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30+ Delicious Fakeaway Dinner Recipes

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Who doesn’t love a takeaway, right? But sometimes, it’s just not practical—or it can get a bit pricey. That’s where these delicious fakeaway dinner recipes come in!

They’re perfect for when you’re craving your favourite takeaway but want to save some money or make it a bit healthier.

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I’ve rounded up a whole bunch of easy, family-friendly fakeaway dinner recipes that you can make at home in no time. To make it easier, I’ve split the post into categories, so whether you're in the mood for a Chinese, Indian, or a takeaway style pizza, you can find something that suits.

So, grab your apron and get ready to create your favourite copycat dishes right in your own kitchen—no delivery needed!

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🥡 Chinese / Asian

Stir-Fried Beef With Ginger and Spring Onion
Make your own Chinese takeaway with this Stir-Fried Beef With Ginger & Spring Onion! Speedy, delicious & allergy-friendly, it's on the table in just 20 minutes! 
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Strips of beef in a sauce with red pepper and spring onion on a plate.
Slow Cooker Beef Massaman Curry
Get ready for a flavour-packed dinner with this Slow Cooker Beef Massaman Curry – it’s ridiculously easy, with no browning required! Mildly spiced and perfect for the whole family, this dish will become a weeknight favourite, especially when you're short on time!
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A bowl of beef massaman curry with a fork in.
Pork Belly Fried Rice
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this Crispy Pork Belly Fried Rice is jam-packed with flavour ( and vegetables!) and is ready in just 25 minutes!
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Bowl of pork belly fried rice garnished with red chilli and spring onion.
Korean Gochujang Chicken Wings
Tuck into this mouthwatering Korean Gochujang Chicken Wings recipe! The wings are tossed in a spicy yet sweet & tangy sauce that will leave you begging for more! With options to bake in the oven & air fryer, these wings are the perfect addition to any game day or party spread!
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A plate of sticky chicken wings garnished with spring onion and sliced chilli.
Easy Chicken & Shrimp Fried Rice
Why not make this Easy Chicken & Shrimp Fried Rice tonight instead of ordering a takeaway? Plump juicy shrimp & tender chicken are mixed with veggies, scrambled egg & rice to make a delicious one-pan meal, on the table in just 30 minutes!
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Chicken and shrimp fried rice.
Chinese Salt & Pepper Chips 
A UK Chinese takeaway classic, Salt & Pepper Chips are crispy, spicy, and completely addictive! But did you know they’re not actually Chinese? This dish was created right here in the UK! With my easy recipe, you can make your own batch at home using the air fryer, oven, or deep fryer – no need to visit the takeaway.
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a bowl of fries garnished with chilli, red and green pepper, with a chinese crispy chilli dish in the background.
Crispy Shredded Chicken With Chilli
Looking for a quick and flavour-packed fakeaway? This Crispy Shredded Chicken with Chilli is your answer! Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a perfect blend of crispy chicken strips tossed in a sweet and spicy chilli sauce—ideal for a Friday night treat!
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a plate of crispy chicken pieces garnished with spring onion & chilli, with a knife and fork next to the plate and a pot of sweet chilli sauce/
Chinese Salt and Pepper Seasoning Recipe
This Chinese Salt & Pepper Seasoning can be used to re-create your favourite Chinese restaurant & takeaway dishes or is also delicious sprinkled over meat, fish or tofu!
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a white bowl containing salt and pepper spice seasoning, with a small wooden teaspoon in it.
Salmon Katsu Curry
This Salmon Katsu Curry is a twist on the Japanese classic! Crispy salmon is paired with an aromatic, smooth curry sauce, ideal for a delicious meal to be enjoyed with family or friends. My version is also egg and dairy free!
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A white plate with a breaded salmon fillet, katsu curry sauce, rice and salad. Garnished with chillis.
Sticky chicken wings garnished with sesame seeds are being picked up with chopsticks.

🍛 Indian

Chicken & Aubergine Curry
This Chicken & Aubergine Curry is a flavour-packed, healthy dinner that’s easy to make at home. With tender chicken, roasted aubergine, and a fragrant blend of spices, it makes the perfect fakeaway meal! 
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A spoonful of chicken curry being scooped out of a silver balti bowl containing chicken curry.
King Prawn Balti
Looking for a spicy and flavourful Indian curry? Try this King Prawn Balti! Made with prawns, vegetables, and aromatic spices, this dish is easy to make and packed with delicious flavours. Great served with rice or naan bread.
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Prawn balti garnished with coriander with popadums in the background.
Easy Gluten Free Naan Bread
This easy gluten free naan bread contains no yeast and is ready in under 15 minutes! Using only 5 ingredients, its so good you won’t even know its gluten free!
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close up shot of three naan breads garnished with parsley on a white plate.
Boneless Chicken Curry With Peppers
This boneless chicken curry with peppers combines tender chicken breast with fragrant spices and bell peppers. Perfect for a mid-week dinner as it can be on the table in under 30 minutes! Naturally gluten and dairy free.
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Chicken curry in a silver curry bowl, garnished with fresh red chilli and coriander.
Dairy Free Butter Chicken
This dairy free butter chicken recipe features a velvety coconut milk base, perfectly spiced with a blend of garam masala, turmeric, and cumin. Each bite delivers a mouthwatering combination of savoury, aromatic, and subtly sweet flavours that will leave you craving more.
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Photo credit: theallergenfreekitchen.com
Butter chicken and rice in a bowl.
Vegetable Samosa
These Punjabi vegetable samosas are a beloved Indian snack made from spiced potatoes and peas encased in a crisp, flaky, pastry.
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Photo credit: ohmyveg.co.uk
Vegetable Samosa
Prawn balti in a stainless steel bowl with popadums in the background.

