We list the fastest ways to prepare Yumbini on the label. But in truth, there are many more! And they are all EASY! Take a look:
Microwave
Making Yumbini in the microwave is so easy, even kids can do it (with proper training of course)! Empty the pouch into a bowl, add water, microwave 2-3 minutes (until boiling), and wait 3 minutes.
Read more here about making your kid’s Yumbini-making experience a positive one.
And if you don’t like using the microwave, read on! There are plenty of other choices to choose from.
stovetop
Making Yumbini on the stovetop is similar. Empty the pouch into a small pot. Add water and heat until boiling.
Remember you do not have to keep boiling. Once it boils, turn it off and wait three minutes.
We won’t judge if you then just devour it directly from the pot!
Barbecue
Yumbini is easy to make on the barbecue! Just combine the Yumbini and water in a small pot and set it to the side of the grill.
You can leave it there to heat up and rehydrate while everything else is cooking. If it boils, take it off the heat or move to a cooler place on the grill.
Add a little extra water if it starts to look dry. It will be tasty and ready when you are!
campfire
If you are lucky enough to be camping somewhere open flame is permitted, you can cook Yumbini over a campfire.
This is pretty much like on the stovetop or barbecue. Just mix with water (remember you can measure cold water in the empty pouch) and heat it up! If it starts to boil, take it off the fire and wait 3 minutes.
Or, let it sit in the coals and simmer slowly until you are so hungry you can’t stand it anymore! (Relax, it doesn’t take long!)
Add Boiling Water
Yes, you can make Yumbini by adding boiling water! it just takes a little longer. And please don’t try to measure boiling water in the empty pouch! The Yumbini pouch is not heat-proof! (See FAQs to learn why.)
Measure the water in a glass measuring cup and pour over the Yumbini in a heat-proof bowl. Or, measure the boiling water first, and empty the dry Yumbini on top. (Hint: make the whole thing in a 2 cup measuring cup!)
Cover, and wait 15-20 minutes to rehydrate.
in a Thermos
Similar to the boiling water method, you can make Yumbini in a thermos. Put it together in the morning and it will be hot and waiting for you at lunchtime. Great for hiking, backpacking or workplace lunch!
It’s easy! Combine Yumbini with 3/4 cup boiling water in a thermos and screw on the top! The insulated container will keep “hot foods hot” for several hours. So you don’t have to worry about giving yourself food poisoning!
Read this story of how May used the thermos method to save herself from junk food at the CA State Fair!
Portable camp stove
A favorite of campers, hikers and backpackers everywhere! (Including Mianda Goes Outside!)
Pour the Yumbini into the pot. Measure the amount of water needed in the empty pouch, and add. Heat to boiling, turn off the stove, wait three minutes and you are ready to eat!
Try Yumbini wrapped in a tortilla or with any of our long list of other accompaniments.
Skip doing the dishes and make Miranda’s “leftover soup” to clean everything up!
Cold Soak
As a food scientist and stickler for food safety, I can’t officially recommend cold soaking. That’s because I worry about things growing in food sitting at room temperature for long periods.
BUT, that said, Yumbini does cold soak quite well. Just be quick and sanitary about it!
Don’t let it cold soak longer than one hour and be sure to thoroughly clean and DRY your soaking container between meals (remember bacteria need water to grow).
This article about cold soaking has some helpful tips and guidelines. And this one features Yumbini!
For other ideas on how to enjoy Yumbini, check out our Recipes page, The Easiest Thing to Eat for Lunch, Camping and Backpacking Meals Made Easy, and Best Meals for Backpacking and Camping.
