Make a comforting dinner at home with our easy takeaway recipes. Want the best pizza recipes or a fully loaded burger? Or are you craving a fragrant curry or hearty kebab? We also have plenty of lighter options if you're craving a takeaway classic but don't want to sacrifice your healthy eating habits.

For more weeknight inspiration, see our easy midweek meals for fajitas, pasta and more.

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Classic fakeaway recipes

Butter chicken

Make this easy butter chicken using whatever curry paste you have. It’s the combo of butter, almonds and yogurt that magically creates such a creamy sauce.

Prawn massaman curry

Massaman curry comes from southern Thailand and is not as fiery as green or red Thai curries. We love the fragrant flavours and the texture that the peanuts add.

Detroit-style pizza

This deep-pan pizza is having a moment – recreate it at home and enjoy the extra-crispy, cheesy edges. Check out more of out best ever pizza recipes.

Korean-style ramen

This is based on budae jjigae, a spicy and savoury Korean stew – the inclusion of Spam is a traditional addition.

Chicken vindaloo

The fiery, tangy vindaloo originates from Goa and is infused with Portuguese influences. Monica Sawhney Haldar's chicken version is a flavour-bursting, speedy twist on the classic, which usually features pork. Serve with rice or fresh chapatis for ultimate satisfaction.

Salt and pepper chicken

This punchy, versatile recipe can be adapted with king prawns, tofu, strips of beef or pre-cooked chicken wings, and served with rice as a main or as part of a sharing feast with other plates.

A plate of chicken with spring onions on a turquoise tablecloth with a bowl of rice and a spoon on the side

Takeaway-style chicken

This sticky, sweet and salty takeaway-style dish can be ready in under an hour – faster than most takeaways can deliver. It’s a flavour-packed, crowd-pleasing recipe perfect for serving family-style.

Gochujang prawn toast rice paper pancakes

Turn paper-thin Vietnamese rice paper sheets into a crispy pancake, complete with spicy sesame prawn filling.

Verna Gao's crispy pan-fried dumplings

Food content creator Verna Gao (aka @vernahungrybanana) shares her recipe for golden, pan-fried Chinese dumplings with a juicy pork mince and cabbage filling.

Crispy, pan-fried dumplings on a plate with chopped spring onions

Paneer and broccoli dhal bowl

Make a big batch of dhal to freeze or stash a couple of ready-made pouches in the cupboard, then whip up this easy topping.

A white bowl of paneer curry with broccoli on top

Keema chaat smash tacos

This Indian twist on tacos has a garam masala spiced lamb patty, tangy tamarind sauce and crunchy chaat toppings.

A plate of tacos with lime wedges and dipping sauce on the side

Turkish lahmacun

Rolled with a zingy piyaz salad and sumac onions, lahmacun is so satisfying and delicious. Smaller versions can be served as meze.

Buttermilk fried chicken

Soaking the chicken in buttermilk tenderises the meat and helps the crispy coating stick. A great DIY takeaway to make at home on the weekend.

Yorkshire pudding wrap

This recipe combines all the best elements of a classic British roast wrapped up in a crisp, fluffy, giant Yorkshire pudding. Don’t forget the rich gravy on the side for dipping.

Chicken, kale and cranberry sauce wrapped in a yorkshire pudding next to a pot of gravy

Sweet and sour chicken

This takeaway classic might usually be deep-fried and packed with sugar, but our lighter take on a Friday night favourite is just as satisfying and ready in less than half an hour.

Pork dumplings

Make your own boiled pork and chive dumplings in just 45 minutes. Soft and pillowy, they're best served with soy sauce, chiu chow chilli oil and chopped chives.

Kebab king chicken shawarma

Take the classic kebab to the next level with spiced, juicy meat wrapped in a mass of garlic sauce, chilli, salad, pickles and even chips.

Triple-cooked chips

With crisp, golden skins and light, fluffy insides, our chunky triple-cooked chips are as close to perfection as it gets – season with sea salt flakes for a delicious finish.

A metal oven tray lined with baking paper and filled with golden chunky chips, with a small pot of chunky sea salt

Ahi tuna poké

Try our refreshing ahi poke bowl, a Hawaiian healthy trend made using fresh tuna and served with rice and chopped avocado.

Vietnamese spring rolls

Stuffed with prawns, crabmeat and scallops, these crispy spring rolls come with a hot and savoury sauce for dipping.

Spring rolls on a platter with a pot of orange dipping sauce

Kung pao tofu

A simple, meat-free version of the takeaway classic – this dinner for two is ready in just 30 minutes

Kung-pao style tofu in a bowl with blue chopsticks

Quick pad thai

Pad Thai is a classic spicy noodle dish and is very popular street food in Thailand. Recreate your own at home with our easy 15-minute recipe.

