The 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo

ANDOUILLE-SPICED CHICKEN, OKRA & TOMATOES WITH GUMBO FILÉ AND LONG GRAIN LOUISIANA RICE

Our 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo is brimming with New Orleans Soul:  cajun spiced chicken, medium-grain white rice, sliced okra, onion-celery-green peppers (the holy trinity of cajun/creole cooking), roasted sweet corn and red ripe tomatoes – all deliciously swimming in a smokey roux-thickened broth!  

UPDATE for long-time buyers of our 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo - the addition of Tabasco Sauce has become optional! Add Tabasco for free if you want to jazz up your Gumbo or opt out of the extra weight and trash if you don't -- the choice is all yours!

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ABOUT OUR THE 'BIG EASY' CAJUN GUMBO

  • 1 Serving Backpacking Meal
     
  • Dietary Considerations:  meat dish (chicken); gluten conscious 
    • all-natural dehydrated and freeze-dried ingredients
    • 410 calories
    • 39 g protein
       
  • Meal Net Weight:  4.1 oz | 117 g    
     
  • Meal Includes:  seasoned gumbo with rice mix;  broth concentrate
     
  • Required:  boiling water
     
  • Recommended:  long handled spoon;  Cook-in-Cozy

  • Insider's Tip:  diced shelf-stable smoked sausage takes this dish up a notch! 

Remove

natural desiccant.

Add

2 cups (16 oz / 473 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir well.

Press

air from pouch; seal and shake.

Steep-Cook

for 15 minutes.

Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

STIR to blend.

 

ENJOY!

your 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo!

Ingredients & Nutrition

 

Ingredients:

White Rice, Cage-Free Chicken, Organic Chicken Stock, Gravy Base (food starchmodified, palm oil, enriched bleached flour, maltodextrin, salt, corn syrup solids, whey, sugar, buttermilk, nonfat milk, black pepper, mono & diglycerides, sodium caseinate, lactalbumin, dicalcium phosphate, color added), Turkey Stock, Potato Starch, Organic Tomatoes, Okra, Shallots, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Spices, Broth Seasoning (salt, sugar, soybean oil, natural chicken flavor, turmeric, chicken broth, annatto powder, natural flavor, spices, onion, parsley), Organic Whole Kernel Yellow Corn, Tomatoes, White Onion, Organic Fire-Roasted Yellow Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Ground Sassafras Leaves, Organic Carrot Granules, Natural Mesquite Smoke, Celery, Andouille Seasoning (paprika, salt, onion, garlic, sugar, spices), Okra Powder, Organic Yellow Onion, Spice, Bay Leaves, Green Onions, Organic Chives

Special Notes:

CONTAINS: Milk, Soy, Wheat

PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

Press Articles

"This hearty, tasty glop is one of the best dehydrated meals I’ve ever had,” declares one editor. A hands-down favorite, the gumbo jumble of chicken, okra—okra!—tomatoes, bell peppers, and rice is nearly foolproof to make: “Add too much water, and it was a nice soup; not enough and it was a rich stew,” says another tester.


— Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2011

Take the chill out of a winter evening with this hearty, delicious, stew-like entree. Packed with white-meat chicken, long-grain rice and tons of veggies, this savory gumbo had our staff fighting over the last ladle one cold night while camped on a glacier in Norway. “I’d never guess it was dehydrated,” says one tester. “The tubes of concentrated turkey broth give it home-cooked flavor.” Prep couldn’t be simpler: Just add water.


— Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Fall 2010

frequently asked questions

Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
 

We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

Reviews (22)

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    This was as delicious as everyone says. It's not exactly as good as a slow-cooked gumbo, but I really couldn't want for more in a freeze dried meal. It was the best rehydrated meal I've had so far!

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    I heard about Packit Gourmet Cajun Gumbo first on the trail in Wind River, and later Glacier. I'd meet someone and mention that I'm from Austin, and they'd say "that's where Packit Gourmet is! You've got to try the Cajun Gumbo, it's the best thing we've ever eaten on the trail." It is excellent, and I don't even like okra. And when I read the instructions and it said "add Tabasco to your taste," I thought "I would if I had some," and there it was, a little packet of Tabasco in the bag. It was like finding a little note inside, saying "enjoy your meal."

