takeaway favourite. This easy version is on the table in 40 minutes and under 500 calories per portion.
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Vegan dhansak curry
Cook aubergine pieces with fragrant spices and red lentils for this hearty yet healthy vegan curry.
Creamy lamb and tomato curry
This lamb curry is great to have on hand for midweek meals. It may take a little longer, but it’s totally worth it. Big flavours, minimal effort – it’s a winner for us!
Vegetable fried rice with turmeric
Try our vibrant turmeric-fried rice. This colourful recipe is packed with punchy flavour and is really straightforward to make. Plus, it comes in under 300 calories per serving. See more of our favourite turmeric recipes.
Dan dan (ish) noodles
This might be slightly different to the version you’d get from a takeaway, but it’s full of flavour. It has that comforting warmth you crave when you come home and want something delicious yet simple to put together.
We’ve got plenty more noodle recipes for you to try.
Cauliflower crust pizza
Cauliflower works as an alternative to flour in this lighter pizza base. The parmesan gives the cauliflower crust a deep flavour, which you can then personalise with your own toppings.
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Healthy chicken stir fry
High in protein and low in calories, this shredded chicken and chestnut mushroom stir-fry is bursting with fresh, gingery flavour and red chilli heat.
Healthy chicken burgers with pickled red cabbage
These Asian-inspired chicken burgers make a great, leaner alternative to the usual beef. Pickled red cabbage on the side adds an extra kick.
Why not serve with our easy sweet potato wedges?
Healthy pizza
This healthy caponata pizza makes for an ideal family meal – it’s loaded with veg and full of the good stuff.
Thai green chicken curry
Make the curry paste from scratch for this easy Thai green chicken curry. Super fresh, fragrant and full of flavour, it’s a perfect meal for two.
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Healthy tacos
Stuffed with smoky courgette, zesty black beans, pickled red onion and creamy avocado, these healthy tacos are bursting with flavour – they happen to be low in calories and vegan, too.
Gobi manchurian
This Indo-Chinese dish is traditionally deep-fried before being tossed with the sweet and hot sauce, but here we’ve roasted it in the oven for a simpler, lighter version.
Fakeaway dessert recipes
Chocolate chip cookie pizza
This chocolate chip cookie pizza is super easy to make and great fun with all the family. Crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, this giant cookie makes for a great alternative to a birthday cake.
Churro waffle fingers with dipping sauce
This recipe sees waffles coated in cinnamon butter and served with chocolate sauce for dipping – think eggs and soldiers-style.
Biscoff pancakes
Ever thought of swirling Biscoff through your next batch of pancakes? Give it a whirl for an indulgent brunch dish, served with a Biscoff drizzle and banana.
Banana milkshake
Whip up a thick, creamy milkshake using fresh bananas and ice cream, then finish with a swirl of whipped cream and sprinkles for a real diner-style classic.
Basque cheesecake
This is so low-fuss, it’s unbelievable – perfect for anyone who is short on time and needs to make something quick (preferably for the next day). It’s a caramelised cheesecake, baked high and fast, that can be eaten warm or served cold straight from the fridge.
Sticky toffee sundae
This decadent, grown-up sundae layers soaked dates with homemade sticky toffee sponge, the best vanilla ice cream, clotted cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
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