Getting in touch with nature can work wonders – especially in these trying and confusing times. Sometimes you just want to get away from it all and spend a quite night under the stars next to a roaring fire, surrounded by nature.
But before you hit the road in search for wilderness adventure, make sure you have everything you need to cook yourself a decent meal. After all, no one has ever had a good time in any environment on an empty stomach. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, camper, backpacker or just want to be prepared in case of an emergency, take a look at the 7 best survival cooking kits.
Overmont 1.95 Liter Camping Cookware Set
Editors’ Choice: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars
As the name suggests, this survival cooking gear set comes with a 1.95 liter pot – perfect for simple broths, stews, sauces, reductions and much more. But you also get a 7” frying pan and a miniature wooden spatula to go with it.
This Overmont survival cookware set also comes with a kettle for boiling water and other liquids. The entire set fits neatly into the carrying bag that it comes with. You also get a flint for starting fires and a travel cutlery set.
Gear4U Camping Cookware Kits
Editors’ Choice: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars
This is one of the survival cooking kits on our list that features anodized aluminum construction. Anodized aluminum is durable and lightweight so this kit is perfect for backpackers. It includes a 3.5 cup capacity nonstick pot complete with lid.
It also has a 6” nonstick frying pan that is about 1.5” deep and is good for about 2 cups worth of cooking capacity. The set also comes with 2 collapsible silicone cups, two small plastic bowls, 2 sporks and a bamboo mini spatula.
Bisgear Survival Cooking Kit
Editors’ Choice: 4.7 out of 5.0 stars
If you are looking for survival cooking equipment that will stand the test of time, this Bisgear set is for you. This kit is also made of anodized aluminum. Moreover, the serving plates, cups, folding spoon, fork, knife and spork are made from 18/8 grade stainless steel.
As far as cookware goes, you get a pot with lid, a 7” frying pan and a 0.8 liter kettle. The set also includes a flint for starting fires, a carrying pouch a caribener and convenient storage – all pieces fit inside the pot.
Aoduoer Camping Cookware Mess Kit Outdoor
Editors’ Choice: 4.7 out of 5.0 stars
This camping cookware kit comes in 3 sizes: a 13, 7 and 9 piece set. We reviewed the 9 piece set which includes 2 pots: one is 4.5 inches in diameter and the larger one is 5.2 inches in diameter. Both have a depth of 2.4 inches.
There is also a 4.9 inch pot and a 5.4 inch pot included. You also get a fork, spoon and knife that all fold down to a compact size.
AnimaMiracle 18 Pcs Camping Cookware Set
Editors’ Choice: 4.6 out of 5.0 stars
It’s amazing that they were able to keep this 18pc camping cookware kit down to just 1.2 pounds! It’s lightweight construction and compact design are why this set made our list. The set includes a nonstick pot and frying pan, a folding soup ladle, a couple of plastic bowls, spatula and even a piezo portable stove.
There are utensils like a stainless steel folding spork and wooden spatula. And of course, the pot comes with a lid for fast boiling. The whole kit fits inside the pot which is only 6.3 inches wide.
BeGrit Backpacking Camping Cookware
Editors’ Choice: 4.6 out of 5.0 stars
You would never know that this was a cookware set designed for camping based on how well it conducts and distributes heat. All of the cookware pieces which include 2 pots and a frying pan are made of 410 grade stainless steel.
You also get one flat plate, 2 raised edge plates and 2 stainless steel mugs. The stainless steel design makes this kit easy to clean either in the nearby river or when you get back to civilization.
Better Outdoor Camping Cookware Mess Kit
Editors’ Choice: 4.5 out of 5.0 stars
Altogether, this camping cookware kit weighs just 1.6 pounds. And that’s impressive considering that it includes a fryign pan, a pot, a pot lid, a fork, spoon, knife, spork, 2 bowls, a silicon cup and even a portable stove.
Both the put and the frying pan have folding handles that are lined with silicone so they stay cool to the touch. And all the cookware is made of anodized aluminum so they keep their shape no matter how much they are knocked around.
Survival Cooking Kit Buyer’s Guide
If you are planning to hit the trails or want to keep a reliable emergency cookware set handy in the house, here are some tips for scoring the best survival cooking kit:
Choose the Right Material
Anodized aluminum is usually what we recommend for people who intend to use their kits for camping and backpacking because it is lightweight and stands up very well to rough conditions.
Opt for a Stove
If you don’t already have a portable propane or kerosene stove at the ready, you may want to choose a kit that includes a propane powered peizo stove.
Compact Design
No matter what you intend to use your kit for, it should be compact so you can store it in your emergency go-kit or in your camping gear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What should a survival cooking kit include?
A: At the very least, your kit should include a pot, portable spatula and a knife.
Q: What type of fuel does a survival cooking kit need?
A: Typically, the portable stoves that survival cooking kits come with are run off of small propane tanks.
Q: How much should a survival cooking kit weigh?
A: The best survival cooking kits should weigh no more than 3 pounds. This is less important if you are using it as part of your home emergency kit but it should still be compact.
Final Advice
Whether you are getting away from the city for a weekend or you want to shore up your home emergency kit, it’s important that you get the best survival cooking kit possible.
Consider your needs: camping or home emergencies? Will you be cooking for one or two people? Then take a look at our list of quality portable cooking kits to find the best one for you.