  • 3

    3.0 Fork Rating

    by

    I was hoping this would have more taste. I also end up adding more rice to it.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    Mixed in the jalapeno sausage with this. Good hearty meal for one person with enough for my daughter to try some as well. Flavor and texture was excellent.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    Bought a few different meals to try out on a family camping trip before I use them for my next solo backpacking trip. Gumbo was the first thing on the menu and it was amazing! Everything reconstituted perfectly. Flavors blended wonderfully! I will definitely order more and recommend to everyone I see!

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    This is one of the best trail meals I've EVER had!!!!

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    WOW, great meal! I highly recommend this, easy to make and delicious! I made this and the skillet bread for a meal and was very pleased! The tabasco is a nice touch!

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    Has a good flavor, not to salty, My only hangup is, it like eating boiled okra a little to slimy for me.

  • 5

    5.0 Fork Rating

    by

    By far one of the best backpacking meals I've had. I loved the unique taste of gumbo and I will definitely add this to my list of preferred meals on my next adventure. Take the time to make yourself a cozy for your pot or just an envelope type cozy. They make a huge difference in how your food hydrates. A great meal.

Cooking Method

just add water

Water Required

16 ounces

Temperature

boiling water

Cook time

15 minutes

Serving

16 ounces

  • About
  • ABOUT OUR THE 'BIG EASY' CAJUN GUMBO

    • 1 Serving Backpacking Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations:  meat dish (chicken); gluten conscious 
      • all-natural dehydrated and freeze-dried ingredients
      • 410 calories
      • 39 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  4.1 oz | 117 g    
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned gumbo with rice mix;  broth concentrate
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long handled spoon;  Cook-in-Cozy

    • Insider's Tip:  diced shelf-stable smoked sausage takes this dish up a notch! 

    Remove

    natural desiccant.

    Add

    2 cups (16 oz / 473 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir well.

    Press

    air from pouch; seal and shake.

    Steep-Cook

    for 15 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR to blend.

     

    ENJOY!

    your 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

    Ingredients:

    White Rice, Cage-Free Chicken, Organic Chicken Stock, Gravy Base (food starchmodified, palm oil, enriched bleached flour, maltodextrin, salt, corn syrup solids, whey, sugar, buttermilk, nonfat milk, black pepper, mono & diglycerides, sodium caseinate, lactalbumin, dicalcium phosphate, color added), Turkey Stock, Potato Starch, Organic Tomatoes, Okra, Shallots, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Spices, Broth Seasoning (salt, sugar, soybean oil, natural chicken flavor, turmeric, chicken broth, annatto powder, natural flavor, spices, onion, parsley), Organic Whole Kernel Yellow Corn, Tomatoes, White Onion, Organic Fire-Roasted Yellow Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Ground Sassafras Leaves, Organic Carrot Granules, Natural Mesquite Smoke, Celery, Andouille Seasoning (paprika, salt, onion, garlic, sugar, spices), Okra Powder, Organic Yellow Onion, Spice, Bay Leaves, Green Onions, Organic Chives

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk, Soy, Wheat

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

    Press Articles

    "This hearty, tasty glop is one of the best dehydrated meals I’ve ever had,” declares one editor. A hands-down favorite, the gumbo jumble of chicken, okra—okra!—tomatoes, bell peppers, and rice is nearly foolproof to make: “Add too much water, and it was a nice soup; not enough and it was a rich stew,” says another tester.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2011

    Take the chill out of a winter evening with this hearty, delicious, stew-like entree. Packed with white-meat chicken, long-grain rice and tons of veggies, this savory gumbo had our staff fighting over the last ladle one cold night while camped on a glacier in Norway. “I’d never guess it was dehydrated,” says one tester. “The tubes of concentrated turkey broth give it home-cooked flavor.” Prep couldn’t be simpler: Just add water.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Fall 2010

    frequently asked questions

    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (22)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This was as delicious as everyone says. It's not exactly as good as a slow-cooked gumbo, but I really couldn't want for more in a freeze dried meal. It was the best rehydrated meal I've had so far!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I heard about Packit Gourmet Cajun Gumbo first on the trail in Wind River, and later Glacier. I'd meet someone and mention that I'm from Austin, and they'd say "that's where Packit Gourmet is! You've got to try the Cajun Gumbo, it's the best thing we've ever eaten on the trail." It is excellent, and I don't even like okra. And when I read the instructions and it said "add Tabasco to your taste," I thought "I would if I had some," and there it was, a little packet of Tabasco in the bag. It was like finding a little note inside, saying "enjoy your meal."

