Quick Dehydrated Meals! || Prepper Food made in Your Own Kitchen || DIY Camping Food!

[@cassamoroll]

ive been watching thruhikers and i’m addicted to dehydrated videos LMAAOO

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Dehydrating is awesome! I love it! 😉

[@c.j.6019]

I have been as well but I wanted to look for meals with meat.

[@fionastewart4748]

Omg I am addicted too. I don't even have a dehydrator!

[@KendallFalk]

Me too lol 😂

[@ShelleyhitzTV]

Same 😂

[@CitizenKate]

These are great recipe ideas, I'm definitely going to try them! One thing I want to mention is, when I used to brown my ground beef in a skillet before dehydrating, I was not very impressed with how poorly it re-hydrates. There is something about caramelizing the meat that prevents it from returning to the same tender texture it had prior to dehydration. Now I boil my ground beef in a stockpot full of water, rinse it with hot water, pat it dry, then dehydrate it. This method gives you dehydrated ground beef that re-hydrates more readily back to that softer texture.

[@LokiandBjorn]

So true! I have found this same thing! I ended up using my food processor to grind down the dehydrated meat that wouldn’t rehydrate and put it in a chili so it wasn’t wasted and tough. That caramelizing creates that outer seal so nothing can get back in.

[@SuziPoozi]

I watched videos from a couple of hikers that say to add some bread crumbs to the beef before drying it and it will hydrate normally

[@CitizenKate]

@@SuziPoozi Yes, I tried the bread crumbs. Boiling is better -- MUCH better.

[@ginaschelleman9011]

I’m a newbie to dehydrated food, so thank you for your clear instructions! Off to buy a dehydrator now!

[@Kmartyna9116]

OMG new delicious recipies to try😊 great video and explanation

[@frugalmum7943]

I have that same dehydrator :) I brought it late last year after years of saving and researching. I would definitely recommend it as an investment. Buy 'out of date' - older model if budget is an issue, I did and I'm so glad to be able to upgrade from cheap dehydrators which would last under a year and I didn't feel safe using them for meat.

[@jchai1343]

I have the same dehydrator and love it ,had a round one did not like the hole in the middle can get more on the square one

[@richarddsouza7761]

Thank you so much. I'm newer to backcountry camping where weight counts and the clarity of your video is great!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Thank you!

[@susanscully9523]

Wow, Tina, I love this video.....more please!

[@sepphofer4750]

This was excellent, all the detail I needed and all questions answered. Thank you

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Glad it was helpful!

[@marko4990]

Than you so much for your video and the recipes in the description. Can't wait to try them.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

You are so welcome!☺️ Thanks for stopping by!

[@poodleprofessor]

I do my camping meals exactly like this. Very easy and good.

[@sarahdenkins3431]

Your videos are amazing, I've only seen just one or two. But, everybody else was freaking out of 4Patriots, and now we know how to do it on our own.

[@sarahdenkins3431]

I am so happy to follow you!!

[@MissMichoS]

Great recipes, and I could listen to you all day.

[@nessavee2205]

I love this! Thank you for sharing. These would be great for backpacking trips! Nice and lightweight as well as healthy and full of good energy!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

You’re so welcome! Thanks for commenting! Aren’t these cool lil meals? So easy to make and really convenient too! 😍

[@nessavee2205]

@@HomeFreeAlaska So cool!! I just purchased a dehydrator last year to make beef jerky and am just now finding that it can be used for SO Much more!! Thanks again! Your channel puts out great content!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

@@nessavee2205 thank you SO much! 😊

[@dutchgram3799]

Thank you for sharing this. I will be making these meals.

[@bettyadkisson1681]

Thank you for sharing it helps me a lot. I sure will be making some of them to have on hand.

