Thermomix Fakeaway (UK & Ireland): 10 Tips, Fast Collections & Recipes
- Beatriz
- Aug 13
- 3 min read
Introduction
Skip delivery, save money, and eat better—Thermomix® + Cookidoo® makes quick, healthy “fakeaway” nights easy.
Here’s the official 10-tip framework from Cookidoo®, with tables of UK links to jump straight into cooking. Cookidoo
Quick-Look: The 10 Tips (with UK jump-in links)
# | Tip | What to do | Helpful UK link |
1 | Create a go-to list | Save your quickest favourites into a personal Cookidoo® collection | “Let’s get creative” (saving & planning) → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/being-creative |
2 | Keep it basic | Stock core pantry staples (tinned tomatoes/beans, rice, pasta, onions, garlic, etc.) | Everyday Basics collection → https://cookidoo.co.uk/collection/en-gb/p/col385857 |
3 | Keep a running shopping list | Plan in My Week and send to Shopping List | Planning on a budget → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/budget-meals-article |
4 | Prep fast | Use Thermomix® Cutter+ (Slicing/Grating modes) and Blade Cover & Peeler | Cutter+ → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/discover-cutter Grating → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/tm6-modes-explained-grating Slicing → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/tm6-modes-explained-slicing Peeler → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/tm6-modes-explained-peeler |
5 | Batch cook | Double sauces and mains; freeze portions | Meals in Minutes (editorial) → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/meals-in-minutes |
6 | Go hands-off | Use Slow Cook for set-and-forget flavour | |
7 | Stack levels | Cook carbs/veg in basket/Varoma® while something else cooks | Power of Steam (multi-level) → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/power-of-steam |
8 | Steam for health | Steam needs no added oil; keeps nutrients & texture | Multi-level & Varoma overview → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/power-of-steam |
9 | Repurpose leftovers | Turn last night’s sides into soups, stir-fries, wraps | On-the-go hub (time-saving ideas) → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/on-the-go |
10 | Plan for busy weeks | Use time filters to find ≤30 min recipes; stock the freezer | Recipes in 30 Minutes (or Less!) → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/recipes-in-30-minutes |
Source for the 10-tip framework: Take out the takeout article. Additional links point to official Cookidoo® help pages and hubs.
Fakeaway Collections (open & cook tonight)
Collection (open link) | Region | # Recipes | Why it helps beat takeout |
Fakeaway favourites → https://cookidoo.co.uk/collection/en-gb/p/col267696 | UK/IE | 15 | TM6 High Temp recreations: tacos, fajitas, Kung Pao, gyros |
QUICK AND EASY MEALS → https://cookidoo.co.uk/collection/en-gb/p/VrkCollection-gb-000001307386 | UK/IE | 10 | 30-minute crowd-pleasers |
Meals in Minutes → https://cookidoo.co.uk/collection/en-gb/p/col215161 | UK/IE | 30 | Fast pastas, curries, pies & pizzas |
Meals in a Flash → https://cookidoo.co.uk/collection/en-gb/p/VrkChipCollection-au-000001380273 | ANZ (viewable UK) | 91 | 40-minute-or-less global hits |
Collection blurbs and counts per Cookidoo® pages.
Takeaway-Style Recipes (save to “My Week”)
Recipe (open link) | Why it scratches the takeaway itch |
Beef fajitas → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r493974 | Tex-Mex favourite from Fakeaway favourites |
Kung Pao chicken → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r493972 | Classic Chinese-style stir-fry in the Fakeaway set |
Quick gyros with tzatziki → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-gb/r494132 | Greek-style wraps, weeknight-fast |
Chicken Pad Thai → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r735520 | Noodle shop vibes, done at home |
Chicken tikka masala → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r124166 | UK curry-house classic |
Pizza Margherita → https://cookidoo.co.uk/recipes/recipe/en-GB/r151852 | Family fakeaway hero; dough + sauce in minutes |
Recipe pages and “also featured in” refs on Cookidoo®.
Pro Mode: Minimal Effort, Max Reward
Goal | Do this | Open this |
Set-and-forget mains | Use Slow Cook (3–8 h; simple prep) | |
Cook a full plate at once | Stack bowl + basket + Varoma dish + Varoma tray | Power of Steam → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/power-of-steam |
5-minute veg prep | Slice/Grate with Cutter+ | Cutter+ overview → https://cookidoo.co.uk/foundation/en-GB/pages/discover-cutter |
Faster clean-up | Run Pre-clean after saucy dishes |
Verified on the Thermomix® modes & accessories pages.
FAQs (UK & Ireland)
Q: Does steaming really make food “healthier”?
A: Steam doesn’t require additional oil and helps preserve texture; pair it with herbs/spices for flavour. See Power of Steam.
Q: What’s the quickest way to find fast recipes?
A: Use the Total time filters (≤15 / ≤30 / ≤45) on the Recipes in 30 Minutes page and sort by Total time, shortest.
Q: How do I stop buying takeout on busy weeks?
A: Plan in My Week, send to Shopping List, batch-cook a couple of mains, and freeze portions. See Meals in Minutes and the Take out the takeout article.
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