How Do You Make a Backpacking Meal With a Dehydrator?

By Michael Ferguson

Backpacking meals are a great way to enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal while on the go. Preparing them can be time consuming and tedious, but with the help of a dehydrator, you can make your own backpacking meals quickly and easily.

The first step in making a backpacking meal with a dehydrator is to decide what type of meal you would like to make. Most meals involve some type of grain, protein, vegetables and seasonings. You can use any combination of these ingredients that you prefer. Once you have decided on your ingredients, it is time to start prepping them for dehydration.

Many grains such as rice, quinoa, and oats can be cooked prior to being put in the dehydrator. This will ensure that they are fully cooked before being dried out.

Proteins such as beans or lentils should also be cooked before being added to the dehydrator. Vegetables should be washed and chopped into small pieces so that they will dry quickly in the dehydrator. Finally, seasonings such as salt and pepper should be added to give your meal more flavor.

Once all the ingredients are prepped it is time to put them into the dehydrator. Make sure that all of your ingredients are spread out evenly on the trays so that everything will dry at an even rate. Depending on what type of food you are dehydrating, it could take anywhere from 4-12 hours for everything to be finished.

Once everything has been sufficiently dried out, it is time to package up your meal for backpacking trips! Place each component of your meal into their own airtight containers or bags so that they stay fresh while travelling. Be sure not to include any liquids or oils when packing as these will spoil quickly when exposed to warm temperatures.

Conclusion:

Making backpacking meals with a dehydrator is an easy way to create delicious and nutritious meals for outdoor adventures without spending hours preparing them! All you need is some grains, proteins, vegetables and seasonings along with a few airtight containers or bags and you’re good to go!