[@charleslynn3921]

Thank you for some good ideas for hiking food lot better than the mountain houses

[@mchangmi]

Thank you so much! I'm going to try this but using an oven (since that's what I have on hand at the moment). Loved your video; greetings from southern California.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hello Monica! I was born & raised in CA! 😊 Thanks for watching my video. 😉

[@rogerschaeffer2545]

The dehrydated chicken and ground beef look awesome. I have bought and used TVP for yrs. I rehydate it in chicken,beef or veg broth for using in meals[chili is a fav] with the sky high price of meat I find buying and using TVP is a very nutrious and cost saving alternative to meat? I am also a apartment survial disaster prepper and TVP has a very long shelve life. Great for making diy camping meals?

[@jeanierussell201]

Thé recipes sound great. I have a Cosori and I love it. I bought it because it is so quiet. The only negative is the music, I think something soothing would be better, especially when it gets loud when you aren’t talking. You did a great job.

[@lynnritchie59]

I'm backpacking in September...this will be great for meals on the track...thank you😊

[@jchai1343]

Omg I tried your curry recipe and it isoooo good ,I didn’t have the curry you had so I used madras curry ,I took a little out of my dehydrated mix ,made up the spice you said put it in a lil bowl scooped half of it out and boiled up enough water just to cover put on stove in pot boiled the water out of it added spices omg it was so good I could only give my husband one spoonful ,but I’m the curry person in our house and I love curry anyway ,I will make him some when we go camping he really liked it too,I was just testing it and it gets a big 10/10 from me ,I just hope it stores well I also haven’t got the chicken so I’m definitely going to try it with chicken and it’s also yummy without great extra staple to have dehydrated!!

[@blackdogbite]

Well a couple of comments. Thanks for the video. Good to see the ideas getting out there If folks are going to use 150F temp, that's going to preclude a LOT of the dehydrators out there. I have found if you can get 130F on your machine, you are fine. I think there's a bit too much fuss about removing the grease from meat. Keep in mind, the fats are where the flavor is. I have found that the rinsing in hot water process is not worth it. Just get a low fat lean burger mix, use a paper towel in the frying pan to get any fat you do see... and call it good. And lastly, go ahead and season the meat with salt and pepper when you're browning it. The seasoning will bind with the fats and "soak into" the meat. It's a pretty different taste sensation when you just add salt to a dried mix instead of salting the meat. I have made meals where the ingredients, like beef or turkey, vegetables, pasta, whatever... are all dehydrated first and then mixed when dry. There's some logic to this, but I have found that the meals taste better when all the flavors and textures bond together during a normal cooking process. You like how the meal tastes when you cook it? Good. That's what you got. However, big chunks of food won't work... and you should definitely add more spices than you normally would because dehydrating will "kill" some of the flavors.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Thanks for watching!😉

[@o1420]

That was good info! Gonna give it try❤ ty😊

[@Tactical_Equine_Attack_Unit]

Great stuff, thanks!

[@poolfool9219]

this was fantastic.. thank you so much

[@fernwood]

Love it! I’m just starting out with a dehydrator, and will try these first!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Thank you so much! This is a great place to start, very easy to make & they’re delicious! 😉

[@ruthhidalgo2571]

I like these

[@nicholasgonzalez2827]

You’re a life saver! Thank you. Backpack hunt here we go

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Awesome! So glad you liked the video! 😊

[@rosedolch8637]

I am very new to dehydrating and just watched how to dehydrate carrots.. She chopped and drhydrated and then put it in a jar and then said you have to turn the jar over every day for a week to check for any moisture or mold. I was wondering if you have to do that with these meals too?? I would love to have these meals all prepped for days I dont feel well enough to cook

[@DebabrataAcharya93]

Hey, how long does the vacuum sealed dehydrated food last in terms of shelf life?

[@TheSuperAlbeee]

Question what do you do with the meals if you don’t use them for a long time?

[@Scrolling2024]

Could you make these and store them in mylar bags for long term storage?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Absolutely. Mylar bags are perfect!

