BE it a quick day trip or a multi-day trek, meal planning is important so that your trip does not become an outdoor torture feast.
Meals that are nourishing and enjoyable after a long day on the trail are obviously the best choice but weight, portability and preparation time need to be taken into consideration too.
Outdoor meal choices in Malaysia have come a long way from the days of instant noodles, rice and canned sardines. So, here are five meal ideas for your next trekking adventure.
1. INSTANT PASTA
Inexpensive, lightweight and easy to prepare in the outdoors, instant ramen or noodles such as has long been a staple for hiking and trekking trips. But now, hikers can enjoy pasta meals in the outdoors.
Introduced by Nestlé Malaysia last year are Pazzta, a quick-cook pasta made with 100% semolina wheat. With a cooking time of only five minutes and weighing 70grams per packet, Maggi Pazzta comes in two choices of Cheese Macaroni and Mushroom Penne.
2. FLATBREAD
Normal bread loaf tends to get squashed into mush when packed inside a hiking bag. This makes flatbreads or wraps are more suitable for outdoor trips. Packed in a resealable package, ready to eat Gardenia's roll-up wrap or Mission's wrap is a versatile choice. Spread with jam or peanut butter for breakfast at the campsite or tuna for a light lunch while resting on the trail, the roll-up wrap makes for a filling treat and is available in normal wholemeal and garlic.
3. RATION BARS
Packed with nutrition and calories and weighing only 35 grams per bar, the Hutan Ration bar is the lightest choice in our list and makes for a good energy boosting snack when taking a rest on the trail. The Hutan Ration is gaining popularity amongst local athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, sports and fitness community. Made with superfood ingredients without preservatives, additives, colouring and sugar, the ration bars are also a good choice for the
health conscious.
4. SELF-HEATING MEAL
First introduced in 2017, Kembara is a popular choice for Malaysian outdoor lovers looking for meals that can be prepared almost anywhere. The meal is packed with a self heating feature that only needs any liquid to heat itself. Without the need for a camping stove or fire, hikers can almost immediately enjoy tasty local flavours of either Beef Rendang with Pilaf Rice or Chicken Masak Merah with Tomato Rice while out on their adventure. Supplied in the package as well is a cutlery and plate set, making the Kembara meal an all-in-one outdoor meal choice.
5. RETORT POUCH
Brahim's is an established brand specialising in ready made meals and ready-to-eat cooking sauces and is known as a supplier of military rations due in part to the unique features of its retort pouch products. Using the same retort technology, Brahim's has tapped into the commercial market of active individuals and outdoor enthusiasts with its Adventure Meal Packs and One Meal sets. With a shelf life of up to 24 months, the durable food pouches can be reheated in hot water or by a heating pad, making preparation conveniently short.
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