10 Quick and Easy Recipes for Hostel Students

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10 Quick and Easy Recipes for Hostel Students



1. Instant noodles
                                
  1. Ingredients:
  • 1 pack of instant noodles
  • 3 cups of water
  • 2 tablespoons of oil
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced) (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons of chili sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon of vinegar (optional)
  • Fresh herbs or chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Boil 3 cups of water in a saucepan.
  2. Add the instant noodles to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they are tender.
  3. Drain the noodles and rinse them with cold water.
In a large wok or pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
  1. Add the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and stir for 1 minute.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of chili sauce, and 1 teaspoon of vinegar (if using).
  4. Stir until the sauce is evenly distributed.
  5. Serve the noodles in a bowl and garnish with fresh herbs or chopped green onions (if using).

2. Scrambled egg recipe


Ingredients:

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon of milk or cream (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon of oil or butter

Instructions:

  1. Crack 2 eggs into a medium bowl.
  2. Beat the eggs with a fork and add 1 tablespoon of milk or cream (if using).
  3. Season the eggs with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a medium frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil or butter over medium heat.
  5. Pour the beaten eggs into the pan.
  6. Use a spatula to scramble the eggs, constantly stirring and scraping the bottom of the pan.
  7. Cook the eggs until they are set but still moist.
  8. Serve the scrambled eggs hot with toast or any other desired toppings.

3. Grilled cheese sandwich

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices of bread
  • 2-3 slices of cheese (Cheddar, Swiss, Mozzarella, or a combination)
  • Butter or margarine

Instructions:

  1. Lay out two slices of bread on a cutting board or clean surface.
  2. Add 2-3 slices of cheese to one slice of the bread.
  3. Close the sandwich by placing the other slice of bread on top of the cheese.
  4. Spread a thin layer of butter or margarine on the outside of the sandwich.
  5. Heat a pan over medium heat and place the sandwich in the pan.
  6. Cook the sandwich for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  7. Remove the sandwich from the pan and let it cool for a minute before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

4. Pasta with marinara sauce

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. of pasta (spaghetti, penne, or any other pasta of your choice)
  • 2 cups of marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Salt
  • Olive oil
  • Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook it according to the package instructions until it's al dente.
  3. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.
  4. In a saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until it's hot.
  5. Add a splash of olive oil and some of the reserved pasta water to the sauce if needed to thin it out.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta with the hot marinara sauce in the saucepan until it's fully coated.
  7. Serve the pasta on a plate and top it with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!

5. Fried rice

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of cooked rice (jasmine, basmati, or any other type of rice)
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 cup of diced vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, bell peppers, etc.)
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 eggs (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook 2 cups of rice according to package instructions. Allow the rice to cool to room temperature.
  2. In a large wok or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the pan and stir-fry until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the diced vegetables and minced garlic to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. If using eggs, push the vegetables to one side of the pan, crack the eggs into the other side, and scramble until fully cooked. Mix the eggs with the vegetables.
  6. Add the cooled rice to the pan and stir to combine with the vegetables and eggs.
  7. Drizzle soy sauce over the rice and stir to distribute evenly.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Stir-fry the rice mixture for another 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
  10. Serve the fried rice hot and enjoy!

6. Omelet 

Ingredients:

  • 2-3 large eggs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon of butter or oil
  • Optional fillings (cheese, diced vegetables, diced ham, etc.)

Instructions:

  1. Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them with a fork or whisk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. In a non-stick frying pan, heat the butter or oil over medium heat until melted.
  3. Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and let them cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to set.
  4. Using a spatula, lift the edges of the omelet and allow the uncooked eggs to flow underneath and cook.
  5. Once the eggs are partially set, add your desired fillings to one-half of the omelet.
  6. Use the spatula to carefully fold the other half of the omelet over the fillings.
  7. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the eggs are fully cooked.
  8. Carefully slide the omelet onto a plate and serve hot. Enjoy!

7. Peanut butter and jelly sandwich

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices of bread
  • 2 tablespoons of peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons of jelly or jam (grape, strawberry, or your favorite flavor)

Instructions:

  1. Toast the bread to your desired level of doneness.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter on one slice of the bread.
  3. Spread 1 tablespoon of jelly or jam on the other slice of bread.
  4. Put the two slices of bread together with the peanut butter and jelly sides facing each other.
  5. Cut the sandwich in half or in quarters, if desired.
  6. Serve and enjoy your classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich!

 8. Vegetable stir-fry

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2-3 cups of diced vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, broccoli, mushrooms, etc.)
  • 1 cup of your choice of protein (chicken, beef, tofu, shrimp, etc.), sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large wok or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pan and stir-fry until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the sliced protein to the pan and stir-fry until just cooked, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Push the onion and protein to one side of the pan and add the diced vegetables to the other side.
  5. Add the minced garlic to the vegetables and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  6. Mix the onion, protein, and vegetables together in the pan.
  7. Drizzle soy sauce over the stir-fry and stir to distribute evenly.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
  10. Serve the vegetable stir-fry hot and enjoy!

9. Quesadilla

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2-3 cups of diced vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, broccoli, mushrooms, etc.)
  • 1 cup of your choice of protein (chicken, beef, tofu, shrimp, etc.), sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large wok or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pan and stir-fry until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the sliced protein to the pan and stir-fry until just cooked, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Push the onion and protein to one side of the pan and add the diced vegetables to the other side.
  5. Add the minced garlic to the vegetables and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  6. Mix the onion, protein, and vegetables together in the pan.
  7. Drizzle soy sauce over the stir-fry and stir to distribute evenly.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
  10. Serve the vegetable stir-fry hot and enjoy!

10. Baked potatoe

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional toppings (butter, cheese, sour cream, green onions, chili, etc.)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the potatoes. Prick each potato several times with a fork.
  3. Wrap each potato tightly in aluminum foil.
  4. Place the wrapped potatoes on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until they are soft when squeezed.
  5. Remove the potatoes from the oven and carefully unwrap them.
  6. Slice each potato open and add your desired toppings.
  7. Serve the baked potatoes hot and enjoy!

 


With these 10 simple recipes, you can enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal any day of the week. From the classic grilled cheese sandwich to the vegetable stir-fry, each dish is easy to make and customizable to your taste preferences. Whether you're in the mood for something hearty, like a baked potato, or something light, like a veggie omelet, these recipes will satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling happy and full. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to cook up a storm!

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