    • 3

      3.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I was hoping this would have more taste. I also end up adding more rice to it.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Mixed in the jalapeno sausage with this. Good hearty meal for one person with enough for my daughter to try some as well. Flavor and texture was excellent.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Bought a few different meals to try out on a family camping trip before I use them for my next solo backpacking trip. Gumbo was the first thing on the menu and it was amazing! Everything reconstituted perfectly. Flavors blended wonderfully! I will definitely order more and recommend to everyone I see!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is one of the best trail meals I've EVER had!!!!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      WOW, great meal! I highly recommend this, easy to make and delicious! I made this and the skillet bread for a meal and was very pleased! The tabasco is a nice touch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Has a good flavor, not to salty, My only hangup is, it like eating boiled okra a little to slimy for me.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      By far one of the best backpacking meals I've had. I loved the unique taste of gumbo and I will definitely add this to my list of preferred meals on my next adventure. Take the time to make yourself a cozy for your pot or just an envelope type cozy. They make a huge difference in how your food hydrates. A great meal.

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    16 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    15 minutes

    Serving

    16 ounces

  • Instructions
  • ABOUT OUR THE 'BIG EASY' CAJUN GUMBO

    • 1 Serving Backpacking Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations:  meat dish (chicken); gluten conscious 
      • all-natural dehydrated and freeze-dried ingredients
      • 410 calories
      • 39 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  4.1 oz | 117 g    
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned gumbo with rice mix;  broth concentrate
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long handled spoon;  Cook-in-Cozy

    • Insider's Tip:  diced shelf-stable smoked sausage takes this dish up a notch! 

    Remove

    natural desiccant.

    Add

    2 cups (16 oz / 473 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir well.

    Press

    air from pouch; seal and shake.

    Steep-Cook

    for 15 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR to blend.

     

    ENJOY!

    your 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

    Ingredients:

    White Rice, Cage-Free Chicken, Organic Chicken Stock, Gravy Base (food starchmodified, palm oil, enriched bleached flour, maltodextrin, salt, corn syrup solids, whey, sugar, buttermilk, nonfat milk, black pepper, mono & diglycerides, sodium caseinate, lactalbumin, dicalcium phosphate, color added), Turkey Stock, Potato Starch, Organic Tomatoes, Okra, Shallots, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Spices, Broth Seasoning (salt, sugar, soybean oil, natural chicken flavor, turmeric, chicken broth, annatto powder, natural flavor, spices, onion, parsley), Organic Whole Kernel Yellow Corn, Tomatoes, White Onion, Organic Fire-Roasted Yellow Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Ground Sassafras Leaves, Organic Carrot Granules, Natural Mesquite Smoke, Celery, Andouille Seasoning (paprika, salt, onion, garlic, sugar, spices), Okra Powder, Organic Yellow Onion, Spice, Bay Leaves, Green Onions, Organic Chives

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk, Soy, Wheat

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

    Press Articles

    "This hearty, tasty glop is one of the best dehydrated meals I’ve ever had,” declares one editor. A hands-down favorite, the gumbo jumble of chicken, okra—okra!—tomatoes, bell peppers, and rice is nearly foolproof to make: “Add too much water, and it was a nice soup; not enough and it was a rich stew,” says another tester.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2011

