15 Better Than Takeout Recipes » LeelaLicious (2024)

These mouthwatering Better Than Takeout recipes are quick and easy to prepare. Even if you are short on time, you can have your takeout favorites for dinner faster than dialing a number + waiting for delivery.

I put together this list ofmouthwatering recipes for all your takeout favorites from Thai to Chinese food and more. Soups, stir fries, noodles and finger food - they are all here. For most of these, preparation will probably not take any longer than waiting for delivery. Plus, homemade is usually tastier and healthier!

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Better than Takeout Pad Thai

This is THEBEST Shrimp Pad ThaiRecipe! I learned it in a cooking class in Chiang Mai. The gluten free noodle stir fry tastes just as amazing ason the streets of Thailand.

Better Than Takeout Fried Rice Recipe

This deliciousThai Pineapple Fried Ricewith cashews is baked inside a carved pineapple for a unique tropical twist and extra juicy pineapple flavor. This vegetarian meal can also be served with a protein of choice. It can be made gluten free by choosing Tamari instead of soy sauce.

Better Than Takeout Kung Pao Chicken

This quick & easyKung Pao Chickenis on the table in 20 minutes! This popular takeout dish is even better-tasting at home.

TOM KHA GAI - Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Tom Kha Gai - Thai Chicken Coconut Soup isone of the most popular Thai dishes. Galangal root, lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves are infused in a coconut milk broth, with chicken, mushrooms and hot chilies. The aromatic soup makes a delicious main course served alongside steamed rice.

Thai Basil Chicken

Thai Basil ChickenStir Fry is aquick and easydish that is incrediblyflavorful. Served alongside steamed rice it's perfect for weeknight dinners - much better and faster than take-out.

KHAO SOI - Coconut Curry Soup

This is an easy recipe for Khao Soi - a NorthernThai Coconut Curry Soupwith Egg Noodles and Chicken. It is an amazingly balanced dish with spicy, sweet, creamy, and crispy elements

Better Than Takeout Cashew Chicken Stir Fry

This delicious recipe forThai Cashew Chicken Stir Fryis super quick to make and delivers big time on authentic Asian flavors. It is perfect for easy, weeknight dinners.

Thai Peanut Curry

This Thai peanut curry includes chicken, sweet potatoes, and bell peppers enveloped in a fragrant and savoury peanut sauce. Serve a comforting bowl of this curry with some jasmine rice and a garnish of fresh cilantro, crushed peanuts, and black sesame seeds for a restaurant-worthy home-cooked meal. Turn it into a vegan Thai peanut curry with just a few simple swaps.

Better than Takeout Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Stir fry's are perfect for when dinner has to be quick on a weeknight. This flavorfulBroccoli Beef Stir Frycomes together in 30 minutes or less (including marinating time).

Teriyaki Shrimp Noodles

This teriyaki shrimp recipe is a fast and flavourful dish to make on a weeknight. It includes fast-cooking capellini noodles, broccoli florets, and shrimp all bundled up in a sweet and savoury teriyaki sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic and more.

Orange Cauliflower Stir Fry Recipe

ThisOrange Cauliflower Stir Fryis a vegetarian version of Orange Chicken takeout. A recipe for delicious meatless takeout meal with cauliflower and red bell pepper made quick and easy at home. Don't forget to top it with sliced green onion and sesame.

Thai Spring Rolls

This Thai spring rolls recipe is just what you need for party appetizers at any time of year. They have a crispy exterior and are filled with glass noodles and veggies - including bean sprouts, carrot, and baby corn. Especially dipped in the Thai sweet chili sauce, these are a guaranteed hit.

Better Than Takeout Orange Chicken

This easy Orange Chicken recipe is perfect to get your takeout fix in a healthier way. Crispy chicken pieces and bell pepper are tossed in a fragrant honey orange sauce with aromatic minced fresh ginger and garlic cloves.

Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry

This easy chicken teriyaki stir fry includes high protein chicken breast with a flavourful homemade teriyaki sauce. Once ready, simply serve with broccoli and rice for a complete meal any night of the week.

Thai Peanut Noodle Salad

This Thai Peanut Noodle Salad is a flavourful combination of noodles, brightly coloured veggies, peanuts, cilantro, green onions, and optional chicken. The peanut dressing that coats everything hits on all of the traditional Thai flavour points of sweet, salty, tangy, and spicy, making it truly addictive as well as healthy. Take up the heat level with Sriracha sauce or red pepper flakes.

Thai Mango Sticky Rice Dessert

ThisMango Sticky Ricerecipe is a popularThai dessertmade from glutinous rice and coconut milk, served with sweet mango. This delicious treatisgluten freeand my version also isrefined sugar free. You can also use glutinous brown rice.

Iced Thai Milk Tea

This refreshingThai Iced Tea with Milkis perfect to accompany a spicy Thai food dinner. This homemade recipe uses palm sugar and coconut milk in place of evaporated and sweetened condensed milk to make itdairy free and vegan.

Why make takeout recipes at home when you can order them?

Making takeout recipes at home allows you to control the ingredients, customize flavors, and it can be quicker than waiting for delivery.

How can I prevent fried rice from becoming mushy?

The key to non-mushy fried rice is to start with cold rice. Use either leftover rice from the previous day or cook rice and refrigerate it until fully chilled.

Are these homemade takeout recipes healthier than restaurant takeout?

Homemade takeout recipes often use fresher ingredients and allow you to control the level of oil and other additives, making them a healthier choice.

What is the secret ingredient that makes fried rice yellow?

Turmeric is often used to season fried rice, giving it the distinctive yellow color.

What's the best way to make healthy takeaway food?

The best takeaway food is the kind you prepare at home. This way, you can choose fresh and healthy ingredients, control the nutritional value, and enjoy homemade meals with a variety of fresh vegetables.