[@Scrolling2024]

Yes!!! I know what I’m doing for the next few weeks ! Thank you 😊

[@SaltyPopcorn25]

How long can they be stored in the vacuumed seal please? Lovely video by the way

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

About 2 yrs Google says.😊

[@jamistokes5333]

How long do the meals last in storage and how long does the meat last in storage on its own? Thanks! Great video!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

They say 2 solid years. But we’ve kept things longer & it’s been just fine! Just have to check smell, texture etc., go with your gut.☺️

[@evanwilson5929]

Hello! What did you sauté your bell pepper and mushrooms in; oil? I’m just curious because of the rancid factor! Thanks!!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Nope just a couple TBS of water! 😉

[@nicoleeisenberg4081]

These look great! How long are they good for? The cream soup makes me nervous.. does it stay good long? Thanks

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

It does! “Google” says about 2 years.

[@kenperon7917]

how long will dehydrated meat and other foods keep in jars or in vac bags safely

[@melissamann2454]

Thank you for the video! Is 150g per meal per person or per 2 servings? Thank you

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

It kind of depends on how much you eat. But this is for 1-2 people.😊

[@gregeberhardt1711]

First video watched, Twas awesome, quick question though….how do theses rate vs those store bought ones? I assume better but want to check before doing. Thanks In Australia

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I couldn’t tell you friend because I’ve never bought them from the store, I always make my own.😊

[@Heidi914]

These recipes look great! You said 150 g per meal was that per serving, or for 2 servings you packaged ? Also I wanted to know if I add more than enough water to cover my ingredients to get a saucier recipe would that compromise the quality of my meal? Thank you

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

The whole package. Anytime you add more liquid it will dilute it so you may have to add more seasonings to get the flavor you want.☺️

[@mariewalker1755]

what do you add to the package that little pouch

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

They are oxygen absorbent packets.☺️

[@CaravanAdventuresNI]

Hi from Northern Ireland how long would these last on the shelf?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hello! It all depends on how you store them. But if vacuumed sealed correctly & stored in a dark place, they will last up to 2 yrs!

[@MarleneG.Christensen-xj2gv]

Thank you for a great video 👍🏻 Can i use homemade cream of chicken soup ?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Absolutely!

[@sonshinet4395]

PS I bought the Cosori and I also have a round Nesco

[@jamesramirez5276]

Yummy

[@MarleneG.Christensen-xj2gv]

The 2 tablespoon cheese is it total or pr portion ? And the same for the milk powder ?

[@ShelbyCheyka]

Do add a moisture absorber packet to the vacuum packed meals?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I do. You don’t have to but it doesn’t hurt, can only help so I always do.☺️

[@Damselfly54315]

Yes how long does your dehydrated meat stay shelf stable? I've canned mine, due to longer shelf life, but would LOVE to dehydrate some complete meals that are shelf stable but I dont have a freeze dryer, which I understand is how prepackaged soups are done from stores, ive never watched your channel before so just putting these out there, so many preppers say NOT to dehydrate meat that its too risky to go rancid or it doesn't stay shelf stable, I DO want long term storage that is off the grid, no power so its why I canned my meats, many say the meat tastes like real meet this way not dehydrated so I'm going to watch the rest of this video maybe some of the questions will be answered, I DO vacuum seal my jars of dehydrated foods, and if I use things out of them I re-vacseal them quickly... Thank you in advance, hope ppl don't think these questions are stupid, just trying for the first time to try to put dehydrated meals together, ive never done completely dehydrated meals before only separate foods, those I've done for years, but concerned about doing meats, I hate waste so I've canned all my meats so far

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hello! Technically per USDA safety guidelines, canned foods are only safe to consume up to one yr. But we all know that’s not always the case as we’ve safely eating home canned foods well over a yr old and been fine. Same goes for dehydrating. They say up to 1 yr. But again, we’ve eaten dehydrated foods over a yr old. In my opinion dehydrating meat is just as safe as canning it. And it still tastes delicious! 😊

[@soonerfrac4611]

Most vacuum bags are capable of boil-in-bag, so you can literally just pour the water into the bag, then set aside. Especially if you have a bag cozy made of Mylar bubble wrap insulation.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

@@soonerfrac4611 we don’t boil in bags as it’s been proven through studies that doing this can actually allow plastic to be leached into the food. Over time that’s not good for our bodies. We don’t mind washing a pan.😊

[@tucker2074]