    Take the chill out of a winter evening with this hearty, delicious, stew-like entree. Packed with white-meat chicken, long-grain rice and tons of veggies, this savory gumbo had our staff fighting over the last ladle one cold night while camped on a glacier in Norway. “I’d never guess it was dehydrated,” says one tester. “The tubes of concentrated turkey broth give it home-cooked flavor.” Prep couldn’t be simpler: Just add water.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Fall 2010

    frequently asked questions

    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (22)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This was as delicious as everyone says. It's not exactly as good as a slow-cooked gumbo, but I really couldn't want for more in a freeze dried meal. It was the best rehydrated meal I've had so far!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I heard about Packit Gourmet Cajun Gumbo first on the trail in Wind River, and later Glacier. I'd meet someone and mention that I'm from Austin, and they'd say "that's where Packit Gourmet is! You've got to try the Cajun Gumbo, it's the best thing we've ever eaten on the trail." It is excellent, and I don't even like okra. And when I read the instructions and it said "add Tabasco to your taste," I thought "I would if I had some," and there it was, a little packet of Tabasco in the bag. It was like finding a little note inside, saying "enjoy your meal."

    • 3

      3.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I was hoping this would have more taste. I also end up adding more rice to it.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Mixed in the jalapeno sausage with this. Good hearty meal for one person with enough for my daughter to try some as well. Flavor and texture was excellent.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Bought a few different meals to try out on a family camping trip before I use them for my next solo backpacking trip. Gumbo was the first thing on the menu and it was amazing! Everything reconstituted perfectly. Flavors blended wonderfully! I will definitely order more and recommend to everyone I see!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is one of the best trail meals I've EVER had!!!!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      WOW, great meal! I highly recommend this, easy to make and delicious! I made this and the skillet bread for a meal and was very pleased! The tabasco is a nice touch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Has a good flavor, not to salty, My only hangup is, it like eating boiled okra a little to slimy for me.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      By far one of the best backpacking meals I've had. I loved the unique taste of gumbo and I will definitely add this to my list of preferred meals on my next adventure. Take the time to make yourself a cozy for your pot or just an envelope type cozy. They make a huge difference in how your food hydrates. A great meal.

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    16 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    15 minutes

    Serving

    16 ounces

  • Ingredients & Nutrition
  • ABOUT OUR THE 'BIG EASY' CAJUN GUMBO

    • 1 Serving Backpacking Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations:  meat dish (chicken); gluten conscious 
      • all-natural dehydrated and freeze-dried ingredients
      • 410 calories
      • 39 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  4.1 oz | 117 g    
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned gumbo with rice mix;  broth concentrate
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long handled spoon;  Cook-in-Cozy

    • Insider's Tip:  diced shelf-stable smoked sausage takes this dish up a notch! 

    Remove

    natural desiccant.

    Add

    2 cups (16 oz / 473 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir well.

    Press

    air from pouch; seal and shake.

    Steep-Cook

    for 15 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR to blend.

     

    ENJOY!

    your 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

    Ingredients:

    White Rice, Cage-Free Chicken, Organic Chicken Stock, Gravy Base (food starchmodified, palm oil, enriched bleached flour, maltodextrin, salt, corn syrup solids, whey, sugar, buttermilk, nonfat milk, black pepper, mono & diglycerides, sodium caseinate, lactalbumin, dicalcium phosphate, color added), Turkey Stock, Potato Starch, Organic Tomatoes, Okra, Shallots, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Spices, Broth Seasoning (salt, sugar, soybean oil, natural chicken flavor, turmeric, chicken broth, annatto powder, natural flavor, spices, onion, parsley), Organic Whole Kernel Yellow Corn, Tomatoes, White Onion, Organic Fire-Roasted Yellow Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Ground Sassafras Leaves, Organic Carrot Granules, Natural Mesquite Smoke, Celery, Andouille Seasoning (paprika, salt, onion, garlic, sugar, spices), Okra Powder, Organic Yellow Onion, Spice, Bay Leaves, Green Onions, Organic Chives

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk, Soy, Wheat

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

    Press Articles

    "This hearty, tasty glop is one of the best dehydrated meals I’ve ever had,” declares one editor. A hands-down favorite, the gumbo jumble of chicken, okra—okra!—tomatoes, bell peppers, and rice is nearly foolproof to make: “Add too much water, and it was a nice soup; not enough and it was a rich stew,” says another tester.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2011

