Here are what kinds of foods you should pick:
- Compact in size and lightweight
- Have a lengthy storage life
- After it’s been opened, it has a long shelf life
- Simple to prepare
- Cooking time is minimal or non-existent.
Jerky
Jerky is typically found in military field rations due to its lightweight, long shelf life, and high nutritional content. You may make your own jerky or purchase it from a supermarket aisle.
Here is how to make jerky the fastest way.
Instant Ramen
Instant ramen is pre-packed, lightweight, and requires only hot water to cook. They come in a variety of tastes and may be prepared in under 3 minutes. When purchasing instant ramen for your MREs, consider those that come in plastic packets rather than cups for easy packaging.
Energy Bars
Commercially accessible high-energy food bars, such as protein, granola, or muesli bars, are available in supermarkets, but they can also be made at home. They can give you a lift and keep you from collapsing during physically strenuous activities.
Oats
Oats are a good source of fiber and minerals, in addition to having a long shelf life. They come in various shapes and sizes (steel-cut, rolled, instant), and while their cooking times, texture, and flavor varied, their nutritional contents are similar.
Hardtack
Hardtack is another great food that lasts a long time, sometimes over 100 years, and can be potentially nutritious. Here is how to make hardtack.
If you haven’t already, check out our article on the best survival food list with all the best foods, you should hoard.
I live alone with an out-of-this-world busy schedule, and I also have a particular preference in flavor. This guide on how to make homemade MRE is a great reference to have! I’m going to give it a try!
This seems pretty easy. Thanks for the great content.