Thankyou

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

You’re welcome! 😊

[@brendabaxter5060]

I’m a newbie too,but what is the little packet in the bottle and where do you get them

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hi Brenda they’re oxygen absorbent packets. I get them from Amazon. If you check out the video description, I’ve linked them there.☺️

[@Shely-eb1fq]

Hi.. I did click the link but there are two sizes in your storefront. What size do you recommend for these meals? Ty

[@richardyoder2772]

Since fat is not desirable for dehydration is it ok to sauté onion with a little EVOO? Or something else or nothing? Really want to try this!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I’m not 100% sure as Ive never done it! I wouldn’t want to steer you in the wrong direction. Definitely google that, I’m sure there’s a lot of info about it!😊

[@carolynwheeler7651]

You don’t need to sauté in oil. You can sauté just as well in a very little bit of water. You just keep adding very small amounts of water as needed during the sauté process.

[@meganbarrow9816]

How much water do you add to each meal to rehydrate it?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hi Megan, Just add your dehydrated meal to a pot or bowl & add just enough boiling water to cover the dehydrated mixture. Allow that to sit for 15 minutes to rehydrate! :)

[@bladedlady]

So can you season the mix instead of adding it to the dried mix?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I’m not sure, this is just the way I’ve always done it.

[@frugalmum7943]

Thankyou :)

[@wilmawood7616]

Looks delicious but how do you dehydrate the pepper mix?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hey Wilma! Can you clarify for me? I'm not sure what you mean. All the ingredients are mixed together and spread out on the dehydrator trays & then dehydrated. Or are you talking about the actual seasonings themselves? Let me know & I'll do my best to answer your question. :) Thanks for watching!

[@TheSemajshadow]

I hope my partner lets me get a dehydrator!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I hope so too! 😊 They’re wonderful!

[@Archer21344]

Great meal ideas. Do you know approximately how many callories, grams of fat and protein per each 150g serving

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Sorry I do not.😊

[@jchai1343]

I m making the curry and I feel that there is a lot of oil from the coconut milk ,will that not go rancid???

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Mine hasn’t!☺️

[@jchai1343]

@@HomeFreeAlaska and how do you store it does it go into a airtight bag in the freezer or just in a air tight jar ?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

@@jchai1343 we vacuum seal them & then keep all of our dehydrated meals in airtight 5 gallon buckets.☺️

[@gailreese4699]

How do you figure out how much water to add when cooking?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

You just cover the meal with water. I never have an exact measurement, just make sure it’s covered with hot boiling water.

[@gailreese4699]

Thank you.

[@jeffpeters4497]

I am new at dehydrating and was wondering if you have ever tried making a meal that you were going to eat and then dehydrating the left overs?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I’ve never tried that.☺️

[@sonshinet4395]

I just wanted to ask is your background in your old house in Washington or new in Alaska, is the food in the large jars freeze-dried or dehydrated? Do you freez dry any food or just strictly dehydrate? I am new to all. I am wanting to do some long term storage any suggestions>? PS love your video even the rants and agree same thing happened to me not in military but was in healthcare field. Hubby was Airforce.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hello, we don't live in WA. We love in VA...but only for 3 more months until we retire and move to Alaska :) But in this video...the background is in our home here in VA before we sold it. We're living in. temporary apartment until we leave for Alaska this fall. We have never freeze dried yet, only dehydrated. I'd like to get into freeze drying though once we're settled in Alaska. Thank you and your husband for your service to our country! :)

[@sonshinet4395]

Sorry about the mistake, and thank you guys for your service as well I certainly appreciate all the sacrifice. I usually can everything I make from scratch but I am starting to dehydrate for long term storage, but don't want to put it in glass jars, was wondering how long do you think that the spanish chicken and rice meal lasts in mylar in a 5 gallon bucket with o2 absorbers? also with the hb meat did you add a 1/2 cup bread crumbs when cooking, I saw a video that if you add the 1/2 cup bread crumbs it will keep the meat from being like gravel. I don't know havent tried but thought it was interesting. Thanks again and God bless you and yours. :0) sonshine. @@HomeFreeAlaska