    Take the chill out of a winter evening with this hearty, delicious, stew-like entree. Packed with white-meat chicken, long-grain rice and tons of veggies, this savory gumbo had our staff fighting over the last ladle one cold night while camped on a glacier in Norway. “I’d never guess it was dehydrated,” says one tester. “The tubes of concentrated turkey broth give it home-cooked flavor.” Prep couldn’t be simpler: Just add water.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Fall 2010

    frequently asked questions

    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (22)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This was as delicious as everyone says. It's not exactly as good as a slow-cooked gumbo, but I really couldn't want for more in a freeze dried meal. It was the best rehydrated meal I've had so far!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I heard about Packit Gourmet Cajun Gumbo first on the trail in Wind River, and later Glacier. I'd meet someone and mention that I'm from Austin, and they'd say "that's where Packit Gourmet is! You've got to try the Cajun Gumbo, it's the best thing we've ever eaten on the trail." It is excellent, and I don't even like okra. And when I read the instructions and it said "add Tabasco to your taste," I thought "I would if I had some," and there it was, a little packet of Tabasco in the bag. It was like finding a little note inside, saying "enjoy your meal."

    • 3

      3.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I was hoping this would have more taste. I also end up adding more rice to it.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Mixed in the jalapeno sausage with this. Good hearty meal for one person with enough for my daughter to try some as well. Flavor and texture was excellent.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Bought a few different meals to try out on a family camping trip before I use them for my next solo backpacking trip. Gumbo was the first thing on the menu and it was amazing! Everything reconstituted perfectly. Flavors blended wonderfully! I will definitely order more and recommend to everyone I see!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is one of the best trail meals I've EVER had!!!!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      WOW, great meal! I highly recommend this, easy to make and delicious! I made this and the skillet bread for a meal and was very pleased! The tabasco is a nice touch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Has a good flavor, not to salty, My only hangup is, it like eating boiled okra a little to slimy for me.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      By far one of the best backpacking meals I've had. I loved the unique taste of gumbo and I will definitely add this to my list of preferred meals on my next adventure. Take the time to make yourself a cozy for your pot or just an envelope type cozy. They make a huge difference in how your food hydrates. A great meal.

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    16 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    15 minutes

    Serving

    16 ounces

  • Reviews (22)
  • ABOUT OUR THE 'BIG EASY' CAJUN GUMBO

    • 1 Serving Backpacking Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations:  meat dish (chicken); gluten conscious 
      • all-natural dehydrated and freeze-dried ingredients
      • 410 calories
      • 39 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  4.1 oz | 117 g    
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned gumbo with rice mix;  broth concentrate
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long handled spoon;  Cook-in-Cozy

    • Insider's Tip:  diced shelf-stable smoked sausage takes this dish up a notch! 

    Remove

    natural desiccant.

    Add

    2 cups (16 oz / 473 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir well.

    Press

    air from pouch; seal and shake.

    Steep-Cook

    for 15 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR to blend.

     

    ENJOY!

    your 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

    Ingredients:

    White Rice, Cage-Free Chicken, Organic Chicken Stock, Gravy Base (food starchmodified, palm oil, enriched bleached flour, maltodextrin, salt, corn syrup solids, whey, sugar, buttermilk, nonfat milk, black pepper, mono & diglycerides, sodium caseinate, lactalbumin, dicalcium phosphate, color added), Turkey Stock, Potato Starch, Organic Tomatoes, Okra, Shallots, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Spices, Broth Seasoning (salt, sugar, soybean oil, natural chicken flavor, turmeric, chicken broth, annatto powder, natural flavor, spices, onion, parsley), Organic Whole Kernel Yellow Corn, Tomatoes, White Onion, Organic Fire-Roasted Yellow Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Ground Sassafras Leaves, Organic Carrot Granules, Natural Mesquite Smoke, Celery, Andouille Seasoning (paprika, salt, onion, garlic, sugar, spices), Okra Powder, Organic Yellow Onion, Spice, Bay Leaves, Green Onions, Organic Chives

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk, Soy, Wheat

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

    Press Articles

    "This hearty, tasty glop is one of the best dehydrated meals I’ve ever had,” declares one editor. A hands-down favorite, the gumbo jumble of chicken, okra—okra!—tomatoes, bell peppers, and rice is nearly foolproof to make: “Add too much water, and it was a nice soup; not enough and it was a rich stew,” says another tester.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2011

