Asian Meal Plan for a Helper — Family of 3
Asian favourites portioned for three. This plan features rice and noodle dishes, stir-fries, and soups that are easy to scale down from standard family recipes. Your helper can prepare these popular dishes without overbuying ingredients.
Weekly Meal Plan
| Day | Lunch | Dinner | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Egg Fried Rice | Teriyaki Chicken with Rice | |
| Tuesday | Chicken Noodle Soup | Beef Stir-Fry with Vegetables | |
| Wednesday | Chow Mein | Steamed Fish with Ginger | |
| Thursday | Congee | Kung Pao Chicken with Rice | |
| Friday | Fried Noodles | Chicken Curry with Rice | |
| Saturday | Dumplings (frozen) | Sweet and Sour Pork | |
| Sunday | Chicken Fried Rice | Pad Thai |
Grocery List
Meat & Fish
- Chicken breasts (3)
- Chicken thighs (3)
- Pork loin (300g)
- Beef sirloin (300g)
- White fish fillets (3)
- Shrimp (200g)
Vegetables
- Ginger
- Garlic (1 head)
- Spring onions (2 bunches)
- Bok choy (3)
- Bean sprouts (200g)
- Bell peppers (2)
- Carrots (3)
- Onions (2)
Noodles & Rice
- Jasmine rice (2kg)
- Egg noodles (600g)
- Flat rice noodles (300g)
- Frozen dumplings (1 pack)
Sauces
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Sesame oil
- Fish sauce
- Coconut milk (1 can)
- Hoisin sauce
Eggs
- Eggs (9)
Cooking Tips for Helpers
- For 3 people, cook 2 cups of rice per meal.
- Buying frozen dumplings saves time — pan-fry or steam them.
- Smaller families can use half a can of coconut milk — freeze the rest.
- Scale sauce amounts down proportionally when cooking for fewer people.
Asian home cooking, perfectly sized for three. No waste, plenty of variety, and your helper gains experience with a range of Asian dishes.