Asian Meal Plan for a Helper — Family of 4
This plan brings popular Asian dishes to a family of four. Every meal features rice, noodles, or soup — staples of Asian home cooking. The recipes are chosen for their popularity across the region and their suitability for helpers to prepare.
Weekly Meal Plan
| Day | Lunch | Dinner | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Chicken Fried Rice | Kung Pao Chicken with Steamed Rice | |
| Tuesday | Wonton Soup | Teriyaki Chicken with Vegetables and Rice | |
| Wednesday | Chow Mein | Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy | |
| Thursday | Egg Fried Rice | Beef Stir-Fry with Noodles | |
| Friday | Dan Dan Noodles | Sweet and Sour Pork with Rice | |
| Saturday | Congee | Chicken Curry with Rice | |
| Sunday | Dumplings | Pad Thai |
Grocery List
Meat & Fish
- Chicken breasts (4)
- Chicken thighs (4)
- Pork loin (400g)
- Beef sirloin (400g)
- White fish fillets (4)
- Shrimp (300g)
- Minced pork (300g)
Vegetables
- Ginger (large)
- Garlic (2 heads)
- Spring onions (3 bunches)
- Bok choy (4)
- Bean sprouts (300g)
- Bell peppers (3)
- Carrots (4)
- Onions (3)
- Peanuts (100g)
Noodles & Rice
- Jasmine rice (3kg)
- Egg noodles (800g)
- Flat rice noodles (400g)
- Wonton wrappers
- Dumpling wrappers
Sauces
- Soy sauce (light and dark)
- Oyster sauce
- Sesame oil
- Fish sauce
- Rice vinegar
- Coconut milk (1 can)
- Hoisin sauce
- Sweet chilli sauce
Eggs
- Eggs (12)
Cooking Tips for Helpers
- For 4 people, cook 3 cups of jasmine rice per meal.
- Use a rice cooker — it frees up the stove for cooking.
- Have all sauces measured and ingredients chopped before starting stir-fries.
- Wok cooking is fast — everything should be ready before the wok heats up.
- Day-old refrigerated rice makes the best fried rice.
A week of authentic Asian home cooking, perfectly portioned for four. Your helper can explore different regional cuisines while keeping the family well-fed.