15-Minute Halal Meals for Busy Weeknights

Intro:

When life gets hectic, dinner often feels like a chore. But with a few pantry staples and halal-friendly ingredients, you can whip up satisfying meals in just 15 minutes. Here are 5 quick halal meals that are big on flavor, not on time.

1. Spicy Chickpea Stir-Fry (Vegan Option)

• What You Need:
  Canned chickpeas, onion, bell peppers, garlic, olive oil, cumin, chili flakes, salt

• How to Make It:
  Sauté onion and peppers, add chickpeas and spices, cook until slightly crispy

• Serve With:
  Warm pita or leftover rice

2. Halal Chicken Shawarma Wraps

• What You Need:
  Pre-cooked halal chicken (or rotisserie), garlic sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, flatbread

• How to Make It:
  Warm chicken, layer with veggies and sauce in wrap

• Pro Tip:
  Use pre-chopped salad mix to save even more time

3. Egg Fried Rice with Veggies

• What You Need:
  Cooked rice, eggs, frozen mixed veggies, soy sauce (halal), garlic

• How to Make It:
  Scramble eggs, add veggies and rice, drizzle with soy sauce, stir-fry everything together

• Optional Add-On:
  Pre-cooked halal chicken or shrimp

4. Keema Quesadillas

• What You Need:
  Leftover halal keema, shredded cheese, tortillas

• How to Make It:
  Fill tortillas with keema and cheese, fold and toast on a pan until golden

• Serve With:
  Yogurt dip or salsa

5. Garlic Butter Shrimp & Couscous (or Rice)

• What You Need:
  Halal shrimp (thawed), garlic, butter, lemon, pre-cooked couscous or rice

• How to Make It:
  Sauté garlic in butter, add shrimp, cook for 3–4 mins, squeeze lemon

• Serve With:
  Steamed veggies or a green salad

Quick Tips to Save Even More Time:

• Use pre-cut veggies or frozen stir-fry blends

• Batch-cook rice or grains ahead of time

• Keep canned beans, sauces, and halal protein in the pantry/freezer

• Invest in good non-stick pans and storage containers for speed and easy cleanup