Beer-battered cod

Get the ultimate fish and chip experience with this golden, crispy beer-battered cod, homemade tartare sauce and oven chips.

Sushi rolls

Fresh, homemade sushi is hard to beat for a light, flavour-packed meal – it's worth getting a bamboo rolling mat to make these.

Pork meatball bánh mì

We've packed these crunchy Vietnamese sandwiches with juicy pork meatballs, thinly sliced pickled veg and fresh herbs.

BBQ chilli chicken wings

These juicy chicken wings are spiced with paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper and fresh oregano. Crisp up on the barbecue and serve with a light yogurt sauce to feed a hungry horde.

Seekh kebabs

These juicy lamb kebabs are fragrant and fiery, with coriander and a fair whack of chilli – perfect wrapped inside a soft naan and topped with pickled red onion salad, sliced cucumber and raita.

Vegan black bean burgers

With a full-on flavour and meaty texture that's also suitable for the grill, this fully loaded vegan burger is fakeaway perfection.

Grillable Vegan Burger | Black Bean Burger Recipe

Chicken tikka burritos

Check out our quick and easy burrito recipe with tikka-marinated chicken. Serve this simple recipe with ready-made rice, a homemade yogurt dip and warmed rotis.

Taiwanese beef stir-fry

Inspired by a dish BAO co-founder Erchen Chang had at a night market in Taipei, this features beef marinated in honey, soy sauce and oyster sauce, and takes just 15 minutes to cook.

A beef stir-fry in a metal wok with a wooden handle on a blue background

Chip shop bap

Our crispy fish burger with vibrant minted mushy peas and homemade tartare sauce may take a little effort, but it's ready in just 30 minutes.

Crispy fried cabbage

A British Chinese takeaway classic, often called crispy seaweed, this dish is in fact made with dark green cabbage!

Chicken katsu curry

If you always order the katsu curry at Japanese restaurants, you’ll be surprised to learn how easy it is to make at home. Try our delicious chicken and pea version.

Lamb koftas with kale salad

So easy to put together, lamb koftas make the best weeknight supper. Try them with a super healthy brussels sprout and kale winter salad for a delicious low-carb dinner.

Cheeseburger

We like our burgers piled sky-high with ‘the works’ – that means EVERYTHING including our secret sauce (made from four very simple ingredients), sweet and sour onions, emmental cheese, gherkins, frilly lettuce and more…

Hot and sour aubergine with sticky rice

Sticky rice with aubergines in a hot and sour sauce, made from very simple ingredients: red chilli, soy sauce, vinegar and a little sugar.

Corn dogs

Make these classic American fairground snacks for parties, and serve with your favourite condiments.

Pizza with sausage, broccoli and fennel

Ditch the takeaway. These pizzas without tomato sauce are the best. Make your own pizza dough, then top with sausage, mozzarella, fennel and broccoli.

Chicken tikka masala

Britain’s favourite dish is a hybrid Indian curry recipe born in the UK. Make sure your chicken gets nicely browned at the edges to add flavour.

Tiffin box filled with chicken jalfrezi and rice

Healthy fakeaway recipes

Paneer curry

Cook this plant-packed curry for a healthy vegetarian meal. The peas add extra protein, while ginger and plum tomatoes make a light, fragrant sauce.

Lighter chicken tikka masala

Chicken tikka masala is a curry house classic. Here, in The Curry Guy's lighter recipe, the buttery flavour is achieved with ground almonds, and just enough sugar makes the masala mildly sweet.

Want more healthy curry recipes? Check out our collection.

Chicken saag

Packed with red chillies, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cloves and spinach, this chicken and lentil curry shows you can reduce calories without compromising on flavour.

See all our hearty lentil recipes.

Healthy Curry Chicken Saag in a Casserole Dish

Easy vegan katsu curry

This plant-based katsu curry features crispy grilled Tesco Plant Chef vegetable fingers in a fragrant veggie sauce. Enjoy served with rice and pickled vegetables.

See all our vegan meal ideas.

Two bowls of vegan katsu curry and rice, served with and pickles on the side

Thai pumpkin curry (gaeng fak thong)

Make the most of seasonal pumpkins with this dairy-free Thai curry, flavoured with dill, fish sauce and homemade red and green chilli paste.

Spicy chicken chow mein

Chow mein is a Chinese takeaway favourite. This easy version is on the table in 40 minutes and under 500 calories per portion.

Right this way for more easy Chinese recipes.

A bowl of chicken chow mein next to some chopsticks on a tabletop

Vegan dhansak curry

Cook aubergine pieces with fragrant spices and red lentils for this hearty yet healthy vegan curry.

