Feeding the family doesn’t have to be expensive. With a little creativity (and a packet of Lian Huat Fresh Noodles), you can whip up a complete dinner that serves four — all for under $20.
At just $5.99 for 500g, our fresh noodles are the heart of a budget-friendly meal. Add a few fresh veggies and protein from your local supermarket, and you’ve got a delicious, nourishing dinner that everyone will love.
Recipe: Quick Chicken & Veggie Fresh Noodles (Serves 4)
Ingredients
- 500g Lian Huat Fresh Noodles — $5.99
- 300g chicken breast/thigh — approx. $7.00
- 1 medium carrot, julienned — $1
- 1 capsicum (red or yellow), sliced — $1.50
- 1 small broccoli, cut into florets — $3
- 2 tbsp of crushed garlic — $0.30
- 3 tbsp cooking oil — pantry staple
- Soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil — pantry staple
Total cost: around $18.79 (under $20!)
Method
Prepare Noodles: Blanch Lian Huat Fresh Noodles in boiling water for 1–2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Cook Chicken: Heat oil in a wok or large pan. Stir-fry chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Stir-Fry Veggies: In the same pan, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add carrot, capsicum, and broccoli. Cook for 3–4 minutes until just tender.
Combine: Return chicken to the pan. Add noodles and 3 tbsp of your favourite stir-fry sauce (soy + oyster + sesame oil works great). Toss everything together until evenly coated.
Serve: Dish into bowls and enjoy hot — a complete meal ready in under 20 minutes.
Why This Meal Works
- Affordable: A filling, balanced dinner for under $20 (just $4–5 per person).
- Quick: Ready in 20 minutes — faster than takeaways.
- Nutritious: Protein, fresh veggies, and wholesome noodles in one dish.
- Flexible: Swap chicken for beef, tofu, or prawns depending on what’s in the fridge.