Pantry Essentials Cheat Sheet

Core Dry

• Long-grain rice, pasta, rolled oats, all-purpose flour
• Chickpeas, black beans, lentils
• Panko, breadcrumbs

Oils & Sauces

• Olive oil, neutral oil
• Soy sauce, fish sauce, rice vinegar
• Dijon, honey/maple, hot sauce

Flavor Bases

• Garlic, onions, fresh ginger (freeze peeled knobs), lemons
• Tomato paste, canned tomatoes, coconut milk
• Stock concentrate or boxed broth

Baking/Spice

• Baking powder/soda, cocoa powder
• Brown sugar, granulated sugar
• Smoked paprika, cumin, chili flakes, oregano, thyme

Quick Upgrades

• Miso paste, sesame oil, tahini
• Parmesan wedge, Greek yogurt
• Frozen veg (broccoli, spinach, peas)

Fit/Skip Notes

• Fit: small kitchens, budget-friendly stocking.
• Skip: deep sauces you won’t use monthly; buy small first.

Rotation Habit

• Refill once/month; freeze half-used aromatics (ginger/peppers).