As avid campers and hikers, we often grab a couple packets of mi goreng to throw in our backpacks when we’re in need of a quick and easy meal. This recipe steps up your mi goreng game using lightweight ingredients typically found in your gear kit. 

 

Hands up if you were raised with mi goreng as a kid? Maybe you were a uni student on a tight budget when you discovered it. These noodles are so iconic they’ve taken over the globe. You can pretty much find them in any supermarket you come across and they even come in different flavours; hot and spicy, barbeque, satay, and chicken.

This recipe takes us back to our time in Singapore, taste testing all the food stalls at Hawker markets. There are heaps of mi gorgeng recipe ideas out there, but this one is just for hikers and people travelling super light!

Read more: 10 Ingredients to Pack in Your Camping Kit

 

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Mi Goreng Packet Hiking Noodles Recipe

Preparation Notes

Serves: 1

Time: 8 minutes

 

Ingredients

  • Mi Goreng instant noodle packet
  • ½ cup freeze-dried vegetables
  • ½ cup red capsicum (optional)
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • Drizzle sesame oil
  • Lime wedge

Read more: 5 Key Tips for Good Nutrition on a Big Adventure

Mi Goreng Hiking Noodles Method

1. In a pot of boiling water put in the noodles and freeze-dried vegetables. Take off heat and let it sit for two minutes.

2. To make the sauce, add all flavour sachets from the noodle packet (except fried onions) to a bowl, along with the curry powder, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well.

 

 

3. Once the noodles and vegetables are rehydrated, discard excess water. Add in sauce and cook for another two minutes, then take off the heat.

Sprinkle fried onions (from mi goreng packet) and serve with a wedge of lime.

If you’re conscious about the environment and sustainability, you can find brands that don’t use palm oil.

Hot tip! If you’re keen on fresh veg instead, you can store them in your JetBoil Stove to prevent bruising.

 

FAQs How To Make Mi Goreng Packet Hiking Noodles

What makes mi goreng a great meal for camping and hiking?

Mi goreng is a great meal choice for camping and hiking because it’s lightweight, non-perishable, and quick to prepare. With a few simple additions like freeze-dried vegetables and curry powder, you can make it taste better and be more nutritious without adding much weight to your pack.

How do I make my instant mi goreng packet noodles healthier while camping or hiking?

To add more nutrition to your mi goreng, toss in freeze-dried vegetables or fresh capsicum, and consider adding protein sources like dehydrated tofu or jerky. These ingredients are light, easy to pack and will add more flavour too!

What equipment do I need to make hiking mi goreng packet noodles?

All you need is a small pot or camping stove like a JetBoil, and a fork.

Can I put fresh vegetables in my hiking mi goreng noodles?

Yep you can absolutely take fresh veggies, they’re just a bit heavier to carry. A pro tip is to keep them in your JetBoil stove or a sturdy container to avoid them bruising/getting damaged in your bag. Fresh capsicum and greens add a satisfying crunch to your noodles.

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