Tariq Simmons

Low-Effort Snacks & Easy Cooking for Beginners

Tariq Simmons, a beginner-cooking specialist – simple, high-reward meals that make cooking fun and easy.

About Me:

Meet Tariq Simmons

I'm Tariq, and I'm the guy who used to burn water. Seriously. I didn't grow up in a kitchen, and I know exactly how intimidating it feels to look at a recipe and see twenty steps you don't understand. I started at Various Meals with the goal of being the guide I wish I had—someone who speaks your language and focuses on meals that are impossible to mess up but still taste amazing.

My Culinary Philosophy

Zero-Stress Cooking: If it’s too complicated, I don’t cook it. My recipes are short, simple, and straight to the point.
High-Reward Results: I focus on dishes that look and taste impressive but only take a fraction of the effort you'd expect.
Snacking as an Art Form: I believe snacks are the best part of the day. I love creating quick bites that are perfect for late-night studying or game day.

My Background & Expertise

I represent the new generation of home cooks who value time and simplicity over tradition. I’ve spent the last few years experimenting with air fryers, slow cookers, and 5-ingredient wonders to find the easiest paths to delicious food. My expertise isn't in fancy techniques; it's in making the kitchen a place where you actually want to hang out. Let’s stop overcomplicating things and start eating good food.

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My Latest recipes:

Pickled Pineapple with Jalapeño

Dinner

Master Pickled Pineapple with this sweet and spicy pickled pineapple recipe. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Homemade pickled pineapple ready in 75 mins.

Keto Egg Salad: Creamy and Smoky with Bacon

Keto Egg Salad Bacon with Crispy Bits in 25 Minutes

Lunch

Master our keto egg salad bacon recipe for a protein-packed lunch. This guide features a step-by-step timing guide for the creamiest results. Try it today.

Air Fryer Eggs in 21 Minutes: Creamy and Velvety Results

Breakfast

Master Air Fryer Eggs with our reliable step-by-step guide. Get perfect jammy eggs with tender whites every time. Includes exact timing guide. Ready in 21m.

Mango Lemonade in 10 Minutes: A Velvety Tropical Refreshment

Desserts

Learn how to make Mango Lemonade with this easy recipe. Featuring a refreshing tropical mango base, it is ready in 10 minutes. Includes common mistakes…

Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes: Golden and Fluffy

Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes in 30 Minutes with Cornstarch

Dinner

Master crispy air fryer potatoes with our step-by-step timing guide. Features a secret cornstarch coating for a golden crust. Ready in 30 minutes total.

Air Fryer Potato Skins: Crispy and Loaded

Air Fryer Potato Skins for 4 Servings: Crispy and Loaded

Breakfast

Master crispy Air Fryer Potato Skins with our step-by-step timing guide. A perfect loaded appetizer with cheese and bacon ready in 38 minutes total.

How To Make Hard Boiled Eggs: Foolproof and Easy Peel

How To Make Hard Boiled Eggs in 14 Minutes for Easy Peeling

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Breakfast

Master how to make hard boiled eggs with our step-by-step timing guide. Get silky, firm whites and creamy yolks every time. Ready in 14 minutes total.

Air Fryer Chicken Breasts: Juicy and Tender in 30 Minutes

5.00 (1 Ratings)

Dinner

Master air fryer chicken breasts with our step-by-step timing guide. Get a golden crust and juicy results using simple ingredients. Ready in 30 minutes.

Easy Fried Rice Recipe in 15 Minutes

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Dinner

Learn how to make restaurant style Fried Rice fast with this simple technique. Includes a common mistakes checklist for perfect grains. Ready in 15 minutes!

Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies for Beginners in 25 Minutes

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Desserts

Master easy chocolate chip cookies for beginners with our foolproof melted butter method. This simple recipe, perfect for kids, includes a step-by-step timing…