08/19/2021 / By Divina Ramirez
An important part of prepping for SHTF events is learning how to make nutritious foods that can help keep your energy levels up in a survival scenario. Ideally, those foods should also have a long shelf life.
If you’re looking to make such foods, check out the following recipes: (h/t to AskAPrepper.com)
Virginia ham, also known as country ham, is a specialty ham well-known for its sweetness. It’s usually made from razorback hogs raised on a diet of peanuts and acorns.
When preparing this ham, you should first thoroughly cleanse the ham to remove any mold that formed during the curing and aging process. Knowing how to cure and preserve meat is a crucial skill to have in a survival scenario as it allows you to easily enjoy meat even if you don’t have or can’t make use of a refrigerator or freezer.
Here’s how to make Virginia ham:
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Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish made with fermented napa cabbage and radish. It is an excellent source of probiotics, which are live microorganisms that support digestive health. Traditionally, kimchi is stored in covered earthenware pots underground and allowed to ferment for several months.
Today, kimchi is often fermented for just a week before being stored in the refrigerator. Here’s how to make it:
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Fruit leather is a jerky-like product made by dehydrating fruits. The process reduces the fruit’s weight and removes moisture that would otherwise allow bacteria to proliferate, creating a tasty, shelf-stable snack. (Related: Food storage tips: How to dehydrate foods for long-term storage.)
You can make fruit leather using many fruits. Here’s how to make some using strawberries:
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Biltong is a staple South African food made by drying meat that has been immersed in vinegar and spices. This classic food can be made using various types of meat as long as it’s lean. Like ham, it will also last for several years. Here’s how to make it:
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Peasant bread is a hearty bread made with coarsely ground flour. It is typically served with soups or stews.
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Pilot crackers are a great vehicle for spreads and cured meats. You can find them in grocery stores, but you can also easily make them at home.
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Prepping for SHTF events also involves learning how to make nutritious foods to complement your emergency stockpile. Try any of the six recipes above to get started.
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