8 Minimal Meals You Can Make Using Just a Hot Plate

Simmer dry spaghetti in just enough salted water to cook it through, letting the starchy liquid reduce into a sauce. Finish with butter, minced garlic, parmesan and a pinch of red pepper flakes.

That leftover rice sitting in your fridge is perfect for this recipe. Scramble an egg in a hot pan, then toss in frozen peas and carrots, your rice and a splash of soy sauce and sesame oil. This one takes 10 minutes, tops.

Simmer canned crushed tomatoes on medium heat with some onion, garlic, cumin and paprika, then crack in a few eggs and cover until the whites set.

Fill a tortilla with shredded cheese and whatever protein of your choosing, then toast it in a dry pan until golden on both sides.

Sauté onion and garlic, stir in curry powder and add a can of chickpeas, a can of coconut milk and some spinach. Leave it to simmer for 15 minutes and serve with your carb of choice.

All you need for this one is a pack of Buldak spicy ramen, an egg, parmesan cheese, Kewpie mayo and bacon. This one is essentially an elevated take on instant ramen, making for a delicious single-skillet culinary experience.

Brown sliced smoked sausage, then add bell peppers and onions and cook until soft and caramelized. Serve it as is, or add diced potatoes to make it heartier.

Combine canned black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder and a splash of broth. Leave it on simmer until it gets thick, then top with cheese and grab some tortilla chips for dipping.