Some easy-to-make grandmotherly main course recipes

Grandma's kitchen is full of delicious, simple and economical recipes. They are very nutritious and for the most part not time-consuming. What are some quick grandma's main dish recipes to make?

Cantonese rice and chicken sauce

Firstly, there is the Cantonese rice and chicken sauce which is known as one of the intergenerational main courses. This dish is a classic of Chinese cuisine, simple to make and tasty as hell. The rice is cooked in boiling salted water. Then fry it in a pan with peas, carrots and chopped onions. For the chicken sauce, brown the chicken breasts cut into small pieces. Then fry them in a pan with vegetables (onions, peppers, mushrooms). Soy sauce, honey and garlic are also needed. This is served with hot Cantonese rice.

Moroccan chicken Tajine

Moroccan chicken Tajine is a traditional Moroccan dish. It is an explosion of flavours, thanks to the spices used (cumin, coriander, paprika) and the typical ingredients (preserved lemons, olives, sultanas). To prepare it, pieces of chicken are browned in a pan. Then they are simmered in a clay pot with onions, spices, preserved lemons and olives. Potatoes and carrots can be added for a more complete dish.

Smoked Chicken and Potato Curry

This smoked chicken and potato curry is a traditional Indian recipe that is easy to make at home. You start by frying spices (cumin, coriander, ginger, turmeric) in oil. Then you add chopped onions and diced potatoes. Cook until the potatoes are tender, then add pieces of smoked chicken and coconut milk. Simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.

Slow-cooked beef stew

This comforting dish is perfect for winter evenings. To prepare it, cubes of beef are browned in a casserole dish. Add beef stock, red wine, herbs de Provence and garlic. Simmer for several hours until the meat is tender and the vegetables are melting. This dish can be served with rice or fresh pasta.