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Sweet, salty, rich, and crunchy, these Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles hit all the bases. It’s fast, easy comfort food for busy nights! BudgetBytes.com

Many cultures around the globe are experts at cooking on a budget, often relying on whole grains, fresh vegetables, and less meat. These global inspired recipes will add spice to your weekly rotation and give you an easy (and inexpensive) alternative to your favorite take-out dishes! (pictured: Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles)

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These light and refreshing Sweet Potato Tacos are filled with a simple sweet potato and black bean hash, and topped with a tangy lime crema. BudgetBytes.com

Sweet Potato Tacos with Lime Crema

$5.14 recipe / $1.29 serving

Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad - BudgetBytes.com

Crunchy Chinese Chicken Salad

$9.62 recipe / $1.20 per cup

Tomato and Corn Relish - BudgetBytes.com

Tomato and Corn Relish

$3.46 recipe / $0.58 serving

Chicken Ropa Vieja - BudgetBytes.com

Slow Cooker Chicken Ropa Vieja

$7.89 recipe / $1.32 serving

Spanish Chickpeas and Rice - BudgetBytes.com

Spanish Chickpeas and Rice

$7.39 recipe / $1.84 serving

Thai Peanut Chicken - BudgetBytes.com

Thai Peanut Chicken

$5.17 recipe / $1.29 serving

Curried Potatoes with Poached Eggs - BudgetBytes.com

Curried Potatoes with Poached Eggs

$5.39 recipe / $1.35 serving

Fish Tacos with Cumin Lime Slaw - BudgetBytes.com

Fish Tacos with Cumin Lime Slaw

$5.44 recipe / $1.36 serving

Cumin Lime Coleslaw - BudgetBytes.com

Cumin Lime Coleslaw

$3.00 recipe / $0.50 serving

Mujaddara - BudgetBytes.com

Mujaddara

$3.45 recipe / $0.58 serving

Celebrate like you're in Louisiana with this easy, filling, and inexpensive one pot favorite, Pastalaya. It's the shortcut pasta version of Jambalaya! BudgetBytes.com

Pastalaya

$7.51 recipe / $1.25 serving

Nacho Taters - BudgetBytes.com

Nacho Taters

$6.84 recipe / $1.71 each

Green Chile Breakfast Quesadillas - BudgetBytes.com

Green Chile Breakfast Quesadillas

$4.20 recipe / $1.05 each

Curried Lentils - BudgetBytes.com

Curried Lentils

$3.48 recipe / $0.87 serving

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili - BudgetBytes.com

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

$11.59 recipe / $2.89 serving

Saucy Southwest Shredded Beef - BudgetBytes.com

Saucy Southwest Shredded Beef

$15.22 recipe / $1.27 serving

Sweet Potato Tortilla Soup - BudgetBytes.com

Sweet Potato Tortilla Soup

$4.11 recipe / $0.69 serving

Spicy Pork Pad Thai - BudgetBytes.com

Spicy Pork Pad Thai

$6.99 recipe / $1.75 serving

Spicy Italian Flat Bread - BudgetBytes.com

Spicy Italian Flat Bread

$3.82 recipe / $0.96 serving

Warm intoxicating spices make this vegetable filled Moroccan Lentil and Vegetable Stew perfect for cold Autumn nights. BudgetBytes.com

Moroccan Lentil and Vegetable Stew

$7.43 recipe / $0.93 serving

Slow Cooker 5 Spice Chicken

Slow Cooker 5 Spice Chicken

$9.39 recipe / $0.94 per piece

Creamy Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas - Budgetbytes.com

SNAP Challenge: Creamy Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas

$8.62 recipe / $1.08 per enchilada

Vegetable Stir Fry with Noodles - BudgetBytes.com

SNAP Challenge: Vegetable Stir Fry with Noodles

$4.46 recipe / $0.74 serving

A bowl of West African Peanut Stew with Brown Rice and Cilantro

West African Peanut Stew (vegan)

$5.64 recipe / $0.94 serving

Creamy Vegetarian Enchilada Pasta - BudgetBytes.com

Creamy Vegetarian Enchilada Pasta

$6.68 recipe / $1.67 serving

Packed with vegetables, flavor, protein, and fiber, this ultra-flavorful and low-calorie Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup is an all around winner! BudgetBytes.com

Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

$4.81 recipe / $0.79 serving

Sopa de Fideo

Sopa de Fideo

$4.11 recipe / $0.69 serving

It only takes one skillet and a few ingredients to make this incredibly flavorful and filling Chorizo Sweet Potato Skillet. BudgetBytes.com

Chorizo Sweet Potato Skillet

$7.09 recipe / $1.81 serving

Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

Baked Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

$5.57 recipe / $1.39 serving

If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, this Southwest Chicken Skillet is it! Precooked chicken makes this dinner possible in about 30 minutes. BudgetBytes.com

Southwest Chicken Skillet

$6.76 recipe / $1.69 serving

Falafel Salad - BudgetBytes.com

Falafel Salad

$6.28 recipe / $1.57 serving

Kung Pao Chicken (and vegetables)

Kung Pao Chicken (and vegetables)

$7.26 recipe / $1.82 serving

Southwest Spiced Corn - Budget Bytes

Southwest Spiced Corn

$3.21 recipe / $0.80 serving

Beef & Pineapple Enchiladas

Beef & Pineapple Enchiladas

$6.54 recipe / $1.64 serving

Coconut Vegetable Curry

Coconut Vegetable Curry

$5.80 recipe / $1.45 serving

Chili Roasted Potatoes

Chili Roasted Potatoes

$2.90 recipe / $0.48 serving

Honey Sriracha Chicken Thighs

Honey Sriracha Chicken Thighs

$7.29 recipe / $1.22 serving

Roasted Corn & Zucchini Tacos

Roasted Corn and Zucchini Tacos

$8.41 recipe / $1.40 serving

These super fast Curried Chickpeas with spinach are packed with flavor and nutrients, vegan, gluten-free, and filling! Plus they freeze great! BudgetBytes.com

Curried Chickpeas with Spinach

$4.68 recipe / $1.17 serving

Chicken Green Chile Enchiladas

Chicken (or Turkey) Green Chile Enchiladas

$9.72 recipe / $1.94 serving

Greek Stuffed Pitas

Oven Roasted Greek Stuffed Pitas

$10.95 recipe / $1.37 serving

Peanut Lime Dressing

Peanut Lime Dressing

$0.89 recipe / $0.22 serving

Turkey Sriracha Meatballs

Turkey Sriracha Meatballs

$6.65 recipe / $1.11 serving

Chorizo Sweet Potato Chili

Chorizo Sweet Potato Chili

$8.63 recipe / $1.44 serving

Chili Cornbread Skillet

Chili Cornbread Skillet

$8.19 recipe / $1.02 serving

Cashew Rice Pilaf

Cashew Rice Pilaf

$3.72 recipe / $0.62 serving

Chicken & Pineapple Quesadillas

Chicken & Pineapple Quesadillas

$7.28 recipe / $0.91 serving

Beef Taco Pasta

Beef Taco Pasta

$10.33 recipe / $1.72 serving