🍟 Copycats of Famous Brands

Nando's Butterfly Chicken
Get ready to tantalise your taste buds with this Nando's Butterfly Chicken. Succulent chicken is marinated in famous Peri-Peri spice, then seared in a griddle pan until juicy and tender. This copycat version also cooks in under 10 minutes!
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Griddled chicken breast on a plate with a bowl of rice and salad.
Homemade Nando's Spicy Rice
Learn how to make this Homemade Nando’s Spicy Rice which tastes as good as the real thing! Cooked in just one pan and on the table in 25 minutes!
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Homemade Nandos spicy rice in a brown bowl, with another bowl of rice in the background.
Five Guys Copycat Burger Recipe 
This Five Guys Copycat Burger Recipe tastes just like the real thing! Melted gooey cheese in between two beef patties on the famous soft sesame bun. The best news is it’s also peanut oil free!
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close up shot of someone holding a burger with a bite out of it with chips in the background.
Copycat Five Guys Cajun Fries (Oven or Air Fryer)
These Copycat Five Guys Cajun Fries can be cooked in the oven or air fryer and taste like the real thing! They are generously seasoned with my cajun spice mix & the best news is they are peanut oil free!
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Close up of cajun fries in a small metal bucket.
Copycat Wendy’s Top Secret Chili
Unlock the mystery of Wendy’s top secret chili recipe. Simmered to perfection, it’s an irresistible bowl of comfort crafted right in your own kitchen.
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Photo credit: basicswithbails.com
Copycat Wendy’s Top Secret Chili
Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets
Crispy, tender, and full of flavor, these copycat Chick-fil-A nuggets are a perfect homemade version of the fast-food favorite!
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Photo credit: jcpeats.com
Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets
Copycat Cheesecake Factory Cajun Jambalaya Pasta
This Copycat Cheesecake Factory Cajun Jambalaya Pasta is packed with flavor and tastes JUST like the original dish (or maybe even better?!)
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Photo credit: thecookinchicks.com
Copycat Cheesecake Factory Cajun Jambalaya Pasta
Krispy Kreme Donut Holes
Learn how to make these soft and fluffy Krispy Kreme Donut Holes at home. This copycat recipe is easy to make and so delicious.
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Photo credit: dessertsonadime.com
Krispy Kreme Donut Holes
Copycat Chickfila Coleslaw
If you’re a fan of the menu at Chick-fil-A, you’ll love this Copycat Chick-fil-A Coleslaw Recipe! Not only is it fast and straightforward to make, but it tastes like the real deal!
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Photo credit: 3boysandadog.com
Copycat Chickfila Coleslaw
Burger in a sesame seed topped bun in foil and a bowl of fries on a grey board with a pot of ketchup and. mayo.

🍕 Takeaway Pizza Style

Puff Pastry Pizza (GF)
Check out this delicious puff pastry pizza recipe that's quick, easy, bursting with flavour and is gluten-free too! You will love the crispy crust & can personalise it with all your favourite toppings. Whether you're making it for a cosy weeknight dinner or a party appetiser, it's ready in just 25 minutes!
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Rectangle pepperoni pizza on a white plate.
Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings
Whip up some homemade fried chicken with these Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings! Ready in just 35 minutes, they make the perfect snack, crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside! Delicious served with your favourite dipping sauce.
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A plate of fried chicken.
Crispy Air Fryer Loaded Potato Skins
These Crispy Air Fryer Loaded Potato Skins are filled with crunchy bacon and tangy cheddar cheese, are so easy to make and are super delicious! They make the perfect appetizer or a game day snack!
Full Recipe
Four potato skins on a plate topped with sour cream and spring onion.
Roasted Duck Pizza
The sweet, savoury flavours of this Asian-fusion inspired roasted duck pizza recipe features a homemade crispy crust, roast duck, hoisin, and cheese that’s easy to make at home.
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Photo credit: nutfreewok.com
Squares of pepperoni pizza on a plate with a pizza cutter and pizza sauce in the background.

🥙 Kebab Shop

Air Fryer Chicken Skewers
These Air Fryer Chicken Skewers are deliciously tender and juicy! They make the perfect filling for a shish kebab and are ready in just 30 minutes! No air fryer? You can easily cook these under the grill too!
Full Recipe
Two chicken shish kebabs on sticks laying on top of salad and pitta bread on a white plate.
Kebab Shop Salad (Turkish Red Cabbage Recipe)
Learn how to make delicious Kebab Shop Red Cabbage at home with this simple Turkish salad recipe, using only 4 ingredients!
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Shredded red kebab shop style cabbage in a black bowl.
Lamb Kofta Wraps
Juicy spiced lamb kofta wraps served with fresh, cool yoghurt sauce and crisp & crunchy salad. Easily adaptable to be dairy free & gluten free! 
Full Recipe
Two lamb koftas drizzled with yoghurt of a bed of salad and a flatbread on a plate with a wedge of lemon.
Lamb Shish Kebab - Cooking Gorgeous
Lamb Shish Kebab is a very popular meal served in restaurants or in kebab shops but you can easily make them at home with this simple recipe.
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Photo credit: cookingorgeous.com
Lamb Shish Kebab - Cooking Gorgeous

Let me know in the comments what your favourite fakeaway dish is!

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About Lauren Woodger

I’m Lauren, the creator of The Scatty Mum. As a mum to two kids with a history of food allergies and intolerances, I know how tough it can be to cook meals that are both safe and delicious.

That’s why I share easy, allergy-friendly recipes to help families enjoy stress-free mealtimes.

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