Check out our list of 20 Cheap Meal Recipes Made with Mince if you need some inspiration to save cash without sacrificing flavor!
Whether you’re craving spaghetti bolognese, burritos, or a comforting shepherd’s pie, we’ve got you covered. Mince is a budget-friendly superstar that can be turned into a variety of tasty and affordable dishes, perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prepping, or feeding a hungry crowd.
Phyllo Meat Pie - Egyptian Goulash
This scrumptious Phyllo Meat and Spinach Pie (Egyptian Goulash) recipe is made of layers of thin filo pastries stuffed with a spicy beef & spinach filling.
They are a family favorite and we love eating them for breakfast/brunch or as a light meal along with a bowl of Coban Salatasi (Turkish Shepherd's Salad).
To learn more: Phyllo Meat and Spinach Pie (Egyptian Goulash)
Wet Burrito Recipes
These wet burritos are made with succulent ground beef, wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, topped with a spicy sauce, cheese, and fresh veggies to create a flavor explosion!
Loaded with spicy red sauce, beans, and cheese, these wet burritos filled with ground beef will become a family favorite.
To learn more: Wet Burrito Recipe with Ground Beef
Turkish Ravioli - Manti
Manti is a delicious and popular Turkish dish made with small, savory, and tender dumplings. The dumplings are typically filled with a juicy and flavorful mixture of meat and spices.
They are traditionally served with tangy garlic yogurt and drizzled with spicy butter sauce, adding even more depth and complexity to this famous Turkish dish.
To learn more: Manti Dumplings - Turkish Ravioli Recipe
Turkish Meatball and Potato Soup
Sulu Kofte is a rich and hearty Turkish Meatball Soup / Stew consisting of juicy meatballs and vegetables cooked in a tomatoey broth.
This traditional Turkish meatball dish is full of Mediterranean flavors. It is a budget-friendly one-pot dish that the whole family would enjoy, including the kids.
To learn more: Sulu Kofte - Turkish Meatball Soup
Cabbage Rolls - Lahana Sarmasi
Turkish Cabbage Rolls (a.k.a Lahana Sarmasi or Dolmasi) is a flavourful dish made of cabbage leaves filled with spiced meat and burger mixture.
You can prepare these stuffed cabbage rolls ahead and reheat them before serving them to your dinner guests. Perfect dish for entertaining!
To learn more: Lahana Sarmasi - Turkish Cabbage Rolls
Meat Stuffed Aubergines - Karniyarik
Karniyarik - Meat Stuffed Eggplants, also known as "split belly" in Turkish, is a popular and delicious dish that originated in the Ottoman Empire.
This traditional recipe features tender eggplants stuffed with a savory mixture of minced meat, onions, tomatoes, and spices.
To learn more: Karniyarik - Meat Stuffed Eggplants
Turkish Flatbread with Meat
Turkish Kiymali Pide is an authentic Turkish flatbread topped with ground lamb or beef mixed with peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
They are shaped in a long oval and traditionally cooked in a wood oven.
The good news is that my pide recipe explains how to cook this delicious Turkish flatbread at home without needing a wood oven!
To learn more: Kiymali Pide -Turkish Flatbread with Meat
Turkish Aubergine Moussaka
Turkish Moussaka (or Patlıcan Musakka - Patlıcan Oturtma) is an authentic dish in Turkish cuisine that features layers of eggplant, ground meat, and tomato sauce.
It originated from Ottoman cuisine, and there are a few different variations.
This hearty and flavorful dish is a favorite in many Turkish households and is perfect for a comforting meal on a budget.
To learn more: Turkish Moussaka - Patlican Musakka
Cottage Pie
This Easy Cottage Pie is classic British comfort food made with a rich meaty sauce topped with creamy and cheesy mashed potatoes.
It is very easy to cook and also very affordable.
Whether you’re planning a big feast for St. Patrick’s Day, or just looking for some comforting meal prep for the week ahead, this traditional Cottage Pie recipe is perfect for you.
To learn more: Easy Cottage Pie
Meat Stuffed Grape Leaves
Meat Stuffed Grape Leaves (a.k.a Dolmas or Dolmades) is a Turkish dish that is also very popular in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries.
