It often seems like there’s nothing in the fridge. But if you look closely, you’ll almost always find eggs, rice, onions, cabbage, flour, or a loaf of bread. Chef Oleksandr Ogrodnik told Styler that you can use these simple ingredients to prepare dishes that are just as good as those served in restaurants.
Eggs
If you have eggs at home, make a spread for bread with cream cheese, avocado, and pickled cucumber. Soft-boiled eggs, cream cheese, and a little French mustard will turn an ordinary sandwich into a full-fledged breakfast or snack.
Other options:
- an omelet;
- shakshuka;
- egg salad;
- stuffed eggs;
- frittata with vegetables.
Chef’s tip: Boil the eggs for 6–7 minutes after the water comes to a boil—the yolk will stay creamy and make any spread more delicate.
Onions
Instead of regular pickled onions, try raspberry-pickled onions. Raspberries add a light, fruity tartness, and the hot marinade tones down the sharpness, so these onions pair perfectly with meat, burgers, salads, and even plain potatoes.
What else can you make with onions?
- quick-pickled onions;
- caramelized onions;
- onion jam;
- meat sauce;
- onion soup.
Chef’s tip: If you pour hot marinade over the onions, they’ll have a milder flavor and won’t leave a sharp aftertaste.
Cauliflower
Many people simply boil it, although it reveals its best flavor when roasted. Try roasting it…
