Survival Cooking: Easy and Affordable Recipes for International Students in Australia

 

For international students in Australia it is possible that you be on a tight budget however this doesn't mean that you have to give up healthy and delicious food. With just a few easy recipe and cooking tips you'll be able make delicious and affordable meals that will keep you full throughout your time at university. 

International Students in Australia

 

So, keeping in mind the budget constraints for the in international students in Australia, here are a few easy recipes to help you survive cooking:

Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Ingredients:

200g of spaghetti

2 cloves of fresh garlic finely cut

2 tablespoons olive oil

Flakes of red pepper (to taste)

Salt, and even pepper (to taste)

Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

Cook pasta according to the directions on the package until it is al at a good al dente. Rinse and set aside.

In a pan, cook the olive oil on moderate temperature. Add the garlic sliced along with the red pepperflakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the garlic turns golden but not brown.

The cooked spaghetti should be added to the pan, and stir with garlic to coat it in oil.

Add just the right amount of salt and pepper as per your taste.

Sprinkle with fresh parsley if you wish.

 Stir-Fry Vegetables with Rice

Ingredients:

One cup rice (jasmine or long grain)

2.25 tablespoons of oil from a vegetable source.

One small onion cut thinly

Two cups mixed vegetable (bell peppers, broccoli snap peas and carrots etc.)

Two cloves garlic minced

Two tablespoons soy sauce.

1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)

Salt, and even pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

Rice is cooked as per the directions on the box. Set aside.

Cook the vegetable oil in a large pot or wok at a medium-high temperature.

Incorporate the onion sliced and stir-fry for a couple of minutes, until it starts to soften.

Incorporate the minced garlic with the mixed vegetables. Stir fry for another 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are soft and crisp.

Within a bowl mix together the oyster sauce and soy sauce (if you are using). Sprinkle the mix over veggies and stir until it is all combined.

Sprinkle with salt and/or pepper as per your liking

Serve the stir-fried vegetables with cooked rice.

 Budget-Friendly Bean Burritos

Ingredients:

1 can black beans rinsed and drain

1 Small onion chopped

1 tablespoon of oil from a vegetable

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 tablespoon of chili powder

Pepper and salt (to taste)

4 small tortillas

Toppers of your choice such as salsa, cheese shredded avocado, sour-cream, avocado and more.

Instructions:

In the meantime, heat the vegetable oil in a pan on medium-high flame. Add the onion diced and cook until the onion becomes translucent.

Add the rinsed black beans as well as ground cumin as well as chili powder, to the skillet. In 5-7 minutes, cook the beans, mashing the beans using the potato masher or fork until the beans are cooked through.

Add just the right amount of salt and pepper as per your taste.

The tortillas can be heated using a microwave on a dry pan for a couple of seconds.

Spread the bean mixture over each tortilla, and then add your preferred toppings.

Make tortillas into rolls to make burritos.

 Creamy Tomato and Spinach Pasta

Ingredients:

200g pasta (penne or fettuccine works well)

One can (400g) from diced tomatoes.

1/2 cup of coconut or heavy cream cream (for an alternative that is dairy-free)

Fresh spinach leaf leaves in 2 cups

Two cloves of garlic minced

2 tablespoons olive oil

Pepper and salt (to taste)

Grated Parmesan cheese (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

The pasta is cooked according to the package instructions until it's al in the middle. Remove the pasta from the utensil and place it on the side.

In a skillet, heat the olive oil on moderate temperature. In a pan, add the garlic minced, and cook for about a minute until the garlic becomes fragrant.

Add the chopped tomatoes (with juices) to the pan, and cook for 5 minutes.

Incorporate the coconut cream, and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

Add fresh spinach leaves, and cook for 2 minutes, until they begin to wilt.

Add pepper and salt to taste.

Serve the cooked pasta with the rich spinach and tomato sauce.

Sprinkle by grated Parmesan cheese, if you wish.

 Quick Veggie Fried Rice

Ingredients:

1 Cup of rice cooked (leftover rice is best)

2.25 tablespoons of oil from a vegetable source.

1  Small onion chopped

1 carrot, diced

Half cup of peas frozen

2 eggs, beaten

2 teaspoons of soybean sauce.

Pepper and salt (to taste)

Chop green onions (optional to garnish)

Instructions:

Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil inside a huge saucepan or wok set over moderate-high temperature.

Add the diced onions, carrots, as well as frozen peas. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables have softened.

Move the vegetables onto on the other side, then put the other tablespoon of oil to the opposite side.

Pour the egg yolks that you have beat into the empty portion of the pan, and then scramble them until they're cooked.

Mix the scrambled eggs together with some cooked veggies.

The rice cooked in the pan, stirring to mix.

Pour the soy sauce over the rice, and stir it thoroughly. Sprinkle salt and pepper just the right amount.

Sprinkle with green onion pieces, if you wish.

 Homemade Margarita Pizza

Ingredients:

1. Pizza crust (store-bought or made)

1/2 cup tomato sauce

1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese

Fresh basil leaves

Olive oil (for drizzles)

Pepper and salt (to taste)

Instructions:

Pre-heat your oven in accordance with the instructions for pizza crust.

Make pizza dough on a lightly-floured surface until you have the desired thickness.

Put the pizza dough on an oven pie stone or baking pan.

Sprinkle the tomato sauce all across the pizza crust with a border along the edges.

Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese shredded on top of the sauce.

Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them on top of the cheese.

Pour a little olive oil on top of the dish and then sprinkle it using salt and black pepper.

Bake in the oven following the pizza crust's instructions to bake until crust has turned golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

Slice and enjoy your homemade Margarita pizza.

Conclusion

Cooking for you are an international student in Australia does not have to be difficult or costly. With these easy recipes, you'll be able to have delicious and affordable food which will leave you satiated throughout your academic journey. Be sure to be imaginative using your ingredients and adjust these recipes to suit your personal preferences. Have fun and get help from this guide for international students in Australia