Quick and protein-rich cooking with high heat
Cooking over an open fire isn't just about a slow bed of embers. With a griddle, such as a Muurikka, you can work with high heat and quick cooking β just like in a wok kitchen. The result is a nutritious, flavourful dish with a distinct seared surface and crisp texture in the vegetables.
Want to better understand heat control and building a fire? See Cooking over an open fire β a complete guide.
High heat is what counts here β unlike cooking over embers.
Kids can:
The actual frying should always be handled by an adult, since the temperature is high.
For more guidance on cooking with kids, see Cooking with kids over fire.
A full walkthrough can be found in Fire safety in nature.
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π₯ Over fire Chicken stir-fry on a griddle over an open fire shows that campfire cooking isn't just slow cooking over embers. With the right technique you can cook quick, protein-rich and nutritious food with high heat even out in nature.
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