Looking for easy dinner ideas that won’t take hours or drain your wallet? This Savory is quick to make, full of flavor, and perfect for weeknights. A smart way to save money on food while still eating something delicious.
How to do it
This Savory is one of the best budget meals you can make at home. Simple, fast, and made with ingredients you already have — ideal for beginners or anyone planning affordable family dinners. Let’s cook smarter, not harder.
Ingredients for the Dough:
- ±1 kg all-purpose flour
- 2 cups warm water
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 10 g instant yeast
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Burger Filling:
- 1 kg ground beef
- 200 g bacon (skinless)
- 2 onions
- Chopped fresh herbs (like parsley or coriander)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mozzarella slices
- Ham slices
- Tomato slices
- 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
How to Make the Dough:
Start by dissolving the yeast in the sugar. Add the warm water and oil, then gradually mix in the flour until the dough reaches a kneadable consistency. Knead the dough well until smooth and elastic.
Shape the dough into rolls, flatten each one, and fill with:
A cooked burger patty
A slice of mozzarella
A slice of ham
A slice of tomato
Close the dough to seal, brush with egg yolk, sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired, and bake in a preheated medium oven (around 180°C / 350°F) until golden.
How to Make the Burger Patties:
Mix the ground beef with the finely chopped or ground bacon (skin removed), onions, herbs, salt, and pepper. If you prefer, process everything together in a food processor.
Shape into burger patties, lightly grease a baking tray, and bake at a high temperature (about 220°C / 425°F) for 15 minutes — just until cooked through. They don’t need to brown fully. Let them cool before using to fill the bread rolls.
