VAN PAN PIZZA

van pan pizza

VAN PAN PIZZA

Vegetarian
This pizza dough is super quick to make. Easy to cook in a pan so you can even cook outside - no oven required. This Van Pan Pizza can have whichever toppings you choose, so load it up and enjoy!
5 from 1 vote
30 minute meal - Leftovers - Stove top meal
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Servings
Diet Vegetarian

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g Self Raising Flour
  • 150 g Yogurt
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Toppings of your choice

Instructions
 

  • Mix all the ingredients for the dough together.
  • Knead into an elastic, soft ball and divide this ball into four smaller balls. Take a piece of aluminium foil and sprinkle with a little bit of self-raising flour.
  • Press each ball to an approx 0.5cm flat naan bread. Heat a dry frying pan on high heat and put the naan bread in it.
  • Bake for two minutes on 1 side and flip it over to the other side and bake for 1 minute. Heat all the sliced veggies
  • Then it is time to decorate your pizza with whatever you like. You start with the tomato sauce, followed by the cheese and add as many veggies you like.
  • Topping ideas:-1 jar or homemade tomato sauce-6 mushrooms-1 hand of spinach-1 onion-1 paprika-a piece of leek-1 small can corn-1 small can of tuna-150gr grated cheese

Nutrition

Calories: 411kcalCarbohydrates: 77gProtein: 15gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 37mgPotassium: 228mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 77IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 111mgIron: 1mg
Keyword bread, dough, italian, no oven, pizza, stove top
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Mexican pulled chicken tortilla wrap

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Mexican pulled chicken tortilla wrap

derwegvan
Meat Based
Making wraps in your van is easy, and definitely worth doing! Top with whatever you like or salad items you have in your fridge
5 from 1 vote
Leftovers - Stove top meal - Tinned food
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner
Servings
Diet Meat Based

Equipment

  • Large bowl

Ingredients
  

For the tortillas

  • 200-250 g Plain Flour
  • 1 tbsp Oil
  • 125 ml Water
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder optional

For the mexican chicken

  • 2 Chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 pinch Cumin large
  • 1 Chilli Pepper
  • 2-3 tsp Paprika Powder
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Sauce ready made

Toppings

  • 2 tbsp Corn
  • 2 tbsp Beans
  • 1 handful Lettuce
  • 1 drizzle Spicy Sauce

Instructions
 

For the tortillas

  • You need:200-250 grams of flour, 1 tbsp of oil, 125ml water, some salt and if you like you can add garlic powder. You need a big bowl and a little wet towel
  • Basically you mix all the ingredients in the bowl and mix them up! Be prepared to get messy hands. Sometimes if the dough is too wet just add more flour.
  • Mix it until it’s a big ball. Let it rest for 30 min under the wet towel. In the meantime make the filling. We explain it below.
  • After 30 min, you divide the big ball of dough into little ones. Make them as small or as big as you like. (We made little ones). You roll them out we don’t have a rolling pin so we use a soda can!
  • Then you heat up a pan or a cooking plate and bake the dough for about 1 min each side. Turn when they get bubbles.

For the fillings

  • Time to make the filling! This time we made pulled chicken. But you can also make it with other meat or even fish. We eat tortilla wraps at least 2 times a week because it’s easy and you have a lot of options.
  • You can boil the chicken for 12-15 min. After that let it cool down before you start pulling. We use 2 forks to pull it.
  • After you mix it with some Mexican spices. We used: 1 clove of garlic, pinch of salt, good pinch of cumin powder, a little bit of chilli pepper and lots of paprika powder.
  • After mixing we heat up a different pan with some oil. Mix the chicken with some corn, beans and a little tomato sauce. Put the filling in the tortilla with some lettuce and spicy sauce!
  • Time to enjoy! Greetings Bryan, Manouk and Pietje

Nutrition

Calories: 748kcalCarbohydrates: 86gProtein: 62gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 402mgPotassium: 1231mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1376IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 7mg
Keyword chicken, Mexican, spicy, tortilla, wraps
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Chilaquiles with Homemade Salsa Verde

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Chilaquiles with Homemade Salsa Verde

vanessachav
Vegan, Vegetarian
This recipe for van made salsa verde makes this dish even more special.
5 from 1 vote
30 minute meal - Stove top meal
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dips / Sauces
Servings
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb Tomatillos
  • 4 Garlic Cloves
  • 1/2 Onion
  • 2 Serrano Chile
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 handful Cilantro

Instructions
 

Salsa Verde

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Husk the tomatillos and place them in the boiling water along with the chiles. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the tomatillos change from bright green to yellow green.
  • While the tomatillos are boiling, sauté half of the garlic and onion with olive oil in a hot pan. You can also sauté a minced jalapeño for a little extra spice. This will be added to your salsa verde after it is blended.
  • Once the tomatillos and chiles are cooked, blend them with the remaining half of the raw onion and garlic. Add water to the salsa if it is too thick. Add cilantro if desired and salt to taste. In the van I use a small hand blender and blend everything directly inside a wide-mouth mason jar. This method works really well, just be mindful of the occasional splash.
  • Once the sauce is fully blended, add the sautéed garlic and onion from the pan. Store in a mason jar for 2 weeks maximum.