Vegan Aubergine Curry in a Large Dish with Naan Bread

Creamy lamb and tomato curry

This lamb curry is great to have on hand for midweek meals. It may take a little longer, but it’s totally worth it. Big flavours, minimal effort – it’s a winner for us!

Healthy turkey stir-fry

Sauerkraut adds a delicious tang to this simple turkey stir-fry, balanced with earthy broccoli and mushrooms, zingy ginger and a sweet and salty sauce that gives this supper an added kick.

Fried Rice with Broccoli and Mushrooms in a Wok

Healthy egg fried rice

It doesn’t get much quicker than fried rice when you need something filling, fast. We've ramped the flavour up with the addition of sweet, juicy crab.

Bánh xèo tôm (crispy Vietnamese pancakes)

Bánh xèo is a light savoury Vietnamese crêpe, eaten with an abundance of salad leaves and herbs. This one comes stuffed with juicy king prawns.

Two Vietnamese crepes with salad and fillings and chopsticks

Healthier pad Thai

This recipe for pad Thai is packed full of authentic Thai flavours but uses courgette noodles for a lighter dish with added fibre and veggies. It's easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes.

Frying pan full of healthy Pad Thai with prawns

Skinny fish and chips

Shallow frying the fish and baking the chips makes our 'skinny' fish and chips lighter than the classic British takeaway. It's an easy, healthier way to enjoy a taste of the seaside.

Vegetable fried rice with turmeric

Try our vibrant turmeric-fried rice. This colourful recipe is packed with punchy flavour and is really straightforward to make. Plus, it comes in under 300 calories per serving. See more of our favourite turmeric recipes.

Vegetable fried rice recipe with turmeric

Dan dan (ish) noodles

This might be slightly different to the version you’d get from a takeaway, but it’s full of flavour. It has that comforting warmth you crave when you come home and want something delicious yet simple to put together.

We've got plenty more noodle recipes for you to try.

Cauliflower crust pizza

Cauliflower works as an alternative to flour in this lighter pizza base. The parmesan gives the cauliflower crust a deep flavour, which you can then personalise with your own toppings.

Discover more low-carb recipes.

Healthy chicken stir fry

High in protein and low in calories, this shredded chicken and chestnut mushroom stir-fry is bursting with fresh, gingery flavour and red chilli heat.

Three plates of colourful stir-fry with drinks on the side

Healthy chicken burgers with pickled red cabbage

These Asian-inspired chicken burgers make a great, leaner alternative to the usual beef. Pickled red cabbage on the side adds an extra kick.

Why not serve with our easy sweet potato wedges?

Healthy Chicken Burgers Recipe With Pickled Red Cabbage

Healthy pizza

This healthy caponata pizza makes for an ideal family meal – it's loaded with veg and full of the good stuff.

Pizza on a round wooden cutting board with a small bowl of salad leaves

Thai green chicken curry

Make the curry paste from scratch for this easy Thai green chicken curry. Super fresh, fragrant and full of flavour, it's a perfect meal for two.

Browse all our best Thai-inspired recipes.

Thai green chicken curry in a bowl with a glass of wine

Healthy tacos

Stuffed with smoky courgette, zesty black beans, pickled red onion and creamy avocado, these healthy tacos are bursting with flavour – they happen to be low in calories and vegan, too.

Gobi manchurian

This Indo-Chinese dish is traditionally deep-fried before being tossed with the sweet and hot sauce, but here we’ve roasted it in the oven for a simpler, lighter version.

Fakeaway dessert recipes

This chocolate chip cookie pizza is super easy to make and great fun with all the family. Crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, this giant cookie makes for a great alternative to a birthday cake.

Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza Recipe

Churro waffle fingers with dipping sauce

This recipe sees waffles coated in cinnamon butter and served with chocolate sauce for dipping – think eggs and soldiers-style.

Churro Waffles with chocolate dipping sauce

Biscoff pancakes

Ever thought of swirling Biscoff through your next batch of pancakes? Give it a whirl for an indulgent brunch dish, served with a Biscoff drizzle and banana.

Banana milkshake

Whip up a thick, creamy milkshake using fresh bananas and ice cream, then finish with a swirl of whipped cream and sprinkles for a real diner-style classic.

Two milkshakes topped with whipped cream and sprinkles on a grey stone background with a plate of bananas alongside

Basque cheesecake

This is so low-fuss, it’s unbelievable – perfect for anyone who is short on time and needs to make something quick (preferably for the next day). It’s a caramelised cheesecake, baked high and fast, that can be eaten warm or served cold straight from the fridge.

Sticky toffee sundae

This decadent, grown-up sundae layers soaked dates with homemade sticky toffee sponge, the best vanilla ice cream, clotted cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.