Top 5 Takeaway Fakeaway Dupes

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1 - Smash Burger

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Ever since I discovered how easy it is to make Smash Burgers at home, we do not go out for burgers. EVER. They're seriously easy to make and you know exactly what is in them. These are a total dupe of your favourite smash burgers.

2 - Animal Fries

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And if you have the ingredients for a Smash Burger you have the making for Loaded Animal Fries! Warning: they are highly addictive though!!

3 - Gyros

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I love chicken gyros for lunch or dinner because it is easy, healthy and great for something portable. The chicken is marinated in spiced yogurt for anything from 2-24 hours. Start it in the morning and then when you come home you'll have delicious chicken gryos!

4 - Birria Tacos

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Am I crazy suggesting that you make birria tacos for a weeknight dinner? Maybe! But the pressure cooker or instant pot makes this in 45 minutes. You'll also make your own dipping sauce for dipping your cheesy, crispy birria tacos.

5 - Chicken Shawarma

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This chicken shawarma has it all: juicy, spice-marinated chicken, warm pita bread, crisp salad and creamy garlic toum. And it takes just 10 minutes in the frying pan! That's faster than delivery ;)

So tell me Dear Reader, do you have a favourite takeaway item?


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© Lorraine Elliott