Cooking Framework for Cheap and Healthy Meals

🍳Learning how to cook a variety of meals that meet nutritional needs is essential for changing your life and losing weight.

🌶️Using a single seasoning technique as a base allows for endless customization and variety in meal preparation.

🥦Choosing lean proteins and incorporating vegetables and whole grains leads to nutritious and affordable meals.

🍛The cooking framework allows for easy adaptation to different cultural cuisines and flavors.

🥗The versatility of the framework allows for creativity in meal planning and avoids the need for strict adherence to recipes.

Can I use different protein sources instead of chicken?

—Yes, you can use tofu, fish, shrimp, or any other lean protein as a substitute.

Can I customize the seasoning mix?

—Absolutely! Experiment with different spice blends and flavor profiles to suit your preferences.

Can I meal prep using this framework?

—Definitely! You can prepare multiple servings of the seasoning mix and protein in advance for quick and easy meals throughout the week.

Is this framework suitable for vegetarians or vegans?

—Yes, you can substitute plant-based proteins such as tofu or tempeh and incorporate a variety of vegetables for nutritious vegetarian or vegan meals.

How can I make the meals more budget-friendly?

—Choose affordable protein sources, utilize seasonal produce, and buy ingredients in bulk to save money while maintaining a nutritious diet.

00:00Introduction to the difficulty of consistently cooking and eating healthy meals, but learning how can change your life.

02:50Explanation of the cooking framework: learn a seasoning technique, apply it to a lean protein source, serve it in a form factor, and add condiments and toppings.

06:08Demonstration of the first seasoning technique: blackened chicken snack wraps.

08:39Explanation of the second seasoning technique: stir-fry sauce, showcasing a stir-fried chicken with shishito peppers recipe.

11:49Introduction of the third seasoning technique: homemade teriyaki sauce.

12:30Conclusion and encouragement to explore the cooking framework for a variety of cheap and healthy meals.