Budget-Friendly 1 red chili pepper Recipes – Save Money, Eat Well

Cooking with 1 red chili pepper doesn’t have to be expensive. Try these cheap, tasty, and filling recipes.

Recipes with 1 red chili pepper

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Jade white jade rolls.

Jade white rolls are wrapped with cabbage leaves and steamed to perfection. The leaves are translucent white with emerald green edges. The golden red soup is poured over them, and shredded with scallions and red peppers. They are fresh and mellow, and you can taste the exquisite blend of meat and vegetables in one bite.

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beef and vegetarian salad

The beef slices are light red, the preserved eggs are dark brown with white lines, and they are dotted with emerald green coriander and bright red chili peppers, creating a sharp contrast in color. The beef is chewy, the preserved eggs are smooth and slightly elastic, and the fresh fragrance of the seasoning wraps the ingredients, which is salty, fresh, slightly sour, and has a unique mellow feeling of preserved eggs. The more you chew, the more delicious it tastes.

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Fragrant sesame oil soba noodles with shrimp, shredded chicken, and cucumber

The green of shredded cucumber, the golden color of fried eggs and the whiteness of shrimps are spread on the chewy buckwheat noodles. The sauce is flavored with garlic, chili powder and sesame oil, and then added with soy sauce, vinegar and oyster sauce to enhance the flavor, sugar and salt to blend the taste, and a few drops of sesame oil and pepper oil to make the aroma more layered. The red, green and white are intertwined, and the sour, spicy and fresh fragrance bursts on the tip of the tongue. Buckwheat noodles are low in fat and high in fiber, shrimps are rich in protein, and cucumbers are refreshing and relieve greasiness. You must know how to make the soul sauce, which can be mixed with cucumbers, preserved eggs, etc.)

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Green and white bean rhyme

- The white color of white tofu, the brown color of preserved eggs and the golden color of cooked soybeans complement each other, creating a sharp contrast in color. Adding the color of the sauce and the embellishment of seasonings such as chopped green onions and red peppers, the whole dish looks attractive, beautiful and generous, which can increase appetite.

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Low-calorie, high-protein Vietnamese spring rolls (weight-loss version)

Who says you can only eat grass when you're trying to lose weight? Look at my Vietnamese spring rolls, they're so eye-catching! The translucent rice wrappers are filled with purple cabbage, endive, shredded carrots, and plump shrimp. The colors are vibrant and they look amazing! The shrimp are a great source of protein, and the vegetables are full of dietary fiber. They're low in calories and filling. Dip them in the spicy and sour sauce and you'll feel incredibly satisfied with every bite. You can enjoy a weight-loss meal like this!

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Rice with Broth, Steamed Hunan-Style Salted Fish and Pork Belly

This Hunan-style steamed preserved fish with pork belly is a staple on Hunanese tables; Hunanese people love this! The preserved fish is incredibly fragrant, and the oil from the pork belly seeps into the fish, every strand soaking up the sauce. The umami of the fermented black beans and the subtle spiciness of the chili peppers intertwine, creating a refreshing and delicious flavor that tantalizes the taste buds. The broth at the bottom is the soul of the dish; mixed with rice, it's savory, rich, and slightly spicy—I could easily down three bowls! The recipe is also incredibly simple and quick, ready in just a few steps. It's a perfect home-style dish to enjoy with rice, and this spicy and flavorful dish is indispensable on any Hunanese dinner table!

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Stir-fried pickled green beans with minced meat

The crispness of pickled green beans meets the savory richness of minced meat, garnished with red and green chilies. The fresh, spicy, sour, and fragrant aroma fills the air as soon as it's stir-fried in the pan. The first bite is the crisp, sour taste of the pickled green beans, followed by the salty and oily aroma of the minced meat, along with the rich flavor of fermented bean paste and the fresh spiciness of the chilies. Every bite explodes in your mouth, making it an absolute "rice killer," easily making you want to eat two or three bowls. It's a national favorite for eating with rice! This is a classic Hunan and Sichuan home-style dish, commonly found on tables in Hunan, Sichuan, Jiangxi, and other regions.

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Stir-fried clams with black bean sauce

Stir-fried clams with fermented black beans. The salty aroma of fermented black beans slowly permeates the plump and tender clams, while the bell peppers and scallions add a refreshing touch. The clam meat is smooth and tender, with a subtle hint of fermented black beans. The flavor is gentle and mellow, making it a delight for both young and old. With rice, you can easily enjoy an extra half bowl. The spicy version is incredibly potent! The aroma of fermented black beans blends with the punch of chili peppers, creating an aroma that hits you right in the face as soon as it's served. The clams, coated in the red oil broth, are tender and flavorful. The spiciness is so intense that it numbs your tongue, yet you can't help but keep picking at them. The more you eat, the more intense it becomes. It's a truly satisfying spicy treat!

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Seafood Scallion Pancakes

Seafood scallion pancakes (해물파전/Haemul Pajeon) are a quintessential Korean pancake dish. Not only are they a daily snack for Koreans, but they're also often enjoyed with makgeolli (rice wine), and are a classic favorite on rainy days. Freshly fried scallion pancakes are a feast for the taste buds. A golden egg crepe encases a soft, tender pancake, with slightly crispy edges. Each bite releases a burst of egg and wheat flavors, while the tender shrimp and soft crab sticks explode in your mouth, and the refreshing aroma of scallions perfectly balances the richness. Dipped in a sweet and sour sauce, the umami flavor is instantly amplified. Whether for breakfast, a late-night snack, or entertaining friends, a plate of seafood scallion pancakes is sure to turn heads!

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Typhoon Shelter Style Fried Shrimp

Typhoon Shelter Style Fried Shrimp. Flavor and Texture: Primarily garlicky and savory, with a hint of spiciness from chili peppers. The shrimp shells are crispy, while the meat is tender. The "Typhoon Shelter seasoning," made from deep-fried garlic, is intensely fragrant. Origin of the Name: "Typhoon Shelter" originally referred to the harbors in Hong Kong where ships sought shelter from typhoons. Local fishermen spread the method of stir-frying seafood with garlic, fermented black beans, and other seasonings, gradually developing this classic dish.