{"id":54530,"date":"2025-03-19T05:00:54","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T05:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/?p=54530"},"modified":"2025-03-19T10:23:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T10:23:06","slug":"waterless-cooking-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/waterless-cooking-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Waterless Cooking: Easy-on-the-Tap Tasty Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Do you know your <a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/waterless-cooking-know-your-water-footprint-in-the-kitchen-beyond\/\">water footprint<\/a>? Ingredients come with their own \u2018water price tag&#8217;, from the amount used to grow and harvest to the processing that happens in order for it to end up on your dinner table. We&#8217;ve done some research on waterless cooking and selected recipes that use little or no water to prepare. These are our favourite water-saving recipes, there&#8217;s something for every occasion.<\/p>\n<h3>Waterless Cooking Starts Here<\/h3>\n<p>Amp up your water saving with our selection of simple waterless cooking recipes that require little to no water.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/vegan-cannellini-bean-shakshuka\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/westfalia-shakshuka-4x6-1.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/miso-glazed-aubergines-with-vegan-miso-mayo\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/westfalia_miso-aubergine-4x6-1.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Vegan Cannellini Bean Shakshuka<\/h4>\n<p>A great dish that works for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Plus, you&#8217;ll only need half a cup of water to make it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/vegan-cannellini-bean-shakshuka\/\">Recipe for Vegan Cannellini Bean Shakshuka<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Miso-glazed Aubergines with Vegan Miso Mayo<\/h4>\n<p>One of the tastiest ways to enjoy aubergine. Try to wash your aubergines in a small bath instead of using an endless stream of water.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/miso-glazed-aubergines-with-vegan-miso-mayo\/\">Recipe for Miso-glazed Aubergines with Vegan Miso Mayo<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/zucchini-ricotta-lasagne\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/courgette1.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/mediterranean-chicken-tray-bake\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Cape-Herb-Med-Chicken-Tray-Bake-4x6-1.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Zucchini &amp; Ricotta Lasagne<\/h4>\n<p>Meet your new fave midweek dish! This lasagne is delicious, easy to prep and only requires water to wash the zucchini.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/zucchini-ricotta-lasagne\/\">Recipe for Zucchini &amp; Ricotta Lasagne<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Mediterranean Chicken Tray Bake<\/h4>\n<p>Roasting is one of the best methods for sparing water in the kitchen. The Mediterranean flavours in this family-friendly Tray Bake are incredibly tasty \u2013 this dish will soon become your go-to.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/mediterranean-chicken-tray-bake\/\">Recipe for Mediterranean Chicken Tray Bake<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/sweet-sour-stir-fry-sweet-potato-spaghetti\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Sweet-and-Sour-Stir-Fry-with-Sweet-Potato-Spaghetti-4x6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking sweet sour stir fry\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/zucchini-noodles-chicken-feta-kale-meatballs\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Zucchini-Noodles-with-Chicken-Feta-and-Kale-Meatballs-4x6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking zucchini noodles\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Sweet &amp; Sour Stir Fry With Sweet Potato Spaghetti<\/h4>\n<p>With pasta being a water-heavy dish to prep, there\u2019s never been a better time to go low-carb and spiralise those veggies as substitutes. Flash fry for flavour and to retain some crunch.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/sweet-sour-stir-fry-sweet-potato-spaghetti\/\">Recipe for Sweet &amp; Sour Stir Fry with Sweet Potato Spaghetti<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Zucchini Noodles with Chicken, Feta &amp; Kale Meatballs<\/h4>\n<p>If you buy your zoodles (zucchini noodles), you can usually nuke them in the bag to keep to your waterless cooking guns. Alternatively, flash fry in a little olive oil \u2013 no boiling needed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/zucchini-noodles-chicken-feta-kale-meatballs\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\">Recipe for Zucchini Noodles with Chicken, Feta &amp; Kale Meatballs<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/pumpkin-gnocchi-roasted-sausages\/?cat=global-foods\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Pumpkin-Gnocchi-with-Roasted-Sausages-4-x-6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking pumpkin gnocchi roasted sausage\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/curry-beans\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Curry-beans-4-x-6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking curried beans\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Roasted Pumpkin Gnocchi with Sausages<\/h4>\n<p>Roasted pumpkin makes incredible gnocchi and is delicious with your favourite sausages. For a unique take, these gnocchi are oven-roasted, making this dish ideal for your waterless cooking goals.