Sesame Noodles (Backpacker’s Recipe)
One-pot Asian noodles recipe for backpacking or camping. Inspired by the recipe on TrailRecipes.com
Ingredients
Baggie 1
- ½ c. dried diced carrots
- ¼ c. dried green peas
Baggie 2
- 8 oz. thin spaghetti or angel hair*
Leak-proof container
- 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce*
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp rice wine vinegar
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes**
- ¼ tsp granulated garlic
- ¼ tsp brown sugar
On its own
- 5-7 oz. cooked chicken can or packet(s)
Instructions
At home:
- Place ingredients in specified bags/containers. Don’t forget to bring along the chicken! Also note the time needed to cook the spaghetti and write it on the bag.
In camp:
- Place about 6c. of water (no need to measure) in a pot. Add contents of Baggie 1 (veggies). Bring to a boil; then add contents of Baggie 2 (pasta). Cook according to the directions you wrote on the spaghetti bag or until desired doneness. Drain off the water.
- Add the chicken (no need to drain) and contents of the leak-proof container. Toss well before enjoying!
- *Gluten-free for GF version
- **Add more for additional kick
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Notes
Note 1:
This feeds 2 larger appetites. Feel free to cut it in half for a solo meal. Note 2:
If you’re backpacking and trying to conserve time/water, pre-cook the spaghetti at home. Dehydrate and place in a gallon zippered bag (like zip-loc) along with the dried veggies. In camp, pour enough hot water into the bag to cover the noodles. Wrap in a hat, jacket, or cozy and allow to soak for 15 minutes or so. Drain off any extra water, toss with sauce and chicken, and enjoy!
This feeds 2 larger appetites. Feel free to cut it in half for a solo meal. Note 2:
If you’re backpacking and trying to conserve time/water, pre-cook the spaghetti at home. Dehydrate and place in a gallon zippered bag (like zip-loc) along with the dried veggies. In camp, pour enough hot water into the bag to cover the noodles. Wrap in a hat, jacket, or cozy and allow to soak for 15 minutes or so. Drain off any extra water, toss with sauce and chicken, and enjoy!
