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Top 10 Fresh Prep recipes of all time
Our All-Star recipes have earned the most five-star ratings, hundreds of rave reviews from home chefs, and now, well-deserved recognition in this blog post.
Here we go, the top 10 recipes as voted by you, descending from 10 to our most loved recipe, ever. Try not to drool too much.
#10. Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup with Oyster Mushrooms & Zucchini
Bringing fresh Italian flavours to your dinner table couldn’t be easier with this creamy tortellini soup! Fresh made four cheese tortellini is simmered with savoury oyster mushrooms and zucchini in a delicately seasoned tomato broth. Stir in rich cream, top with fresh basil and slurp up every last bite of this delectable recipe!
“Yummy! Yum! Yum! I love this recipe on a cold winter night because it’s so quick to prepare and so delicious and comforting.” – Penelope F.
#9. Chorizo & Sweet Potato Tacos with Pineapple Cilantro Lime Aioli & Salsa
Bring bold flavours to your dinner table with these simple to prepare, yet satiating tacos! Spicy chorizo sausage and tender sweet potatoes are met with fresh tomato salsa and a creamy and bright pineapple-lime-cilantro aioli, all tucked into warm flour tortillas.
“Omg. One of the tastiest AND simplest recipes. When something is this yummy and unique (that pineapple/lime/garlic combo is WOW), plus it’s so simple to make, it’s a definite keeper.” – Shannon L.
#8. Spicy Red Thai Chicken Curry with Zucchini & Jasmine Rice
A Fresh Prep favourite, this recipe makes bringing authentic Thai flavours to your table effortless! Warming and fragrant red Thai curry paste is simmered with ginger, garlic, lime in rich coconut milk, packed with bell peppers, zucchini, and aromatic Thai basil. Perfectly paired with coconut-scented jasmine rice.
“This is easily one of the best things I’ve ordered from you! Unforgettable curry. So glad to have the recipe.”
– Maria S.
#7. Alabama Style Tofu Sandwich with Zesty Vegan Mayo, Pickles & Potatoes
Based on a Fresh Prep favourite chicken sandwich recipe, our Alabama Tofu Sandwich is a winner-winner-chicken-less dinner! We start with pan-seared chili-rubbed tofu and tangy dill pickles, layered in a white horseradish BBQ sauce on locally-made peasant buns served with a hearty side of roasted potatoes.
“Amazing flavours, good portions, simple instructions.. Thanks for a wonderful “comfort food” meal!” – Tami S.
#6. Korean Style Pork Tacos with Creamy Slaw & Basil
The secret to this All-Star recipe is sweet, spicy, savoury glaze with Korean gochujang. Add it to thinly sliced tender pork, piled onto warmed corn tortillas. Creamy slaw balances the heat.
“It was so good that we made it again for a camping meal. Prepped the marinade and dressing ahead of time and it made for an epic easy meal! This one is our absolute favourite!” – Tony F.
#5. Spicy Gochujang Korean Beef Bowl with Kimchi Mayo, Pickled Cucumbers & Rice
Gochujang packs a punch in this Korean-flavoured bowl recipe starring sizzling ground beef, spicy and tangy kimchi, and a creamy kimchi aioli. With fresh and crisp pickled cucumbers and carrots and a good helping of steaming sticky rice, this recipe is balanced and flavourful.
“This was amazing. I ate the leftovers for breakfast because I couldn’t wait for lunch. I hope to see this again soon.” – Sandra W.
#4. Tuna Poke Bowl with Edamame, Avocado & Sriracha Mayo
This All-Star umami-packed bowl has a base of fluffy sticky rice, topped with tender pieces of honey-sesame-soy marinated, sustainably sourced yellowfin tuna. Abundantly filled with edamame, cucumbers, creamy avocado and finished with peppery sriracha mayo. Just try to resist licking your bowl clean.
“Loved the sauce the tuna marinated in. And we had enough to make lunch the next day with new rice. Another great meal from Fresh Prep.” – Leanne M.
#3. Rare Seared Yellowfin Tuna Focaccia with Curry Mayo, Ambrosia & Cucumber Salad
Lightly seared, sustainably sourced yellowfin tuna is piled high on herbed focaccia bread with arugula, shallots, and a delectable curry-aioli sauce. Partnered with a refreshing cucumber and ambrosia apple salad, this All-Star recipe is one you don’t want to miss.
“Best thing I’ve got from FP. Could eat this every day! Incredible!” – Chris B
#2. Pulled Chicken Fajitas with Chipotle-Pineapple Sauce & Cheddar
Featuring a tangy chipotle-pineapple sauce that is sure to kick your weeknight dinner plans up a notch, this recipe takes fajitas to the next level. A combo of sweetness, heat, and smokiness, the sauce is the perfect accompaniment to this Mexican-inspired meal. Topped with refreshing lime crema, aged white cheddar, crunchy cabbage and lush cilantro.
“This was absolutely amazing!!! From the flavour of the chicken to the lime crema and roast veggies, all of it was absolutely delicious!” – Katherine M.
A drumroll, please, for the most popular Fresh Prep recipe of all time…
#1. Pork Banh Mi & Carrot Fries with Pickled Daikon & Spicy Mayo
Our Fresh Prep take on the Vietnamese classic sub never fails to win hearts and stomachs. Dressed up with pickled carrot and daikon, this All-Star sandwich is layered with delectable sweet and savoury pork, and served with roasted carrot fries and spicy sriracha aioli.
“Whenever I see this recipe is available I always order it. The kids love it, I love it, it’s super easy to cook. Always yummy!” – Melissa M.
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