    Take the chill out of a winter evening with this hearty, delicious, stew-like entree. Packed with white-meat chicken, long-grain rice and tons of veggies, this savory gumbo had our staff fighting over the last ladle one cold night while camped on a glacier in Norway. “I’d never guess it was dehydrated,” says one tester. “The tubes of concentrated turkey broth give it home-cooked flavor.” Prep couldn’t be simpler: Just add water.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Fall 2010

    frequently asked questions

    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (22)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This was as delicious as everyone says. It's not exactly as good as a slow-cooked gumbo, but I really couldn't want for more in a freeze dried meal. It was the best rehydrated meal I've had so far!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I heard about Packit Gourmet Cajun Gumbo first on the trail in Wind River, and later Glacier. I'd meet someone and mention that I'm from Austin, and they'd say "that's where Packit Gourmet is! You've got to try the Cajun Gumbo, it's the best thing we've ever eaten on the trail." It is excellent, and I don't even like okra. And when I read the instructions and it said "add Tabasco to your taste," I thought "I would if I had some," and there it was, a little packet of Tabasco in the bag. It was like finding a little note inside, saying "enjoy your meal."

    • 3

      3.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I was hoping this would have more taste. I also end up adding more rice to it.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Mixed in the jalapeno sausage with this. Good hearty meal for one person with enough for my daughter to try some as well. Flavor and texture was excellent.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Bought a few different meals to try out on a family camping trip before I use them for my next solo backpacking trip. Gumbo was the first thing on the menu and it was amazing! Everything reconstituted perfectly. Flavors blended wonderfully! I will definitely order more and recommend to everyone I see!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is one of the best trail meals I've EVER had!!!!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      WOW, great meal! I highly recommend this, easy to make and delicious! I made this and the skillet bread for a meal and was very pleased! The tabasco is a nice touch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Has a good flavor, not to salty, My only hangup is, it like eating boiled okra a little to slimy for me.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      By far one of the best backpacking meals I've had. I loved the unique taste of gumbo and I will definitely add this to my list of preferred meals on my next adventure. Take the time to make yourself a cozy for your pot or just an envelope type cozy. They make a huge difference in how your food hydrates. A great meal.

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    16 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    15 minutes

    Serving

    16 ounces

  • Press
  • ABOUT OUR THE 'BIG EASY' CAJUN GUMBO

    • 1 Serving Backpacking Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations:  meat dish (chicken); gluten conscious 
      • all-natural dehydrated and freeze-dried ingredients
      • 410 calories
      • 39 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  4.1 oz | 117 g    
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned gumbo with rice mix;  broth concentrate
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long handled spoon;  Cook-in-Cozy

    • Insider's Tip:  diced shelf-stable smoked sausage takes this dish up a notch! 

    Remove

    natural desiccant.

    Add

    2 cups (16 oz / 473 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir well.

    Press

    air from pouch; seal and shake.

    Steep-Cook

    for 15 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR to blend.

     

    ENJOY!

    your 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

    Ingredients:

    White Rice, Cage-Free Chicken, Organic Chicken Stock, Gravy Base (food starchmodified, palm oil, enriched bleached flour, maltodextrin, salt, corn syrup solids, whey, sugar, buttermilk, nonfat milk, black pepper, mono & diglycerides, sodium caseinate, lactalbumin, dicalcium phosphate, color added), Turkey Stock, Potato Starch, Organic Tomatoes, Okra, Shallots, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Spices, Broth Seasoning (salt, sugar, soybean oil, natural chicken flavor, turmeric, chicken broth, annatto powder, natural flavor, spices, onion, parsley), Organic Whole Kernel Yellow Corn, Tomatoes, White Onion, Organic Fire-Roasted Yellow Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Ground Sassafras Leaves, Organic Carrot Granules, Natural Mesquite Smoke, Celery, Andouille Seasoning (paprika, salt, onion, garlic, sugar, spices), Okra Powder, Organic Yellow Onion, Spice, Bay Leaves, Green Onions, Organic Chives