This dish is known as "Etli Yaprak Sarma" in Turkey and is made with ground meat, fresh herbs, and rice wrapped in vine leaves.
To learn more: Meat Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmas)
Zucchini Boats with Ground Beef
These stuffed zucchini boats are the perfect way to make use of your fresh garden zucchini.
They are loaded with spiced ground beef, onions, fresh herbs, and rice, topped with cheese to add extra flavor, and then baked to tender perfection.
Serve them alongside some crusty Dutch Oven Sourdough Bread and a bowl of fresh and colorful Persian Shirazi Salad for a nutritious meal the whole family will love.
To learn more: Zucchini Boats With Ground Beef
Air Fryer Meatballs
Whether you make them with lamb or beef, these homemade Air Fryer Meatballs have a moist and juicy interior and a perfectly crispy exterior.
They’re ready in just 25 minutes, making them ideal for a quick weeknight meal when you crave something delicious on the table in under half an hour!
To learn more: Air Fryer Meatballs (Lamb or Beef)
Arayes - Meat Stuffed Pita
Arayes, also known as Meat Stuffed Pita, is a popular dish in Middle Eastern cuisine that is loved by many around the world.
They consist of minced meat mixed with a blend of exotic spices, then stuffed inside pita bread before they are grilled or baked to perfection.
This classic Lebanese street food is simple yet full of flavor that you can serve as a snack, appetizer, or quick weeknight dinner.
To learn more: Arayes (Meat Stuffed Pita)
Mexican Beef Burrito Recipe
Mexican Beef Burrito is a delightful and hearty dish made with a flour tortilla wrapped around seasoned beef, rice, beans, cheese, salsa, and sour cream.
The best way to serve this comfort food is alongside Mango Pico de Gallo - Fresh Mango Salsa to create a budget-friendly weeknight meal.
To learn more: Authentic Mexican Beef Burrito Recipe
Air Fryer Hamburgers
These juicy and delicious Air Fryer Burgers are incredibly easy to prepare, cooked to perfection, and ready in just 20 minutes.
They’re ideal for sudden hamburger cravings when the weather doesn’t permit outdoor grilling or if you don’t have access to a grill.
To learn more: Juicy Air Fryer Burgers
Karadeniz Pidesi
Karadeniz Pidesi is a type of Turkish Pide consisting of a simple and delicious filling of minced beef, onions, and spices.
This traditional staple Turkish dish is the perfect comfort food on a cold winter’s day as well as a hearty snack on a sunny summer’s day.
To learn more: Karadeniz Pidesi
Lahmacun
Homemade Turkish Lahmacun is a super-thin crispy flatbread topped with minced beef or lamb mixed with vegetables, herbs, and spices.
You can find this popular street / fast food everywhere in Turkey, in restaurants, cafes, and fast-food shops.
To learn more: Turkish Lahmacun
Aubergine Meatball Wraps
Aubergine Meatball Wraps are one of those traditional Turkish dishes mainly known and loved by regular households in Turkey.
It is not a landmark dish widely representing Turkish cuisine abroad such as Turkish Chicken Shish Kebab or Lamb Shish Kebab.
However, it is an oriental dish that is an extremely flavorful and delicious combination of meat and vegetables.
To learn more: Islim Kebabi (Aubergine Meatball Wraps)
Spinach with Eggs
Spinach with Eggs (Ispanakli Yumurta) is a delicious, healthy, and filling one-pot dish you can serve for brunch, lunch, or a quick weeknight dinner.
Just like Cilbir - Turkish Poached Eggs, Kaygana (Turkish Omelette), and Menemen - Turkish Scrambled Eggs, all you need is 20 minutes and a few fresh Mediterranean ingredients to make this simple egg dish.
To learn more: Spinach with Eggs
Turkish Cabbage Stew - Kapuska
Kapuska is a comforting and budget-friendly Turkish Stew made with cabbage, onions, and minced beef gently simmered in a tomato sauce. This popular Turkish Casserole has many versions.
You can use ground beef, lamb, or chicken, or omit the meat entirely for a vegan or vegetarian option.
To learn more: Kapuska - Turkish Cabbage Stew
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