How to Cook Delicious Rice While Camping
Rice is a staple food for many people, so it is not surprising that camping enthusiasts would want to know how to cook rice while camping. It may seem like a challenging task to cook something as delicate as rice while living in the woods, but it’s actually really easy! With the right supplies and some knowledge of how to do it, anyone can make delicious, fluffy rice while out in the wild.
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Gather the Right Supplies
Before you attempt any type of cooking while camping, it is important to have the right supplies. For cooking rice, you will need a pot with a tightly fitting lid, an alcohol stove and fuel, matches or a lighter, wooden spoon, and measuring cups. You will also need water, of course, and the rice itself. Depending on the number of people you are planning to feed, figure around 1/2 cup of dry rice per person.
Preparing the Food
First, measure out the correct amount of rice and add it to the pot. Then, measure out an equal amount of water to the pot. It is important to use the correct ratio of water to rice; if you don’t, it could result in watery or burnt rice. Once the pot has been filled with the correct amount of water and rice, place it on the stove and add fuel. Light the fuel, cover the pot with the lid, then let the rice cook until all of the water has been absorbed.
Monitor the Rice
Once the pot is cooking, it is important to keep an eye on it. Check the pot periodically to make sure that the rice isn’t burning or boiling over, and swirl the rice around with a wooden spoon every 10 minutes or so. This will evenly distribute the heat and help the rice cook more evenly. Once the water has been absorbed, turn the flame off, but keep the lid on to let the rice continue steaming until it is ready to be served.
Using an Alternative Cooking Method
If you don’t have access to an alcohol stove while camping, there is an easy and effective alternative. You can fill a pot with the correct ratio of rice to water then, place the pot in a fire pit with some hot coals. Cover the pot with some damp burlap bags, then place hot coals on top of the bags. This will slowly and evenly cook the rice until it is fully cooked. Once all the water has been absorbed, you can remove it from the fire and enjoy the delicious results.
Conclusion
Cooking rice on a camping trip doesn’t have to be difficult. With a little forethought and the right supplies, anyone can prepare delicious, fluffy rice while out in the wild. All you need is a pot, some fuel, measuring cups, water, and of course, the rice itself. Monitor the cooking process closely and experiment with alternative methods like the fire pit. After a few tries, you’ll be a pro in no time.