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/pumpkin-gnocchi-roasted-sausages\/?cat=global-foods\">Recipe for Roasted Pumpkin Gnocchi with Sausage<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Curried Beans<\/h4>\n<p>A delicious curried bean recipe, that&#8217;s perfect as a side dish or a main. Our tip here is to use tinned beans instead of dry beans to save on water for boiling. Plus, it&#8217;s a great time saver.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/curry-beans\/\">Recipe for Curried Beans<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/tomato-and-coriander-curried-dahl-with-basmati-rice-and-greek-yoghurt\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Tomatoe-coriander-tumeric-dhal-4-x-6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking dhal\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/ultimate-baked-potatoes-creamed-mushrooms-black-garlic-crispy-bacon\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Baked_Potato_Bacon.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking baked potatoes\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Tomato &amp; Coriander Dhal<\/h4>\n<p>Use canned lentils for this recipe \u2013 cook the spices with the onions, then add the canned lentils with their liquid, and you have yourself a one-pot wonder.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/tomato-and-coriander-curried-dahl-with-basmati-rice-and-greek-yoghurt\/\">Recipe for Tomato &amp; Coriander Dhal<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Baked Potatoes<\/h4>\n<p>Cheap, easy, and the best way to enjoy spuds. Oh, and did we mention, they&#8217;re seriously delicious!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/ultimate-baked-potatoes-creamed-mushrooms-black-garlic-crispy-bacon\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\">Recipe for Baked Potatoes<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/loaded-mexican-potato-wedges\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Loaded-Wedges-4-x-6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking loaded potatoes\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/broccoli-slaw-avocado-oil-mayonnaise\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Broccoli-Slaw.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking broccoli slaw\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Loaded Mexican Potato Wedges<\/h4>\n<p>Stock up on frozen vegetables to roast when you\u2019re pressed for time. And if you\u2019re feeling inspired, load them up Mexican-style.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/loaded-mexican-potato-wedges\/\">Recipe for Loaded Mexican Potato Wedges<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Broccoli Slaw with Avocado Oil Mayonnaise<\/h4>\n<p>Most people are accustomed to cooking their broccoli before eating it, but most veggies are edible raw. This salad is such a winner and even improves over a day or two.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/broccoli-slaw-avocado-oil-mayonnaise\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\">Recipe for Broccoli Slaw with Avocado Oil Mayonnaise<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/aubergine-tomato-pumpkin-breakfast-hash\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Banting-poached.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking hash\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/lentil-and-vegetable-bobotie\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/lentil-bobotie-4-x-6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking lentil bobotie\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Aubergine, Tomato &amp; Pumpkin Breakfast Hash<\/h4>\n<p>This dish is a veggie powerhouse and anytime meal.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/aubergine-tomato-pumpkin-breakfast-hash\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\">Recipe for Aubergine, Tomato &amp; Pumpkin Breakfast Hash<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Lentil &amp; Vegetable Bobotie<\/h4>\n<p>A delicious veggie classic that we love. Use tinned lentils to save on water and time.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/lentil-and-vegetable-bobotie\/?cat=vegetables-main-ingredient\">Recipe for Lentil &amp; Vegetable Bobotie<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/roast-chicken-bacon-and-tarragon-cream-pie\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Roast-Chicken-Bacon-Tarragon-Pie-4-x-6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking roast chicken bacon and tarragon cream pie\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/wonton-cups-with-tuna-tartare-avo-and-wasabi-mayonnaise\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Wonton-Cups-with-Tuna-Tartare-Avo-and-Wasabi-Mayonnaise-4x6.jpg\" alt=\"waterless cooking wonton cups\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Roast Chicken, Bacon &amp; Tarragon Pie<\/h4>\n<p>A few of our favourite things, all baked in one pastry dish. There\u2019s not much you can find fault with in this recipe.