Backpacking Food Bags For Storing and Reconstituting Dried Meals With Hot Water

Our boil-soak pouches are designed for backpackers who need a reliable bag to store dried meals and reconstitute them by adding boiling water. These high-temperature stand-up “cook-in pouches” can withstand temperatures up to 230 degrees Fahrenheit (110 degrees Celsius). With a shorter bowl shape, each pouch can hold up to 4 cups (0.95 liters) of liquid.

How to use: Place food in the bag, pour boiling water over it, stir, seal shut with the zipper, and allow the food to reconstitute for several minutes.

Below, we demonstrate reconstituting a dried meal mix using the boil-soak pouch with Outdoor Herbivore’s Lemongrass Thai Curry in the Hungry Single (Serves 1) meal size. Note: The photo below is for illustrative purposes to show how food rehydrates in a waterproof, heat-safe standing pouch.

High-Temperature Pouch Specifications
Temperature rating: 230 deg F (110 deg C)
Dimensions: 8″ wide x 7″ tall x 3.5″ gusset. Short size for easier stirring and eating, with a rounded bottom to prevent food from getting trapped in the corners.
Bag Weight: .81 oz (23 g)
Bag Thickness: 5.0 mil
Wet Volume: holds 4 cups (.95 L) of water when zip sealed.
Dry Volume: holds approximately 10 ounces (283 grams) of dried grain-based foods such as rice, soup, and pasta mixes.
One size fits all. Fits all Outdoor Herbivore Hungry Single and Hungry Double prepared meals.
Reusable. These durable bags eliminate having to clean dishes on the trail but can be packed out, washed at home, and reused multiple times. Allow the bag to air dry open before storing it.
BPA free and Dioxin free.
Transparent. No Aluminum, Ink, or Dyes.
FDA approved for food and high-temperature use.
Not recyclable in most municipalities due to the multilayer plastic films fused together.
Not recommended for microwave use. Trapped steam can exceed the bag’s safety temperature and also cause the zipper to soften and warp.
Other uses: Our boil-soak pouches are not just for rehydrating meals — use them for sous-vide cooking, pouring hot soups for storage in the fridge/freezer, and packaging homemade DIY dehydrated backpacking meals. Includes a tear strip notch to allow you to heat seal the top for secure storage.

Cleaning Instructions

• Hand-wash: Use non-abrasive cleaning agents (soft sponge and hot soapy water) to clean. Air dry by propping the bag open.
• Dishwasher: Prop open the bag, place it on the top shelf, and dry with the air-dry setting. Keep bags clear of water jets to prevent them from moving or closing.
• Ensure the bags have no moisture present before storing; otherwise, they will host mold/bacteria and become unsafe for food reuse.

Our high-temperature pouches are perfect for storing homemade dehydrated or freeze-dried backpacking meals. They are lightweight, durable, keep your food fresh, and safe to reconstitute dried meals with hot water.

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