Short on budget, big on

flavor Weeknight dishes are easy to make — and even easier on your wallet

Smoky roasted broccoli and potato tacos. This recipe is yet another opportunity to use time-saving frozen broccoli. Julia Gartland/The New York Times

The kimchi powers this dish, which does so much with just five ingredients. Nico Schinco/The New York Times

It may seem fussy to blanch and process the basil for this update on buttered noodles, but it can be done ahead of time. Armando Rafael/The New York Times

Frozen shrimp and frozen mixed vegetables can work wonders in this rice dish. David Malosh/The New York Times

Affordable meals don’t have to come at the expense of deliciousness.

These dishes feel rich, fresh and sustaining — but they won’t break the bank.