A year ago, cooking felt like another chore on my never-ending to-do list. Between classes, work, and trying to keep up with everything else, finding time to cook seemed impossible – especially when Uber Eats is just a click away.
Then TikTok happened.
Somehow, the algorithm picked up on the fact that I was liking food videos, and suddenly, my feed was packed recipes I needed to try. Turns out, TikTok is more than just dance challenges and drama. According to the Seattle Times, TikTok is even replacing cookbooks – making it much easier to find recipes through its never ending short videos guiding you through the process step by step.
5 TikTok Recipes I Keep Going Back To:
- Gigi Hadid Pasta: Quick, inexpensive, and addicting.
- Beef Bowls: Protein packed – my current obsession.
- Cucumber Salad: Crunchy and so easy to throw together.
- Marry Me Chicken: Full of flavor, a great comfort meal.
- GF Brown Butter Cookie: Because sometimes you just need something sweet.
Why Cooking Became My Reset Button
Before TikTok, cooking felt so intimidating and elaborate. Finding a meal, getting the ingredients, cooking, and cleaning felt like something I had little time for. Now, it’s a way for me to hit pause. As someone who has a hard time slowing down, these quick meals have helped me build in time for myself – away from homework. I’ll throw on a playlist or a podcast and just focus on what I’m making. It’s become one of the few things that feels both productive and relaxing – a rare combo.
Making Time to Cook (Even When You’re Swamped)
I’m not saying cooking is always easy – some days, the last thing I want to do is think about what to eat. But even once a week, taking time to make a meal can be a way to slow down and just be.
So next time you’re scrolling through TikTok, take a look the many yummy meals people are making. You might just find a new favorite dish – and a little balance in the chaos.
Mari Pangelinan 