Recipes tagged with Better Than Takeout

Sweet, savoury, and a little spicy, this gluten-free and vegan dish bursts with colours and flavours! Whether you opt for fresh or canned pineapple, the result is utterly delicious. Bonus: fresh pineapple doubles as a show-stopping serving bowl for extra flair! Big thanks to Teena Currie for sharing this amazing recipe with our community.

Pizza? Burger? Why choose! Satisfy two comfort food cravings at once! Whether you’re gearing up for a party or just looking to stock your freezer with some handy dinner options, these Pizza Burgers are the way to go. Not into burgs? Check out the Tip for some other ways to “pizzafy” your dinner.

Poke (pronounced poh-kay) means to “slice or cut” in Hawaiian and traditionally it refers to chunks of raw, marinated fish which is tossed over rice. Try this Epicure version with succulent shrimp for a kid-friendly option for the whole family to enjoy. But if you’re a fan of sushi-grade raw fish, switch it up and make it your way! Our creamy, tangy, sweet ‘n salty dressing takes this dish to the next level, and best of all, you can make it at home for a fraction of the cost of restaurants.

Poke bowls are traditionally served using raw tuna. This recipe uses canned tuna so you can enjoy this dish any time of the year— even if you do not have access to fresh tuna.

By now, you know how easy it is to prepare a whole chicken in the microwave, thanks to our innovative steamers and exclusive spice blends like Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning and Lemon Garlic Chicken Seasoning. But now we’re turning up the heat with a spicier option featuring chilies, paprika, and cayenne. It’s a whole new level of 20-minute, speedy, spicy deliciousness!

This is like Nando’s iconic Peri-Peri® burger but it’s even better because you made it yourself! Let’s face it, home cooking trumps takeout. We’ve dialed the heat to a perfect medium but added a creamy blend of mayo and sour cream to tame it. Insider tip: if time allows (even just 10 minutes), let the chicken marinate in the seasoning to soak up all that flavour. With a toasted bun, a nice char on the chicken, and your favourite fixings, boom, it’s burger bliss!

These aren’t regular potatoes; these are cool potatoes. Get ready to crush it—literally—with these crispy nuggets that bring a fiery flare. They’re so irresistible, you’ll be lucky if they make it from the pan to a plate!

Tostadas are a delicious Mexican dish made with a crispy tortilla base, deep-fried or toasted until golden and crispy. Our baked version is piled high with prawns has a medium heat and refreshing notes of lime. Ready in 15 min, this fun, fresh, and tasty meal will have everyone smiling at the dinner table.

These sammies scream summertime! A tasty way to enjoy leftover Pulled Pork.

Our Pulled Pork makes a whopping 20 servings—one batch can feed a family of four for the whole work week! Now that’s what I’m talking about. Meal prep like a pro by slow cooking your pork roast on Sunday so it’s ready for some quick dinners on busy weeknights. Quesadillas are a great way to make a whole, hearty meal out of your prepped protein.

The minute there’s a whiff of autumn in the air, the hunt is on for the season’s best pumpkin treats. Don’t worry—you found it! Save your time and money by making your favourite fall muffin at home. This iconic Starbucks® treat will set you back at least $4 and packs a whopping 34 grams of sugar at the coffee shop. Epicure’s dupe has half the sugar but all the flavour and comfort you’re craving this harvest season.