Traveling in an RV, such as the AZAR4 living capsule, is not only an opportunity to explore new places, but also for culinary adventures. Limited space in an RV requires creativity and good organization. Below you will find simple recipes, tips for organizing your kitchen in a small space, and ways to use local products.

Easy recipes to prepare in an RV

Salty recipes

Shakshuka with chickpeas (vege)

Shakshuka is the perfect recipe for a filling breakfast or dinner, easy to prepare even in a small RV kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 2 eggs
• 100 g of tomato passata
• 90 g of chickpeas in marinade
• 0,5 red peppers
• Handful of spinach
• Spoonful of olive oil
• A clove of garlic
• Pinch of salt

Preparation:

1. Cut the peppers into cubes.
   
2. Heat olive oil in a pan, add chopped garlic and tomato passata.
   
3. Heat for a while, then add the peppers, chickpeas and chopped spinach.
   
4. Crack in the eggs and fry until they are set. To speed up the process, cover the pan with a lid.
   
5. Season with salt to taste.

Vegetarian salad with couscous (vege)

Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, for lazy people.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of couscous
• 1 tomato
• 1 cucumber
• Handful of arugula
• 50 g feta cheese
• Lemon juice
• Spoonful of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

1. Prepare the couscous according to the instructions on the package.
2. Dice the tomato, cucumber and feta cheese.
3. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl, add arugula, lemon juice and olive oil.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Versatile, vegan avocado paste – guacamole (vegan)

A quick recipe for breakfast or a snack – it tastes best spread on bread. If you’ve never tried it, you should definitely make up for it!

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• Juice from half a lemon
• A clove of garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Handful of chopped cilantro

Preparation:

1. Mash the avocado with a fork to a smooth paste.
2. Add lemon juice, chopped garlic and cilantro.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Chicken Risotto

A creamy and flavorful dish perfect for a filling dinner.

Ingredients:

• 350 g water
• 300 g skinless chicken breast fillet
• 150 g canned green peas, without marinade
• 125 g of short grain rice
• 1 onion
• 3 tablespoons of 18% cream
• Half a red bell pepper
• Half a yellow bell pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, ground, smoked

Preparation:

1. Finely dice the onions and peppers.
2. Heat olive oil in a frying pan, add onions and peppers, fry until they become glassy.
3. Cut the chicken fillet into small pieces.
4. Season the chicken pieces with sweet paprika and salt, add to the vegetables and fry until the meat is browned.
5. Add the rice to the pan, fry for a while until the grains become glassy.
6. Gradually pour in water, stirring so that the rice absorbs the liquid. Repeat until the rice is soft.
7. Once the rice is creamy and soft, add the cream and peas.
8. Stir the whole thing until the ingredients are combined and the dish is hot.
9. You can garnish the risotto with fresh herbs, such as chives, before serving.

Pasta in tomato sauce (vege)

A simple and quick dinner that will satisfy everyone.

Ingredients:

• 280 g penne or spaghetti pasta
• 200 g of tomato passata
• 80 g of red lentils
• 20 g olive oil
• 16 g Grana Padano cheese
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 3 teaspoons oregano
• A pinch of pepper and salt

Preparation:

1. Heat the oil in a frying pan, fry the chopped garlic.
2. Add passata, spices and dry lentils.
3. Add ⅓ cup of water and cook over low heat until the lentils are tender. Add more water if necessary.
4. Add grated cheese and cooked al dente pasta.
5. Mix everything together and heat for a while in the pan.

Wrap with tofu (vege)

A quick and tasty recipe for a vegan version of a wrap.

Ingredients:

• 3 whole-grain tortillas
• 180 g tofu
• 3 leaves of white cabbage
• 1 carrot
• 20 g olive oil
• 2 teaspoons of gyros seasoning
• 100 g Greek yogurt
• 1 cucumber
• 1 clove of garlic

Preparation:

1. Cut tofu into thin slices, fry with oil, soy sauce and gyros seasoning.
2. Add water and simmer until it evaporates.
3. Finely slice cucumber, squeeze garlic and mix with yogurt.
4. Place tofu, shredded vegetables and sauce on tortillas. Wrap or pin with a toothpick.

