Hiker Pad Thai

So, a lot of a hiker's day is spent thinking about food, talking about food, dreaming about food, and wishing for more food. And, burning 5-6000 calories per day, we do a lot of eating. Unfortunately, a lot of traditional "trail food" (I.e. lightweight, calorie dense, high carbs, cheap, and easy to prepare) can get old pretty quickly. As such, hikers are always looking for new and tasty ways to replenish. I thought I'd share a recipe I learned on the trail.

Hiker Pad Thai

1 package Chicken Ramen (get your sodium fix!)

2 Scoops Peanut Butter (PROTEIN!!)

1/4 cup Minute Rice (more calories and carbs!)

1 druggie sized baggie of chili powder (courtesy of the folks at Yeti Foods)

2 or more Ramps (wild leeks that grow everywhere along the trail. They're amazing!!!)

Boil 2 1/2 cups of water, mix it all together, and you're set for a meal worthy of a hiker!