Dinner: Beans and Rice with Onion
This combination of ingredients yields a nutritious and energy-dense meal that's ideal for replenishing after physical exertion. Beans are a great source of protein and fiber, rice provides carbohydrates for energy, and onions add flavor as well as additional nutrients. Butter enriches the dish with fats, making it more calorically dense and satisfying. This meal requires a bit more preparation than the previous ones but is still relatively simple to cook with a portable stove.
Ingredients:
1 cup rice (preferably quick-cooking or instant rice)
1 can beans (e.g., black beans or kidney beans), drained and rinsed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
Salt to taste
2 cups water (for the rice)
Instructions:
Start by heating the butter in a pot over your portable stove. Add the chopped onions and a pinch of salt, sautéing until the onions are translucent and slightly golden.
Add the rice to the pot, stirring to coat the grains with butter and mixed well with the onion.
Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and cover the pot. Let the rice simmer according to the package instructions, usually about 10-15 minutes for quick-cooking rice.
When the rice is almost done, stir in the canned beans. Cover again and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until both the rice and beans are heated through.
Adjust the seasoning with salt to your taste before serving.
Difficulty: Moderate
This meal involves a bit more preparation and cooking time than simpler snacks or couscous dishes. However, it's still manageable with basic cooking skills, especially when using quick-cooking rice and canned beans to reduce cooking time.
Weight Level: Moderate
Practicality: Moderate
