The Frugal Foodie - Steph de Sousa Recipes
Cooking meals on a budget has never been so inspiring! Check out these delicious and simple recipes featured on the Channel 10 cooking show, The Frugal Foodie. Starring ALDI advocate Steph de Sousa and proudly supported by ALDI Australia, you'll love the budget-friendly recipes she makes each week.
Each one of Steph de Sousa's recipes is family-friendly and can be whipped up using ingredients you can find in your local ALDI store. So you know these dishes are not only packed with quality products, but they’re affordable too!
In each episode, Steph de Sousa, renowned for her warm, relatable approach to cooking, brings her passion for creating flavour-packed meals without breaking the bank. From clever tips on how to save money in the kitchen to hearty recipes that don’t compromise on taste, Steph’s new series is a celebration of resourceful cooking for every Australian household.
Catch the episodes live every Saturday at 1:30pm (AEDT) on Channel 10 and 10Play.
Episode 4: 15-Minute Meals
Pressed for time? Enjoy quick and tasty meals ready in just 15 minutes! Try Steph’s San Choy Bow, Creamy Tuscan Salmon, or zesty Black Bean Nacho Soup. Perfect for busy weeknights! Find the recipes along with the recipe videos below.
This week's shopping list
- ½ El Toro sachet of Taco seasoning
- 1 small red capsicum
- 2 small brown onions
- 1 x 420g can El Toro black beans
- 2 x 400g Remano tinned tomatoes
- 500ml of Chefs’ Cupboard vegetable stock
- 300ml Farmdale sour cream
- Avocado
- New Season tinned canned corn
- Fresh coriander
- Oh So Natural corn chips
- Fresh lime
- 4 The Fishmonger salmon fillets
- 300g Farmdale thickened cream
- 1 cup Deli Originals chopped sundried tomatoes
- Handful of The Fresh Salad Co. baby spinach
- ½ cup parsley leaves
- Fresh lemon
- Fresh garlic
- 500g Ironbark pork mince
- 1 handful of The Fresh Salad Co. bagged coleslaw mix
- 1 handful of fresh bean sprouts
- 3 pieces baby gem lettuce
- 2 tbsp Asia Specialities oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp Asia Specialities kecap manis
- 2 tbsp Asia Specialities soy Sauce
- Optional – Simplee crispy noodles
- Optional - toasted peanuts
- Optional - fresh chilli to serve
Check you have these pantry items:
- Stonemill minced garlic
- Remano tomato paste
- The Olive Tree extra virgin olive oil
- Beautifully Butterfully butter
- Stonemill minced garlic
- Stonemill minced ginger
- Remano white wine vinegar
- Stonemill salt and pepper
- White Mill sugar
Episode 3: Sensational Salads
Reimagine salads with vibrant, hearty creations that are as filling as they are delicious. Peach Bocconcini Salad, plus Watermelon & Fetta Salad. Find the recipes along with the recipe videos below.
This week's shopping list
- 220g Emporium Selection bocconcini
- ½ block of Emporium Selection Greek fetta cheese
- 3 ripe peaches
- 120g Fresh Salad Co rocket leaves
- Large handful fresh basil leaves
- 4-6 slices of prosciutto di parma
- 2 tbsp of Bramwells honey
- ¼ watermelon
- 3 handfuls The Fresh Salad Co baby spinach
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 red onion
- ¾ cup of Oh So Natural walnuts
- 2 tbsp Oh So Natural pine nuts
Check you have these pantry items:
- Remano balsamic vinegar
- Remano white wine vinegar
- Remano white wine vinegar
- White Mill caster sugar
- White Mill brown sugar
- Pure Valley butter
- Remano olive oil
- The Olive Tree extra virgin olive oil
- Stonemill sea salt and pepper
Episode 2: BBQ on a Budget
Impress your guests with show-stopping party dishes that look and taste expensive but don’t strain your wallet. Steph’s simple Potato Salad and BBQ Chicken Wings recipes are easy to prepare and oh so tasty! Find the recipes along with the recipe videos below.
This week's shopping list
- 2kg Broad Oak Farms chicken wings
- ½ cup Colway Worcestershire sauce
- 600ml Farmdale sour cream
- 1½ kg The Good Stuff white washed potatoes
- 1 Berg chorizo sausage
- 3 spring onions
- ½ cup Emporium Selection Danish fetta
- 1 lemon
- Fresh chives
- Fresh dill sprigs
Check you have these pantry items:
- Stonemill salt and black pepper
- Remano red wine vinegar
- Remano white wine vinegar
- Bramwells honey
- Colway BBQ sauce
- Stonemill garlic powder
- Stonemill onion powder
- Stonemill ground paprika
- Stonemill smoked paprika
- Colway traditional mayonnaise
- Colway whole egg mayonnaise
- Stonemill minced garlic
Episode 1: Lunchbox Wonders
Creative and budget-friendly lunch ideas for kids and adults alike! Check out this quick and easy Mexican Layer Dip made with layers of kidney beans, creamy guacamole, fresh salsa, and zesty cheese, perfect for dipping with tortilla chips. Find the recipe along with the recipe video below.
This week's shopping list
- 3 large, ripe avocados
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 New Season 450g cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 600ml Farmdale sour cream
- 1 El Tora taco mix seasoning sachet (or to taste, using recipe below)
- 1 punnet cherry tomatoes
- ½ small red onion
- ½ bunch fresh coriander
- 1 large handful Westacre Dairy shredded cheese
- 1 pack Bakers Life large white wraps
Check you have these pantry items:
- The Olive Tree olive oil spray
- Stonemill salt and cracked black pepper
Check back here weekly after each episode, for Steph's easy-to-follow recipes and recipe shopping lists, making it simple for you to recreate The Frugal Foodie meals at home.
Want to know more about Steph de Sousa?
Steph de Sousa is a vibrant culinary enthusiast, passionate about creating delightful dishes without denting the wallet. Known to her expansive online commuity as @steph_cooks_stuff on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Steph has carved a niche for herself in the culinary world by blending her love of food with a keen sense for budgeting. As a self-taught chef, Steph believes in the power of simplicity. championing recipes that are not only affordable and nutritious, but also easy enough for the everyday cook.