Trail meals
Ramen Bombs Hiker Meal
A quick, hearty trail meal: instant ramen cooked in a pot and stirred together with a pouch of Dottie Soup.
This hiker meal combines the convenience and flavor of Dottie Soups with classic ramen noodles, creating a filling and comforting dish ideal for outdoor adventures. Whether you’re camping, backpacking or hiking, it is easy to prepare with minimal equipment.
Method
- Bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil in your pot using your portable stove or campfire.
- Add the ramen noodles to the boiling water. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the noodles are soft.
- Stir in the Dottie Soup packet. Mix well to dissolve the soup powder or paste.
- If desired, chef it up with dehydrated vegetables, jerky or a boiled egg.
- Simmer for 1–2 more minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add hot sauce or green onions for a kick.
- Serve hot and enjoy your nourishing hiker meal!
Trail tips
- Pre-mix your soup and ramen (without its flavor packet) in a zip-lock bag to save time.
- Use a thermal mug to keep your meal hot longer, especially in cold weather.
- Customize the recipe by experimenting with different soup flavors and ramen types.
Two ways to make it
- Ramen bombs: use 1 ramen pack, without the flavor packet, with 2 cups of water and one Dottie Soup single (Tomato Bisque, Cream Spinach or Onion Parmesan).
- Rice or couscous bombs: use 1 cup instant rice or couscous in 2 cups of water with one Dottie Soup single.
- Protein options in shelf-stable pouches or foil packs: chicken, freeze-dried beef, salmon, tuna or Sloppy Joe (StarKist).
- Chef it up: add 1–2 Tbsp olive oil for more calories and a saucy rather than pasty finish.
Source: Dottie Foods recipe card (original PDF). Download the original card. Brand names are as written on the card.