[@mahinalealao283]

How much water do you add at 150 grams

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hello! For about 100-150 grams. In terms of rehydrating, I generally boil two cups of water for each meal and slowly pour it in. Usually, two cups does the trick, but sometimes I only need 1.5 cups, and I would rather add more later than for my meal to turn into soup! 😉

[@rimantasdanilevicius6754]

Thank you. You have used grams ^^

[@sarasutherland8013]

So what do you think is the maximum time these stay good for?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Well, internet says 2 yrs, but I think if they’re stored properly, possibly longer. I’m not 100% sure tho. It’s a matter of opinion most people say, same thing with canning. Some people stick to the hard rule of 1-2 yrs…others say 20 if they’re put up right.☺️

[@sierrahayes731]

How long is dehydrated hamburger and chicken good for ?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Google says up to two yrs! But we’ve kept them longer!🤷🏼‍♀️☺️

[@Neylena]

Do you need to carry a cooler with you? How long can you carry dehydrated meals with you?

[@paigetaylor9152]

No cooler, dehydrated meals will keep for years

[@C5Rose3]

Just curious why you don't add your seasonings to the mixture before dehydrating.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

You can if you’d like. I just prefer to add it at the end because the spices are already dehydrated basically so why re-dehydrate them with the mixture ya know?😊

[@susanwoodman2996]

love my excaliber

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Me too! 😊

[@oanairani41]

​@@HomeFreeAlaska I am new to dehydrating food. I used my ninja grill few times to dehydrate some fruit, but I would like to buy a dehydrator. The Excaliber is the one you recommend? Thank you for the video, will definitely follow your recommendations.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

@@oanairani41 yes, I have the Excalibur food dehydrator!😉

[@veevee3882]

How long can these be stored for ?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Internet says up to 2 yrs.😊

[@Heidi914]

Does 50 g of dehydrated meat equal 1 1b fresh meat?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I have no clue sorry, you’ll have to google that.

[@katiep2116]

Doesn't the cream of chicken have too much fat in it to properly dehydrate? I'm new to dehydrating and really want to make meals like this

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Not at all Katie! It turns out delicious! 😊

[@vmmiller1558]

I'm a single household so every ounce of food needs to be used. If I make a roast or something similar I either have to freeze it or eat it for days. Dehydrating is my option. Please share more details about using the soup (dairy?) Or coconut milk (oil). I don't want to risk anything getting rancid. Thanks for the help!!

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I’ve never had them go rancid. Of course they won’t last forever but we’ve kept ours for over 2 yrs without issue. They’re delicious!

[@cher93]

Awesome video.... so many nonsense misinformation video's out there saying you can dehydrate meat 🤣

[@cher93]

Yet they sell dehydrated meats LOL

[@AW-gh3yv]

DO NOT rinse your ground beef off in your sink. Putting all that grease down the drain can clog you pipes pretty badly. Just pat off with paper towels.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

I’ve never had an issue with this & it’s essential to get the fat off of the meat as it’ll cause the meals to go rancid. Patting with a paper towel will not remove the fat.

[@davidlillecrapp2960]

155 degrees! That's cooking temperature, I thought you wanted to dehydrate the meat, not cook it. Oh you mean 68 degrees Celsius not 311 degrees Fahrenheit (which is what 155 degrees Celsius is). Now I understand. The rest of planet Earth (ie not the US) doesn't understand nor do they ever use Fahrenheit.

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

Hey Mr. Grumpy pants…hope your day gets better!😂

[@soonerfrac4611]

Metric system, the French system specifically designed/adopted during their revolution to remove God. I think I’ll stick with that.

[@Charzander570]

How long will they store?

[@HomeFreeAlaska]

@@Charzander570 internet says like most dehydrated foods, they should be eaten within 2 yrs, personally we’ve kept them longer and they’ve tasted just fine & we didn’t die!🤣

[@Charzander570]

@@HomeFreeAlaska thanks 😊

[@Charzander570]

@@HomeFreeAlaska I thinking about storing leftovers dinner for emergency instead of throwing them away