Chilaquiles

  • Start with a bed of tortillas chips.
  • Add your desired protein: eggs, chicken, tofu.
  • Pour salsa verde over the entire plate. Don’t be afraid to smother them! The more sauce the better.
  • Garnish with a side of beans, queso fresco, onions, or avocado.

Nutrition

Calories: 57kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 327mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 177IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
Keyword breakfast, chiles, Mexican, salsa, salsa verde, vegan, vegetarian
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Garlic Damper

Garlic Damper | Campfire cooking

jens_caravan_camp_kitchen
Vegetarian
As a Australian school kid I remember being taken to the local park and learning how to make Damper and Billy Tea, there are many recipes, some use milk, even lemonade or beer, this is a simple one with only water. They are traditionally baked in a Camp Oven in the coals of a open fire. The addition of garlic powder makes it a perfect accompaniment to pasta
5 from 1 vote
5 ingredients or less - Family friendly - One-pan - Open fire
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Baking, Outdoor
Servings
Diet Vegetarian

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup Self Raising Flour
  • 40 g Butter
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Salt
  • Water

Instructions
 

  • Rub the butter into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs, add the garlic powder and salt
  • Add the water gradually, incorporating with the blade of a knife until a dough can be formed, lightly knead on a floured board for a only a minute or two and form into a ball, the top can be scored with the knife
  • Line the Camp Oven with baking paper and spray with oil or flour, place the damper in and place lid on top, set into coals, and also place a few coals on top on Oven, the damper will normally be ready in 30 mins
  • The damper can also be placed on a paper lined tray in a pre-heated conventional oven for 30 min on 200 c
  • At home, before you go camping, process the flour, butter, garlic powder and salt in a food processor until all combined
  • Place all in the zip-lock bag or container and refrigerate. When the damper is required, as water and follow instructions as above

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 73mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 251IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
Keyword bread, Campfire, camping, dutch oven, outdoor cooking
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Veggie Frittata

Veggie Frittata

jens_caravan_camp_kitchen
Vegetarian
Ideal breakfast for using up leftover veg! The beauty of this is you can add whatever you want and it's a one pan dish, so less washing up!
5 from 1 vote
Leftovers - Less washing-up - One-pan
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Breakfast, Lunch
Servings
Diet Vegetarian

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Flour
  • 1 Bag Prepared Beet Coleslaw
  • 1 Carrot
  • 1 Zucchini
  • 1 Corn
  • 1 tsp Curry powder

Instructions
 

  • This recipe can be made with zucchini, carrot and corn, however I have found that when traveling we can buy a pre-made bag of coleslaw (sold without the dressing) and that works really well
  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, add to pre-heated frypan and fry on a low temp til set, then flip to brown both sides

Nutrition

Calories: 494kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 340mgSodium: 238mgPotassium: 1091mgFiber: 6gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 11289IUVitamin C: 39mgCalcium: 258mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Eggs, one pan, quick, Simple, stove top, vegetarian
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Quick, Fresh Pasta Sauce

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Quick, Fresh Pasta Sauce

the.waglers
Vegan, Vegetarian
The Alessio family is pretty serious about their sauce. Jen grew up watching her grandmother cook pasta sauce on the stove all day. Although a 4 hour marinara is delicious, sometimes a quick, fresh sauce is a bit more practical, especially in a van. Here’s our version of a garden fresh pasta sauce.
5 from 1 vote
5 ingredients or less - Family friendly - Stove top meal
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Dinner, Dips / Sauces, Lunch
Servings
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Equipment

  • Food processor

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 Fresh tomatoes large
  • 1 Onion
  • 1-2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 tbsp Dry herbs
  • 1 handful Fresh basil

Instructions
 

  • Start by sautéing some onions, garlic and your dry herbs. Let them cook on low/medium heat.
  • Boil water (for your big tomatoes- san marzanos, etc).
  • Throw the big tomatoes into the boiling water for 2-3 minutes or until the skin starts to break apart.
  • Scoop out the tomatoes and carefully peel the skin off.
  • Blend the tomatoes once they have cooled off a bit and add them to the onions that you have cooking on the stove.
  • Hope you had some water boiling for the pasta.. that was fast!

