After the holidays, budgets tend to feel tighter, but cravings don’t magically disappear. I pulled together 9 Chinese recipes that give that familiar takeout vibe without the constant spending. These are the kinds of meals I lean on when staying in feels smarter than ordering out, yet I still want something comforting and familiar. It’s about keeping things practical while making home cooking feel like a small win instead of a compromise.

A close-up of a stir-fry dish featuring pieces of chicken, snap peas, red bell peppers, scallions, and black sesame seeds.
Kung Pao Chicken. Photo credit: Pocket Friendly Recipes.

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