ALDI Kosher Meal Plan

SALE ITEMS FOUND

Meats on sale:
- Wavy Ground Beef: $4.99 each
- Marc Angelo Fresh Teriyaki or Carne Asada Beef Skewers: $3.39
- Fresh Organic Chicken Breast: $4.99/lb
- Black Angus Petite Sirloin Steaks: $8.99
- Black Angus Fresh Top Sirloin Steak: $9.99
- Grass-Fed Strip Steak: $11.99
- Grass-Fed Ribeye Steaks: $12.99
- Fresh Salmon Side: $8.29

Vegetables on sale:
- Bagged Mini Sweet Corn: $2.39 for 4-pack
- Cotton Candy Grapes: $4.49 per 2-lb pkg
- Washington Whole Seedless Grapes: $2.79 per 6-pack

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Protein ranking note (most economical to most expensive per serving for 4 people):
1. Wavy Ground Beef - $4.99 flat per package (most economical)
2. Marc Angelo Beef Skewers - $3.39 each, likely 2 needed for 4 people = $6.78
3. Fresh Organic Chicken Breast - $4.99/lb, ~2 lbs for 4 people = ~$9.98
4. Fresh Salmon Side - $8.29 flat but a side is typically 1.5-2 lbs (premium seafood)
5. Black Angus Petite Sirloin Steaks - $8.99 each, need 2-4 for 4 people (premium steak)
6. Black Angus Top Sirloin Steak - $9.99 (premium steak)
7. Grass-Fed Strip Steak - $11.99 (premium steak)
8. Grass-Fed Ribeye Steaks - $12.99 (premium steak)

Plan decision: Ground beef, beef skewers, and chicken breast are the economical options for 4 nights. One premium night will use the salmon side as the least expensive premium item at $8.29 flat. All steak cuts are excluded.

Monday
Meal: Beef and Sweet Corn Skillet Tacos (Meat)
Description: Seasoned ground beef is browned with garlic and cumin, then piled into warm tortillas alongside charred mini sweet corn cut from the cob for a smoky, satisfying weeknight taco night. The corn adds natural sweetness and texture that balances the savory beef perfectly.
Sale items used: Wavy Ground Beef ($4.99), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn ($2.39 for 4-pack)
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: 1 package (approximately 1 lb) of ground beef divided across 4 people with 2 to 3 tacos each, 4 ears of mini corn total (1 per person), serve with pantry tortillas, cumin, garlic, and salsa
Recipes:
- Beef Tacos
- Tex Mex Tacos
- Ground Beef Tacos

Tuesday
Meal: Teriyaki Beef Skewer Rice Bowls (Meat)
Description: Marc Angelo teriyaki beef skewers are grilled or pan-seared until caramelized and lacquered, then sliced and served over fluffy white rice with a drizzle of the skewer marinade juices. A simple side of hummus and blue corn chips rounds out the plate with a creamy, savory contrast.
Sale items used: Marc Angelo Fresh Teriyaki Beef Skewers x2 ($3.39 x2 = $6.78), Simply Hummus ($2.59), Simply Nature Blue Corn or Multigrain Chips ($2.29)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 2 packages of skewers divided among 4 people (approximately 2 to 3 skewers each depending on package count), 1 cup dry rice per 2 people, hummus and chips served family-style as a side
Recipes:
- Teriyaki Beef Skewers
- Easy Beef Teriyaki Bowls
- Teriyaki Beef Rice Bowls

Wednesday
Meal: Herb-Roasted Organic Chicken Breast with Corn (Meat)
Description: Organic chicken breasts are rubbed with olive oil, garlic, paprika, and dried herbs then roasted until golden and juicy, served alongside oven-roasted mini sweet corn brushed with olive oil and a pinch of chili flake. This is a clean, classic roast dinner that lets the quality of the organic chicken shine.
Sale items used: Fresh Organic Chicken Breast ($4.99/lb, 2 lbs), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn - second pack ($2.39 for 4-pack)
Prep time: 40 minutes
Serving note: 2 lbs of chicken breast yields approximately one 8 oz breast per person after trimming, 4 mini corn cobs roasted whole (1 per person), season with pantry olive oil, garlic, paprika, and dried thyme
Recipes:
- Honey Roasted Chicken Breasts
- Whole Roasted Chicken with Garlic, Lemon, and Herbs
- Ideal Roasted Chicken

Thursday
Meal: Garlic and Herb Salmon with Hummus and Veggie Plate (Dairy-Free Meat-Adjacent - Fish)
Description: A fresh salmon side is portioned into 4 fillets, pan-seared in olive oil with garlic and lemon until the skin is crisp and the flesh is just cooked through, then plated alongside a generous scoop of creamy hummus and blue corn multigrain chips for dipping. This is the one premium protein night of the week, and the salmon side at $8.29 delivers impressive value for a restaurant-quality dinner at home.
Sale items used: Fresh Salmon Side ($8.29), Simply Hummus ($2.59), Simply Nature Blue Corn or Multigrain Chips ($2.29)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: 1 salmon side portioned into 4 equal fillets (approximately 5 to 6 oz each depending on total side weight), 1 container hummus served family-style, 1 bag chips shared among 4 people, finish fish with pantry olive oil, garlic, and lemon
Recipes:
- Hummus-Topped Salmon
- Lemon Herb Salmon
- Mediterranean Salmon Bowl with Hummus and Quick Greek Salad

Friday
Meal: Ground Beef and Corn Fried Rice (Meat)
Description: A second package of ground beef is crumbled and stir-fried with day-old rice, mini sweet corn kernels, scallions, soy sauce, and sesame oil for a hearty one-pan Friday dinner that feels indulgent but costs almost nothing. The crispy rice bits and sweet corn kernels scattered throughout make every bite interesting and satisfying.
Sale items used: Wavy Ground Beef ($4.99), Bagged Mini Sweet Corn - third pack ($2.39 for 4-pack)
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: 1 package ground beef (approximately 1 lb) stir-fried with 3 cups cooked leftover or freshly made rice, kernels cut from 4 mini corn cobs, divided evenly into 4 large bowls; pantry soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and scallions needed
Recipes:
- Easy Ground Beef Fried Rice Recipe
- Kosher Fried Rice
- Beef Fried Rice

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Wavy Ground Beef x2 packages (Monday + Friday): $9.98
- Marc Angelo Fresh Teriyaki Beef Skewers x2 packages (Tuesday): $6.78
- Fresh Organic Chicken Breast, approximately 2 lbs (Wednesday): $9.98
- Fresh Salmon Side x1 (Thursday): $8.29
- Bagged Mini Sweet Corn x3 packs (Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 4 ears each): $7.17
- Simply Hummus x2 containers (Tuesday + Thursday): $5.18
- Simply Nature Blue Corn or Multigrain Chips x2 bags (Tuesday + Thursday): $4.58

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil (Wednesday roast and Thursday fish)
- Garlic (all nights)
- Cumin and chili powder (Monday tacos)
- Paprika and dried thyme (Wednesday roast)
- Flour or corn tortillas (Monday tacos)
- Long-grain white rice (Tuesday bowls and Friday fried rice)
- Soy sauce and sesame oil (Friday fried rice)
- Scallions (Friday fried rice)
- Lemon (Thursday salmon)
- Salt and black pepper (all nights)