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When it comes to camping, food plays a vital role in enhancing the overall experience. While traditional camping favourites like hot dogs and s’mores are always enjoyable, why not elevate your camping culinary adventures with some unique and delicious recipes?
In this article, we’ve curated fifteen mouthwatering camping recipes that will add a flavourful twist to your outdoor cooking. From breakfast delights to satisfying dinners and tempting desserts, these recipes are designed to ignite your taste buds and leave you craving for more. So, grab your cooking gear, prepare your appetite, and get ready to savour the flavours of the wilderness!
Breakfasts
Campfire Breakfast Burritos:
Fill tortillas with scrambled eggs, cooked bacon, turkey, ham or sausage, diced bell peppers, onions, and shredded cheese. Wrap them in foil and warm them on the grill until the cheese melts and the tortillas are slightly crispy.
Campfire Cinnamon Rolls:
Using pre-made cinnamon roll dough, wrap it around a skewer or a place them in a dutch oven and cook it over the campfire until golden brown and cooked through. Glaze with the accompanying frosting, and you have warm, gooey cinnamon rolls to kick-start your day in the great outdoors.
Dinners & Lunches
Dutch Oven Pizza:
Roll out store-bought pizza dough and place it in a preheated Dutch oven. Top with sauce, cheese, and your favourite toppings. Cover the Dutch oven and place it on the campfire or use charcoal briquettes for even heat distribution. Cook until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. Enjoy a piping hot pizza in the great outdoors.
Campfire Nachos:
Layer tortilla chips, cheese, black beans, diced tomatoes, jalapenos, and any other desired toppings in a cast-iron skillet. Place the skillet over the campfire or on a grill until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for a satisfying snack or appetizer.
Campfire Mac and Cheese:
Cook macaroni in a pot, then add cheese, milk, butter, and any desired mix-ins like cooked bacon or diced tomatoes. Stir until the cheese melts, and you have a comforting campfire meal that will please both kids and adults alike.
Campfire Paella:
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook rice with chicken or seafood, saffron, bell peppers, onions, peas, and broth. Place the skillet over the campfire or on a grill, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked and the flavours have melded together. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve this Spanish delight to your camping companions.
Campfire Corn on the Cob:
Slather the corn with a savoury garlic butter or sprinkle it with your favourite seasonings. The fire’s heat will char the corn to perfection, imparting a deliciously smoky flavour that will make it a standout side dish.
Camping French Fries:
Use traditional potatoes and oil for your fries, or for a healthier and flavourful alternative, try making them with sweet potato. Slice sweet potatoes into fry shapes and toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and your favourite spices. Grill them until they are crispy and slightly charred. Enjoy these delectable fries as a side dish or a snack.
Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms:
Fill the mushrooms with a delectable mixture of cheese, breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices, then grill them to perfection. The result is a hearty and flavourful dish that will impress even the most dedicated carnivores.
Grilled Honey Lime Chicken Skewers:
Marinate chicken chunks in a mixture of honey, lime juice, garlic, and spices. Skewer the chicken and grill them over the campfire until they are cooked through and slightly charred. Enjoy the succulent flavours of the grilled chicken with a zesty kick.
Foil Packet Asian Stir-Fry:
Toss thinly sliced chicken or beef, along with bell peppers, snap peas, carrots, and your favourite Asian sauces, in a foil packet. Cook it over the fire until the meat is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Serve it with rice or noodles for a satisfying camping dinner.
Foil Packet Lemon Garlic Shrimp:
Place raw shrimp in a foil packet and season with minced garlic, lemon juice, butter, salt, and pepper. Seal the packet tightly and cook it over the campfire or on a grill until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Serve over rice or with a fresh salad for a delightful seafood feast.
Desserts
Grilled Banana Boats:
Slit a banana lengthwise (with the peel intact) and stuff it with chocolate chips, marshmallows, and crushed graham crackers. Wrap it in foil and grill it over the campfire until the banana is soft and the fillings are gooey. Unwrap and dive into this delicious dessert.
Campfire Apple Crisp:
Mix sliced apples with cinnamon, brown sugar, and a touch of lemon juice, and top it with a buttery oat crumble. Wrap the mixture in foil and place it on the campfire to cook until the apples are tender and the topping is golden and crispy. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful camping dessert.
Grilled Pineapple with Honey and Cinnamon:
Grill slices of fresh pineapple over the campfire. The heat will caramelize the natural sugars, creating a delightful sweetness. Drizzle the pineapple with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon for an extra burst of flavour.
Camping is not just about roughing it; it’s an opportunity to expand your culinary horizons and enjoy delicious meals in the great outdoors. These fifteen unique camping recipes will elevate your camping menu and make your outdoor cooking experience a memorable one. From campfire nachos to grilled sweet potato fries, and from foil packet lemon garlic shrimp to campfire cinnamon rolls, there’s something to satisfy every craving. So, pack your ingredients, fire up the campfire, and treat yourself and your camping companions to a culinary adventure under the open sky.
Happy cooking and happy camping!