Sweet recipes

Eggless omelette (vegan)

A simple breakfast or dessert recipe, ideal for those avoiding eggs (or not having them).

Ingredients:

• 1 banana
• 100 g soya beverage
• 40 g spelt or other flour
• Spoonful of rapeseed oil

Preparation:

1. Mash the banana with a fork, add the soya drink and mix well.
2. Add the flour, stir until smooth.
3. Fry the omelette in a lightly oiled frying pan on both sides until browned.
4. Serve with jam, fruit or peanut butter, for example.

Cottage cheese waffles (vege)

Perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients:

• 70 g cottage cheese
• 1 egg
• 20 g pudding powder or potato flour
• 10 g cocoa
• Teaspoon of vanilla sugar
• 3 g rapeseed oil
• 150 g skyr yoghurt
• 70 g strawberries

Preparation:

1. Mix the cottage cheese, egg, cocoa, pudding and vanilla sugar in a bowl.
2. Preheat the waffle iron, lightly grease it with oil, put portions of batter.
3. Bake the waffles for about 5 minutes.
4. Serve with skyr yoghurt and fruit.

Oat muffins (vegan)

A healthy snack or breakfast, perfect to take away.

Ingredients:

• 2 bananas
• 200 g oatmeal
• 150 g water
• 2 eggs
• 24 g dark chocolate
• Teaspoon of cocoa
• 2 tbsp oil

Preparation:

1. Blend all ingredients (except chocolate) until smooth.
2. Add the chopped chocolate, mix.
3. Fill muffin tins and bake in a travel oven for about 14 minutes.

Where to get ingredients from?

When travelling in an AZAR4 pickup camper, it is a good idea to use local sources and seasonal fruit and vegetables. Local produce is usually fresher, tastier and supports the local economy. Seasonal fruit and vegetables are not only more organic, but also richer in nutrients. By visiting local markets and shops, you can find a variety of products to enrich the meals you prepare in your campervan.

AZAR4 capsule suitable for food preparation

The AZAR4 capsule has been designed with comfort and functionality in mind, making it ideal for preparing meals even when travelling. Each Premium, Premium PLUS, Premium PLUS XL and Off-road Comfort capsule offers modern kitchen amenities:

• Sink with stainless steel tap: Allows easy washing of products and dishes.
  

• Kitchen cabinets made of lightweight boatbuilding plywood: Provide plenty of storage space for supplies and kitchen equipment.
  

• Countertops covered with HPL laminate: Durable and easy to keep clean.
  

• Travel cartridge/two-burner gas cooker with explosive gas sensor and external gas box: Allows for convenient food preparation.
  

• External water inlet and holding tank: Allows easy filling and use of running water while cooking.
  

• Water pump and water level indicator: Provide constant access to water and control of water consumption.
  

• Connection to an external 230V power supply and 230V and 12V sockets: Enable the use of various kitchen appliances, such as a blender or coffee machine.

Thanks to these facilities, travelling with the AZAR4 capsule allows you to cook comfortably and efficiently, wherever you are. Each capsule provides a high level of functionality and comfort in the kitchen, making food preparation a real pleasure.

Summary

Travelling in an AZAR4 camper van is not only a way to discover new places, but also a great opportunity for culinary experiments. With the right equipment in the capsule, preparing healthy and tasty meals becomes a pleasure, even on the road. It is worth remembering to use local and seasonal ingredients that are fresh and full of nutritional value. The AZAR4 mobile kitchen makes it easy to prepare a variety of dishes, from simple salads to more complex dishes, so that every journey can be full of culinary adventures. We encourage you to try out the featured recipes and enjoy the taste of home-cooked food anywhere in the world.

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