As I am on a constant journey to create easy camping meal ideas, this article will guide you to enhance your campfire cooking game with this fantastic cooking technique for the ultimate pork ribs cooked over a campfire. Whether you are doing a backyard cook-up or looking for camping meal ideas, this step-by-step guide will help you create an unforgettable outdoor cooking experience in your unique setting. Join me to discover how to cook fantastic pork ribs for the ultimate camping meal!
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Setting the Scene for Amazing Camping Meal Ideas:
This campfire meal will transport you to the idyllic Amamoor region, notably the campground La Dolce Vita on Amamoor Creek. As you follow the meandering road to this stunning location, you will follow the river valley hugged by the forest-covered mountains towering above. Longhorn cattle graze alongside the road, and the fleeting goanna confirms that town is far behind, making this the ideal place to relax and disconnect from the everyday grind.
Arriving at camp is always exciting; it doesn’t get better than riverside camping, especially on a hot summer weekend. Exploring the clear-flowing rock pools of the forest-lined Amamoor Creek is a fantastic way to spend the day and the weekend…
Easy Camping Meal Ideas: Campfire Pork Ribs
Wherever your location, this easy camping meal will be a great addition to your next camping adventure! I don’t have many ‘meat grilling’ guides on roadtripsaustralia.com, so this guide is a special addition to my easy camping meal ideas – helping inspire readers for wholesome and flavourful meal ideas while outdoors!
3 Tips for Preparing for Campfire Pork Loin Ribs
When preparing for your outdoor food adventure, it is important to consider all the items needed to pull off cooking the ultimate pork ribs. This includes having the right outdoor cooking equipment and utensils, such as tongs, a grill, and quality firewood to maintain a steady heat for campfire cooking.
Furthermore, selecting the components for the perfect campfire feast is paramount. I discovered these marinated pork gems, which the butcher highly recommended. Next, choose the additions you want with your pork loin ribs. A slaw kit is easy and great to accompany an outdoor meal. Don’t forget the mayo or dressing!
#1 Camp Braai
Now, think tools. Our Camp Braai is the perfect tool for smoking and slow-cooking the ribs. We highly recommend Camp Braai by Oz Braai if you love meat cooked perfectly on a campfire. The option to reverse-sear and slow-cook meat is ideal for tenderising the meat on the bone.
#2 Firewood
Quality hardwood is the best option for cooking on a campfire. The smoke adds flavour while retaining a more even heat through quality coals.
#3 Time
Slow-cooking or reverse searing and smoking the pork ribs takes time. For best results, ensure you have around 2 to 3 hours or more to establish the fire and slow-cook the ribs. The method of reverse-searing the pork ribs allows the meat to cook in its juices, leaving tender, juicy pork ribs.
Step-by-step Guide: Camp-fire Perfection for Camping Meal Ideas
Step 1: Firstly, build your fire with quality hardwood. Allow the fire to establish and create coals before cooking. We want to ensure there is a good heat distribution for reverse-searing the pork loin ribs. Remove the ribs from the fridge or esky.
Step 2: Once the fire is established, place the pork loin ribs in the Camp Braai and stand them (in the Camp Braai) to the side of the fire, allowing the ambient heat and smoke to slow-cook the ribs for around 30 – 45 minutes on each side. Add a log to the fire if needed.
Cooks Tip: Rotate the ribs in the camp braai during the smoking slow cook – as they may not get an even heat from the fire.
Step 3: It’s time to grill the ribs over direct heat. Use a shovel to level out the coals, creating an even bed for consistent cooking. Place the pork ribs in the Camp Braai over the coals, grilling for 5 to 8 minutes on each side to render the fat and char-grill to complete the cooking process.
Step 4: Remove the pork ribs from the fire and allow them to rest. Meanwhile, put together the slaw salad, so it’s ready to serve with the calved pork ribs.
Easy Camping Meal Ideas for Your Next Outdoor Adventure!
As we wrap up this step-by-step guide to smoky, flavourful campfire cooking, I hope it sparks new inspiration for your camping meal ideas. Whether you’re planning a backyard fire-pit feast or cooking in a peaceful, scenic campsite, these ideas will elevate your outdoor meal experience. For more easy camping meal inspiration, explore roadtripsaustralia.com and make every outdoor adventure delicious!
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