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Bla Band are the Scandinavian market leaders for expedition meals. Originally developed though collaboration with the Swedish military; the meals are now a must have for every outdoor enthusiast.
Bla Band says
A tasty vegetarian option for hungry adventurers. This meal is stuffed with couscous and vegetables with a subtle hint of spice. Part of the Blå Band Expedition Meal series, this meal not only tastes great but is easily prepared and filling. Can be eaten hot or cold.
Our Verdict
Staff here at UOG have found Bla Band's meals pretty tasty and easy to prepare. All you have to do is simply fill the packet up to the indicated level with hot or cold water, stir, wait a little and your ready to go! Not all food brands feature a water level indicator but we prefer they did as they are incredibly helpful.
The packaging is made from Flextrus Transofoil, which is both fully recyclable as a plastic and is designed in such a way to act as an excellent insulator, helping keep your meal hotter for longer.
There's something for everyone as Bla Band’s meals cater for people with special dietary requirements. Some of the meals are suitable for vegetarians, those with lactose intolerance and people who need their food to be gluten free.
 7/10 |
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| STAFF'S TASTE TEST - “Blå Band’s Couscous with Chilli Spiced Vegetables is a wholesome vegetarian meal that combines well-hydrated couscous with a generous mix of vegetables and a gentle hint of spice. The texture is spot-on, and while some might enjoy an extra kick, the mild spice level ensures it’s widely appealing. The consistency is fantastic if you use just a little less water than recommended, making it a satisfying, versatile choice.” |
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
Ingredients:
- Couscous 39 % (durum wheat flour), vegetables 31 % (carrot, red pepper, cabbage, leek, sweetcorn), palm fat, flavouring (contains celery), apple, yeast extract, modified potato starch, sugar, salt, glucose syrup, maize starch, spices, emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, colouring: paprika oleoresin.
- Lactose Free
- Suitable for Vegetarians
Preparations:
1 - Tear off the top and fold out the bottom
2 - Add 400 ml of boiling water (level H)
3 - Stir
4 - Re-seal, wait 10 mins
Add more water if required
Can be prepared using cold water, extend the time to > 30 mins
Specifications
Nutrition Facts
| Per meal | |
| Energy | 647 kcal |
| Protein | 17 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| - of which saturated |
11 g |
| Carbohydrates | 84 g |
| - of which sugar | 16 g |
| Fibre | 15 g |
| Salt | 4.2 g |
| Packet weight | 176 g |
