Cooking on the campsite – As camping is a very nature-loving type of vacation, cooking for yourself on the campsite is usually part of it.
So that you don’t have to worry about not being able to cook a certain meal or not being able to get a cup of coffee, you should think about a few important utensils.
Whether you are on vacation with a roof tent, caravan or camper, with the whole family or alone – here is a packing list of essential cooking accessories for camping.
You can also look for accessories in the cooking category in the store.
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Packing list: Cooking utensils for the campsite
An important item on your camping packing list should definitely be outdoor tableware so that you don’t have to eat from the ground and with your hands.
Suitable plates, cutlery and cups should all be compact and therefore easy to transport and store.
Nevertheless, the tableware should ideally be as robust as possible, as it is always with you and may also be carried in your rucksack.
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You should have this outdoor equipment with you when camping:
- Knives, forks, spoons (alternative for minimalists: spork)
- Pans, pots
- Sharp kitchen knife
- Chopping board
- spatula, wooden spoon
- Thermo mug
- Sieve and large bowl
- Scissors
Cooking together on a camping vacation really brings the family together!
Not to forget: Shelf-stable food
As you are often on the road for a long time and there is not always a supermarket nearby, you should stock up on long-life food at the start of your trip.
These can easily be stored in camping boxes and used for cooking when needed.
Stock up on the following foods before your trip:
- Pasta, rice, couscous
- Oil (for cooking and seasoning)
- Spices (salt, pepper, paprika powder, etc.)
- Canned vegetables
- Sauces (tomato sauce, mustard, ketchup)
- Onions / garlic
- Milk
- Spread (Nutella, honey etc.)
- Muesli
- Water canister
- Tea bags and coffee
With a basic supply of food, you can easily conjure up a delicious recipe while camping!
Important camping equipment: Cooking with gas
Especially if you are traveling with a roof tent or tent trailer, you don’t always have electricity available everywhere.
That’s why cooking with gas is definitely a good option.
However, there are now numerous camping appliances that work with gas cartridges anyway.
These include a classic camping stove, a cartridge stove, an espresso maker and a gas oven.
Tip!
Ideally, buy a camping kitchen to keep all your cooking equipment together!
Take a look at the practical 2-Go kitchen right here: The following camping equipment is ideal for your camping vacation:
- Gas stove
- Cartridge stove
- Rocket stove
- Espresso maker
- Camping oven
- Grill
Gas stove: a classic among camping stoves
As you are unlikely to eat in a restaurant or snack bar when camping, but will be doing most of the cooking yourself on the campsite, the number one tip for quick and easy cooking is definitely a gas stove.
This is the classic camping stove and guarantees you a carefree and worry-free vacation.
Read more about its use here:
Cartridge stove: advantages and use
Another particularly popular camping stove is the so-called cartridge stove, which is now a must on the packing list of many passionate campers.
It makes it easier for you to prepare numerous meals on the campsite and is therefore definitely worth investing in.
Find out more about its use and benefits here:
Espresso maker: coffee at the campsite
Although you spend most of your time camping in the great outdoors, you don’t have to go without your morning coffee.
At home, it’s very easy and normal to make yourself a coffee or tea.
But this is also no problem when camping – with an outdoor espresso maker!
Read more about making coffee on the campsite here:
Gas oven: Pizza, fries & cake while camping
As more and more people are taking a liking to this nature-loving type of vacation, the corresponding demands are also growing.
Typical camping equipment now also includes practical cooking utensils.
A gas oven is also recommended for this, as you can use it to prepare almost anything on the go and don’t have to do without anything.
Tip!
Take a look at the camping oven from Campwerk.
Read all about the gas oven and how you can easily prepare pizza, chips and cakes at the campsite:
BBQ equipment: Barbecue accessories
Are you traveling in summer?
Then a barbecue is a must-have!
Barbecuing together after a long, tiring and eventful day not only brings people together, but also fills the stomachs of hungry campers.
But which barbecue is most suitable: charcoal or gas barbecue?
While a gas barbecue is particularly recommended for first-time campers and long trips, you can enjoy the typical camping atmosphere with a charcoal barbecue.
You will need the following accessories for barbecuing:
- Barbecue, grill and charcoal
- Barbecue tongs
- Lighter or matches
- Cleaning accessories
- Dishwashing liquid, sponge, tea towel
- Rinsing bowl (perhaps foldable)
- Bin liners
Whether vegetarian, meat or fish – conjure up a delicious meal on the go with the gas barbecue!