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk, Soy, Wheat

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

    Press Articles

    "This hearty, tasty glop is one of the best dehydrated meals I’ve ever had,” declares one editor. A hands-down favorite, the gumbo jumble of chicken, okra—okra!—tomatoes, bell peppers, and rice is nearly foolproof to make: “Add too much water, and it was a nice soup; not enough and it was a rich stew,” says another tester.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2011

    Take the chill out of a winter evening with this hearty, delicious, stew-like entree. Packed with white-meat chicken, long-grain rice and tons of veggies, this savory gumbo had our staff fighting over the last ladle one cold night while camped on a glacier in Norway. “I’d never guess it was dehydrated,” says one tester. “The tubes of concentrated turkey broth give it home-cooked flavor.” Prep couldn’t be simpler: Just add water.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Fall 2010

    frequently asked questions

    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (22)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This was as delicious as everyone says. It's not exactly as good as a slow-cooked gumbo, but I really couldn't want for more in a freeze dried meal. It was the best rehydrated meal I've had so far!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I heard about Packit Gourmet Cajun Gumbo first on the trail in Wind River, and later Glacier. I'd meet someone and mention that I'm from Austin, and they'd say "that's where Packit Gourmet is! You've got to try the Cajun Gumbo, it's the best thing we've ever eaten on the trail." It is excellent, and I don't even like okra. And when I read the instructions and it said "add Tabasco to your taste," I thought "I would if I had some," and there it was, a little packet of Tabasco in the bag. It was like finding a little note inside, saying "enjoy your meal."

    • 3

      3.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I was hoping this would have more taste. I also end up adding more rice to it.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Mixed in the jalapeno sausage with this. Good hearty meal for one person with enough for my daughter to try some as well. Flavor and texture was excellent.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Bought a few different meals to try out on a family camping trip before I use them for my next solo backpacking trip. Gumbo was the first thing on the menu and it was amazing! Everything reconstituted perfectly. Flavors blended wonderfully! I will definitely order more and recommend to everyone I see!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is one of the best trail meals I've EVER had!!!!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      WOW, great meal! I highly recommend this, easy to make and delicious! I made this and the skillet bread for a meal and was very pleased! The tabasco is a nice touch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Has a good flavor, not to salty, My only hangup is, it like eating boiled okra a little to slimy for me.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      By far one of the best backpacking meals I've had. I loved the unique taste of gumbo and I will definitely add this to my list of preferred meals on my next adventure. Take the time to make yourself a cozy for your pot or just an envelope type cozy. They make a huge difference in how your food hydrates. A great meal.

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    16 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    15 minutes

    Serving

    16 ounces

  • FAQS
  • ABOUT OUR THE 'BIG EASY' CAJUN GUMBO

    • 1 Serving Backpacking Meal
       
    • Dietary Considerations:  meat dish (chicken); gluten conscious 
      • all-natural dehydrated and freeze-dried ingredients
      • 410 calories
      • 39 g protein
         
    • Meal Net Weight:  4.1 oz | 117 g    
       
    • Meal Includes:  seasoned gumbo with rice mix;  broth concentrate
       
    • Required:  boiling water
       
    • Recommended:  long handled spoon;  Cook-in-Cozy

    • Insider's Tip:  diced shelf-stable smoked sausage takes this dish up a notch! 

    Remove

    natural desiccant.

    Add

    2 cups (16 oz / 473 ml) of boiling water to the pouch and stir well.

    Press

    air from pouch; seal and shake.

    Steep-Cook

    for 15 minutes.

    Cook-in-Cozy™ recommended but not required. 

    STIR to blend.

     

    ENJOY!

    your 'Big Easy' Cajun Gumbo!