Nutrition

Calories: 38kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 352mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1073IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg
Keyword marinara, marinara sauce, pasta, pasta sauce, tomato, tomatoes, vegan
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Tomatillo Salsa

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vanlife-Tomatillo Salsa

Tomatillo Salsa

the.waglers
Vegan, Vegetarian
We never imagined making tomatillo salsa would be this easy! First, you just need to find the tomatillos in the grocery store. At Whole Foods, they are in the refrigerated produce section. Tomatillos are sold in the store in their husks. You can also find them at local farmers markets in the summer.
5 from 2 votes
5 ingredients or less - One-pan - Quick cook
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dips / Sauces, Outdoor
Servings Cups
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 12 Husked Tomatillos
  • 1 Onion
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 1-2 Jalapeno

Instructions
 

  • First, you just need to find the tomatillos in the grocery store. At Whole Foods, they are in the refrigerated produce section. Tomatillos are sold in the store in their husks. You can also find them at local farmers markets in the summer.
  • Remove the husks and wash the tomatillos thoroughly. They are a little sticky under the husk.
  • Chop up some onion, garlic, a spicy pepper or two and roast them all at 425 degrees for about 10-15 minutes. Once they cool a bit, throw the veggies in the food processor and in less than a minute you will have tomatillo salsa!

Notes

If you don't have an oven in your van you could reduce the quantities and cook either in an Omnia Oven, dutch oven or covered pan.

Nutrition

Calories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 525mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 248IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
Keyword dips, Easy, easy prep, salsa, Simple, tomatillo salsa, vegan
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Giant vegan frying pan cookie

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Giant vegan frying pan cookie

bonbivouac
Vegan, Vegetarian
Want cookies but don't have an oven?... Why not make a giant frying pan cookie instead?
5 from 2 votes
Family friendly - Stove top meal
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Baking, Dessert, Snacks
Servings
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Equipment

  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Chia seeds
  • 1-2 cups Wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 4 tbsp Sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp Baking powder
  • 3 tbsp Peanut butter
  • 1 handful peanuts
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 handful chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Put the chia seeds in the mug and add 3 tablespoons of water, then leave the seeds to absorb the water.
  • Mix all the ingredients except the chocolate chips in the bowl.
  • Add about 1/4 mug of water to make a soft cookie dough.
  • Put a sheet of greaseproof paper in the pan and spread the cookie dough thinly over it.
  • Leave to cook for 5 minutes on a low heat.
  • Turn the cookie over with a second sheet of baking paper that you put on the top.
  • Place the chocolate chips on the side that is already slightly cooked and leave to cook for 10 minutes over low heat.
  • Check if ready with a knife. The tip should come out dry. Leave a little longer if necessary.
  • Remember to save the sheets of baking paper for the next cookies!

Nutrition

Calories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 229mgPotassium: 188mgFiber: 4gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 144mgIron: 3mg
Keyword chia, cookie, oneskillet, pan-bake, peanut, vegan
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Banana & Walnut Omnia Cake

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omnia banana bread

Banana & Walnut Omnia Cake

Vegetarian
This recipe is great for using up leftover bananas and reducing waste when on your travels.
3.75 from 4 votes
Family friendly - Stove top meal
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Baking
Servings
Diet Vegetarian

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 100 g Butter
  • 140 g Caster sugar
  • 1 Egg
  • 225 g Plain Flour
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 3 Bananas
  • 75 g Walnut
  • 50 ml Milk

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Omnia oven by greasing it and lining with greaseproof paper (this is not easy!), if you have the silicone mould, use this instead.
  • Peel the bananas and mash them, leave to one side.
  • Mix the butter with the sugar & beaten egg. Slowly mix in the flour and baking powder.
  • Add the bananas, milk and nuts to the mixture (save some of the nuts for sprinkling on the top)
  • Pour the mixture into the Omnia and bake over a low flame for 1hr.

Nutrition

Calories: 291kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 131mgPotassium: 263mgFiber: 3gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 91IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Baking, banana, Cake, no oven, nuts, omnia, Snack, vegetarian
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Gazpacho verde

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Gazpacho verde

Vegan, Vegetarian
This cold soup is delicious and full of fresh flavours
5 from 1 vote
30 minute meal - Less washing-up - No cook
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Soup
Servings
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Avocado
  • 2 Apples
  • 1 Lime (zest & tiny amount of juice)
  • 6 sticks Celery
  • 1 Cucumber
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 Handful Basil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 6 Ice cubes
  • 1 handful Croutons
  • 1 tbsp Toasted sliced ​​almonds
  • 5 tbsp Oil

Instructions
 

  • We open the avocado and cut into pieces.
  • We peel the apple, chop it and put it in a bowl along with the avocado, where we will also put the grated lime and sprinkle it with a little of its juice so that it does not oxidize.
  • We clean and cut the celery and cucumber (we leave the cucumber with the peel to give us more color)
  • We peel the garlic. Put all the ingredients in the processor (without forgetting the oil, salt, pepper and basil) that depending on the one we have at home we will need more or less time for the mixture to be finer.
  • Once the processing has been obtained, we strain and put it back in the processor with some ice, adding more salt and pepper to taste.
  • Once this last step is finished, we place them in a bowl adding a thread of olive oil, sliced ​​almonds and croutons.

Nutrition

Calories: 643kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 6gFat: 53gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 34gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 113mgPotassium: 1279mgFiber: 16gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 961IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 121mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Easy, fresh, green, healthy, soup, vegan, vegetarian, wholesome
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