Yumbini is perfect for an easy meal when you are too tired or too busy to cook, and want something healthy. But what about making it for the whole family, or the whole camping trip? Here’s how you can use Yumbini to feed a crowd in minutes!
Make two bags at the same time
When I make Yumbini for in-store tastings, I use a 4-cup measuring cup. Fill 1.5 cups of water, then add 2 packages of Yumbini and microwave for 6 minutes. Our microwave is pretty weak so a stronger one could bring everything to a boil faster. You can also heat the Yumbini and water to boiling on the stove. Either way, remove from heat and wait 3 minutes for the water to soak up.
Use boiling water
You can make Yumbini by just adding boiling water, but it takes a little longer to rehydrate. With this method, pour the desired number of packages of Yumbini into a container like a flat bowl or pan, add the required amount of boiling water, cover and wait 15-20 minutes.
Grill/BBQ/Campfire
Use a flat pot or metal/foil (not glass) 9”X9” or lasagna-type pan. Combine the dry Yumbini and water in the pan and set over the grill/BBQ/campfire. When it begins to boil, move it to the side, off direct heat, to rehydrate (3 minutes). Cover or add a little extra water if it starts to look dry.
Add vegetables and toppings
For dinner, you can make a more substantial meal by enhancing Yumbini with vegetables, cheese, tortillas, leftovers, or whatever you have around. You may find you don’t need a whole package per person this way.
Try setting up a “bowl bar” with a variety of toppings that people can pile on top of their Yumbini. There are lots of topping ideas on our recipes page. Feed a crowd in minutes and everyone gets to have it their way!
Try one of our recipes
Some of our Yumbini recipes make enough for 2-4 people, and can easily be doubled or tripled as needed. This is especially easy with soups, casseroles or salads like Coconut Curry with All the Toppings, Creamy Rosemary Kale Bean Soup, Moussaka Re-invented with Easy Cheesy Bechamel, or Super Bowl Taco Bowl.
Other ways to feed a crowd in minutes
Take a look at this article on our website for other preparation tips. Or dig deeper into how to make school lunch with Yumbini, Yumbini at work, and Yumbini for camping and backpacking.
Leftovers
Refrigerate any leftovers for later. While Yumbini is designed to be eaten right away, of course you can enjoy it the next day. You might want to add a little extra water if it seems dry. Sometimes I stir-fry leftover Yumbini with greens and other vegetables. Or try a salad with Yumbini, greens and some oil and vinegar.
No matter which method you choose, you are only a few packages of Yumbini away from being able to feed a crowd in minutes!
