1. What is Back Country Cuisine?
Back Country Cuisine offers freeze-dried meals designed for outdoor adventures like hiking, camping, and backpacking. These lightweight, easy-to-prepare meals provide a convenient way to enjoy nutritious food on the go.
2. Where are Back Country Cuisine meals made?
All Back Country Cuisine meals are produced in Invercargill, one of the southernmost cities in the world, located at the bottom of New Zealand.
3. Top 5 Back Country Cuisine Freeze-Dried Meals
- Roast Lamb and Vegetable meal
- Berry Smoothie
- Honey Soy Chicken meal
- Cooked Breakfast
- Spaghetti Bolognaise
4. How long do Back Country Cuisine meals last?
Back Country Cuisine meals come with a best-before date of 4 years to ensure maximum flavor and quality. After 5 years, the flavor may weaken, but the meals are still safe to eat.
5. How do I prepare Back Country Cuisine meals?
Simply add hot water directly to the meal pouch, stir, seal, and wait for about 10 minutes. The food rehydrates and is ready to eat straight from the pouch, making it ideal for outdoor use.
6. How quickly do I need to rehydrate the freeze-dried meal after the bag is opened?
Once the bag is opened, you should rehydrate the meal within three days, even if the bag has been resealed using the built-in zip-lock.
7. Are Back Country Cuisine meals suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, Back Country Cuisine offers vegetarian and vegan meal options. Check the product labels or our website for a full list of dietary options.
8. Are Back Country Cuisine meals lightweight?
Yes, the freeze-drying process removes moisture, making the meals lightweight and easy to pack. This is ideal for hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities where reducing weight is essential.
9. Can I rehydrate meals with cold water?
While hot water is recommended for best results, you can rehydrate the meals with cold water in an emergency. However, it will take longer for the food to rehydrate.
For more details, visit the official FAQ page at Back Country Cuisine FAQs.
