Quick, cheap and easy motorhome meals
Cooking in a motorhome can be challenging especially as you are not blessed with kitchen storage for ingredients or worktop space for preparation.
Here are five easy meals that you can whip up in a motorhome using minimal equipment and ingredients:
Easy meals to cook in a motorhome
1. One-Pot Pasta
- Ingredients: Pasta, tinned tomatoes, garlic, onion, olive oil, mixed herbs, cheese (optional).
- Instructions: Sauté chopped onions and garlic in olive oil. Add tinned tomatoes and mixed herbs. Stir in uncooked pasta and cover with water. Let it simmer until the pasta is cooked and the sauce has thickened. Sprinkle with cheese before serving.
2. Stir-Fried Veggies with Noodles
- Ingredients: Pre-cooked noodles, mixed vegetables (fresh or frozen), soy sauce, garlic, ginger.
- Instructions: Heat a bit of oil in a pan and add minced garlic and ginger. Toss in the vegetables and stir-fry until cooked. Add the noodles and a splash of soy sauce, stir until everything is well mixed and heated through.
3. Omelette with Fillings
- Ingredients: Eggs, cheese, ham, onions, peppers, tomatoes.
- Instructions: Beat the eggs and pour into a heated, greased pan. Add your choice of fillings like cheese, ham, and vegetables. Cook until the eggs are set, fold the omelette, and serve.
4. Bean and Cheese Quesadillas
- Ingredients: Tortillas, tinned beans (like black or kidney beans), cheese, salsa.
- Instructions: Spread beans and cheese on a tortilla, top with salsa, and cover with another tortilla. Cook in a dry pan over medium heat until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown. Flip to cook the other side.
5. Chilli Con Carne
- Ingredients: Minced beef (or a vegetarian substitute), onion, garlic, tinned tomatoes, tinned kidney beans, chilli powder, cumin.
- Instructions: Brown the minced beef in a pan with chopped onions and garlic. Add tinned tomatoes, kidney beans, chilli powder, and cumin. Simmer for 15-20 minutes. Serve with rice or crusty bread.
These meals are simple to make and require only basic kitchen equipment, making them perfect for motorhome cooking.
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Tips for Motorhome Cooking
- Stock Up on Basics: Keep a pantry of essentials like pasta, rice, tinned beans, spices, and olive oil. These basics can form the foundation of many meals.
- Use Multi-Purpose Tools: A good-quality knife, a pot, a frying pan, and a spatula are often all you need. Consider collapsible or multi-functional kitchenware to save space.
- Plan Ahead: Before setting off, plan your meals for the trip. This helps ensure you have all the ingredients you need and prevents food waste.
- Embrace Convenience Foods: Pre-cooked items like tinned beans, ready-made sauces, and instant noodles can be lifesavers when you want a meal with minimal prep.
- Consider Storage: Space in a motorhome is limited, so pack ingredients and tools strategically. Use stackable containers, and try to avoid bulky packaging.
Cooking in a motorhome doesn’t have to be complicated. With a bit of creativity and planning, you can enjoy delicious, easy meals on the road without the hassle.
