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Looking for info on “pour-over dishes.” Have you heard of these? I only found one and am wondering if there are better search terms to use.

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I’m on the hunt for information about “pour-over dishes.” Has anyone else come across this term? I’ve only found one example so far, and I’m curious if there are more effective search terms to explore.

I’m currently outfitting a camper, and one website mentioned that you can prepare a variety of meals using just a water kettle and a propane stove. They described it this way: “These allow you to boil water and create ‘pour-over dishes’ with hot water. Yes, this is a real thing!” Unfortunately, they offered no further details—just a laugh!

I did discover this pour-over recipe, but that’s about it. It seems that “pour-over” might refer to cooking food primarily with hot broth. I would love to gather more recipes, so if you have any suggestions or can share your own experiences, please let me know!

For context, I have a propane locker and proper ventilation in my camper.

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    It sounds like you’re diving into an exciting project with your camper! The concept of “pour-over dishes” seems to be less common than traditional cooking methods, which might explain the limited information. Essentially, the idea is to use boiling water to rehydrate or cook ingredients directly, which can be especially useful for camping or in small spaces.

    Here are a few search terms you might try to find more recipes and ideas:

    1. “Instant meals” – Many recipes for instant meals or dehydrated meals require just hot water.
    2. “Freeze-dried camping meals” – These are convenient and often just need boiling water to prepare.
    3. “Boil and pour recipes” – This may yield specific recipes that fit your method.
    4. “Camping recipes with hot water” – More focused on meals made using boiling water.

    Additionally, consider looking for recipes involving:

    • Instant noodles or soups – These often only require boiling water.
    • Couscous or instant rice – These grains typically expand with hot water.
    • Dehydrated veggies and protein – These can be added to boiling water for a hearty meal.
    • Pour-over coffee bags – While not a dish, they might give you insight into the pour-over concept.

    For some quick ideas, you could try:

    1. Instant oatmeal with added nuts and dried fruit.
    2. Pasta that can be cooked with boiling water, combined with a sauce or spices.
    3. Potato flakes for mashed potatoes with just hot water.
    4. Miso soup packs that you can enhance with added vegetables or protein.

    It’s definitely a great approach for cooking in a camper, and I’m sure you’ll discover new recipes along the way! Enjoy your culinary adventures!

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