Beginner
Easy, Flavorful Recipes to Build Your Confidence
New to the kitchen? No problem! The Beginner Cooks category on Just Maika Cooking is designed to make cooking approachable, fun, and delicious.
With simple steps and easy-to-find ingredients, these recipes are perfect for novice home cooks who want to create impressive meals without stress.
Start with the Sage Chili Pumpkin Chicken Pasta, a creamy and cozy dish that’s packed with autumn-inspired flavors and comes together in no time.
For a hearty, hands-off meal, the Instant Pot Spicy Beef Barley Stew is a one-pot wonder that’s both comforting and filling. Or try the Quick Chickpea and Egg Skillet, a protein-packed dish that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Explore these beginner-friendly recipes and start your cooking journey today. Cooking doesn’t have to be intimidating—these recipes make it easy to build your skills while enjoying delicious, satisfying meals!
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Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe – Simple Base You Can Build On
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Air Fryer Butternut Squash Spiced Chickpeas Chicken Soup
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Easy Aleppo Pepper Spiced Dill Lentil Chicken Soup
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Banana Berry Corn Muffins with Greek Yogurt
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How to Cook Perfect Jasmine Rice in a Rice Cooker
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Instant Pot Spicy Beef Barley Stew: Haitian Hearty Comfort
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Quick Spicy Potstickers | Chili Momo Tibetan Style
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Homemade Pico de Gallo | Fresh Salsa in 10 Minutes
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Habanero Tamarind Glaze | Sweet, Spicy, and Tangy
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Fresh Cranberry Ginger Chutney | Quick and Easy
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Creamy Lemon Greek Yogurt Dressing | Easy 5-Minute
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One-Pan Calabrian Chickpea Pasta Recipe | Fast & Flavorful
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Spicy Zhug Hummus with Feta – Twist on Classic Hummus
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Easy Sheet Pan Jerk Chicken Fajitas | Oven-Roasted Yum
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Air Fryer Jerk Shrimp Fajitas | Easy Caribbean in 20 Minutes
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How to Make Easy Bacon Potato Leek Chowder | Creamy Comfort
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Chicken Stir-Fry with Mushrooms, Peppers, and Green Beans in Hoisin Sauce
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Easy Oven Baked Pecorino Basil Pesto Corn on the Cob
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Quick Korean Vegetable Ramen (Easy Veggie Noodle Bowl)
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Grilled Steak Spicy Chimichurri Baby Potatoes and Broccoli
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Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma | Quick with Beituti
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Stovetop Garlic Confit (Easy Butter-Olive Oil Method)
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Spatchcock Turkey Backbone Gravy (Mirepoix & Haitian Spices)
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Easy Peanut Chocolate Caramel Candy Bar No-Churn Ice Cream
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Easy BBQ Chicken Sliders with Coleslaw | Spicy & Sweet
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Fresh Berry Apple Pecan Chicken Salad with Goat Cheese
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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Nachos Recipe | Ready in 10 Minutes
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Easy Healthy Ground Turkey Curry Picadillo Twist
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Easy 15-Minute Marinade for Beef Kabobs
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Jerk Fajita Trio: 3 Must-Try Recipes for a Spicy Weeknight Cook-Up
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How to Make Ata Gige Paste – A Nigerian Aromatic Base for Cooking
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Grilled Pork Chops with Tamarind Habanero Glaze and Coleslaw
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Comforting Turkey Chili Baked Potatoes | Sour Cream & Chives
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Garlic and Ginger Paste: A Flavor Shortcut Every Home Cook Needs
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Creamy Haitian-Style Shrimp Mac and Cheese with Gouda Cheese
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Rotisserie Chicken Salad | Quick & Easy Meal Prep
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Butternut Squash Chicken Chili
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Spicy Chicken Vegetable Stew with Harissa Tomato Sauce
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Easy Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Lasagna
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Easy Whipped Garlic Herb Cottage Cheese Spread
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Easy Spicy Turmeric Calabrian Chili Pepper Wet Rub
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How to Make Multigrain Rice | Purple Rice Recipe