    Ingredients & Nutrition

     

    Ingredients:

    White Rice, Cage-Free Chicken, Organic Chicken Stock, Gravy Base (food starchmodified, palm oil, enriched bleached flour, maltodextrin, salt, corn syrup solids, whey, sugar, buttermilk, nonfat milk, black pepper, mono & diglycerides, sodium caseinate, lactalbumin, dicalcium phosphate, color added), Turkey Stock, Potato Starch, Organic Tomatoes, Okra, Shallots, Red and Green Bell Peppers, Spices, Broth Seasoning (salt, sugar, soybean oil, natural chicken flavor, turmeric, chicken broth, annatto powder, natural flavor, spices, onion, parsley), Organic Whole Kernel Yellow Corn, Tomatoes, White Onion, Organic Fire-Roasted Yellow Corn, Green Bell Pepper, Ground Sassafras Leaves, Organic Carrot Granules, Natural Mesquite Smoke, Celery, Andouille Seasoning (paprika, salt, onion, garlic, sugar, spices), Okra Powder, Organic Yellow Onion, Spice, Bay Leaves, Green Onions, Organic Chives

    Special Notes:

    CONTAINS: Milk, Soy, Wheat

    PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT HANDLES WHEAT, EGG, MILK, SOYBEAN, PEANUT AND TREE NUT PRODUCTS.

    Press Articles

    "This hearty, tasty glop is one of the best dehydrated meals I’ve ever had,” declares one editor. A hands-down favorite, the gumbo jumble of chicken, okra—okra!—tomatoes, bell peppers, and rice is nearly foolproof to make: “Add too much water, and it was a nice soup; not enough and it was a rich stew,” says another tester.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Spring 2011

    Take the chill out of a winter evening with this hearty, delicious, stew-like entree. Packed with white-meat chicken, long-grain rice and tons of veggies, this savory gumbo had our staff fighting over the last ladle one cold night while camped on a glacier in Norway. “I’d never guess it was dehydrated,” says one tester. “The tubes of concentrated turkey broth give it home-cooked flavor.” Prep couldn’t be simpler: Just add water.


    — Backpacker Magazine Editor's Choice/Gear Guide, Fall 2010

    frequently asked questions

    Why is a Cook–in–Cozy™ recommended?
     

    We recommend that all of our hot meals spend time "steep-cooking" while snuggled in a Cook-in-Cozy. We find this method promotes a more consistent temperature and steady cook time for Cook-in-Bag preparation; and results in a better serving temperature for your meal. When not in use, our Cook-in-Cozy folds away nicely in your pack for storage and weighs in at only 1.4oz.

    Reviews (22)

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This was as delicious as everyone says. It's not exactly as good as a slow-cooked gumbo, but I really couldn't want for more in a freeze dried meal. It was the best rehydrated meal I've had so far!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I heard about Packit Gourmet Cajun Gumbo first on the trail in Wind River, and later Glacier. I'd meet someone and mention that I'm from Austin, and they'd say "that's where Packit Gourmet is! You've got to try the Cajun Gumbo, it's the best thing we've ever eaten on the trail." It is excellent, and I don't even like okra. And when I read the instructions and it said "add Tabasco to your taste," I thought "I would if I had some," and there it was, a little packet of Tabasco in the bag. It was like finding a little note inside, saying "enjoy your meal."

    • 3

      3.0 Fork Rating

      by

      I was hoping this would have more taste. I also end up adding more rice to it.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Mixed in the jalapeno sausage with this. Good hearty meal for one person with enough for my daughter to try some as well. Flavor and texture was excellent.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Bought a few different meals to try out on a family camping trip before I use them for my next solo backpacking trip. Gumbo was the first thing on the menu and it was amazing! Everything reconstituted perfectly. Flavors blended wonderfully! I will definitely order more and recommend to everyone I see!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      This is one of the best trail meals I've EVER had!!!!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      WOW, great meal! I highly recommend this, easy to make and delicious! I made this and the skillet bread for a meal and was very pleased! The tabasco is a nice touch!

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      Has a good flavor, not to salty, My only hangup is, it like eating boiled okra a little to slimy for me.

    • 5

      5.0 Fork Rating

      by

      By far one of the best backpacking meals I've had. I loved the unique taste of gumbo and I will definitely add this to my list of preferred meals on my next adventure. Take the time to make yourself a cozy for your pot or just an envelope type cozy. They make a huge difference in how your food hydrates. A great meal.

    Cooking Method

    just add water

    Water Required

    16 ounces

    Temperature

    boiling water

    Cook time

    15 minutes

    Serving

    16 ounces