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/roast-chicken-bacon-and-tarragon-cream-pie\/\">Recipe for Roast Chicken, Bacon &amp; Tarragon Pie<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Wonton Cups with Tuna Tartare &amp; Wasabi Mayo<\/h4>\n<p>One of our favourite summery dishes \u2013 if you can\u2019t get hold of tuna, try yellowtail, it\u2019s equally tasty.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/wonton-cups-with-tuna-tartare-avo-and-wasabi-mayonnaise\/?cat=global-foods\">Recipe for Wonton Cups with Tuna Tartare &amp; Wasabi Mayo<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/spicy-beef-and-tomato-potato-skins-topped-with-guacamole\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Spicy-Beef-Potato-Skins-4-x-6.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/labneh-lemon-origanum-chilli-oil-served-chargrilled-bread-almond-dukkah\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Westfalia-Labneh-4-x-6.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Spicy Beef Filled Potato Skins with Guacamole<\/h4>\n<p>Potatoes are both filling and cost-effective as a meal. These ones are oven-roasted for that perfect fluffy interior and crispy exterior. Boiling is so pass\u00e9.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/spicy-beef-and-tomato-potato-skins-topped-with-guacamole\/\">Recipe for Spicy Beef Filled Potato Skins with Guacamole<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Lemon and Chilli Oil Labneh with Dukkah<\/h4>\n<p>Toast ciabatta slices to perfection, and then top with creamy labneh and dukkah. Yum!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/labneh-lemon-origanum-chilli-oil-served-chargrilled-bread-almond-dukkah\/\">Recipe for Lemon and Chilli Oil Labneh with Dukkah<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"rir-row\"><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/whipped-feta-and-cream-cheese-with-green-olive-salsa-verde\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/whipped-feta-4x6.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rir-cols-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/honey-chilli-roasted-carrots\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Hony-Chilli-Carrots-4x6.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h4>Whipped Feta &amp; Cream Cheese with Green Olive Salsa Verde<\/h4>\n<p>This recipe needs only the tiniest bit of water and yields so much deliciousness. Whip up this tasty dip and snack away.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/whipped-feta-and-cream-cheese-with-green-olive-salsa-verde\/\">Recipe for Whipped Feta &amp; <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/whipped-feta-and-cream-cheese-with-green-olive-salsa-verde\/\">Cream Cheese<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Honey &amp; Chilli Roasted Carrots with Bacon and Cashews<\/h4>\n<p>Who doesn&#8217;t love a honey-roasted carrot with a side of spiciness? It&#8217;s simply delicious!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/recipe\/honey-chilli-roasted-carrots\/?cat=meals-and-courses\">Recipe for Honey &amp; Chilli Roasted Carrots<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Try these <a href=\"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/easy-water-saving-tips-you-may-not-have-thought-of\/\">water-saving tips<\/a>\u00a0for the kitchen and beyond.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you know your water footprint? Ingredients come with their own \u2018water price tag&#8217;, from the amount used to grow and harvest to the processing that happens in order for it to end up on your dinner table. We&#8217;ve done some research on waterless cooking and selected recipes that use little or no water to prepare. These are our favourite water-saving recipes, there&#8217;s something for every occasion. Waterless Cooking Starts Here Amp up your water saving with our selection of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3981,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4098],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-54530","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-general"],"acf":[],"brand_slug":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54530","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3981"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=54530"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54530\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":118883,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/54530\/revisions\/118883"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=54530"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=54530"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=54530"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}