Hobo Pies
Skills Attained: Campfire Cooking
Supplies/Ingredients:
- Campfire
- Aluminum Foil
- Ground Meat (1/4 per person)
- Sliced Potatoes (1 per person)
- Chopped Onion (1/2 per person)
- Carrots (as preferred)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Garlic (to taste)
- Additional Seasoning (to taste)
- Oil (1-2 tablespoons per pie)
- Ketchup
Many of you may be wondering, "what in the world is a hobo pie?" I realize it may not be the most politically correct name, but it's the only term I've ever heard to describe this dish. I first learned of hobo pies at church camp as a child. Each cabin would have their own campfire, and each camper would prepare their own meal in separate aluminum foil pockets. As a young girl -- and still to this day -- I enjoyed preparing meals with friends and family and eating by the campfire. So, I hope you gather your loved ones around the campfire and enjoy this meal.
This post really teaches you a method to cook a meal on a fire. Get creative with your ingredients! I will show you my "classic" approach, and you can modify the recipe any way you would like. Also, this is a great way to get kids involved with cooking. I hope you enjoy this cooking experience as much as my family!
Here's a video that explains how I assemble the pies. I also provide more details below.
Here's a video that explains how I assemble the pies. I also provide more details below.
Start with two large sheets of aluminum foil. I like to use two sheets to help prevent the foil from tearing when flipping it over on the fire. You can make one large "pie" or individual-size "pies". I wouldn't make the aluminum pockets too large as it will be difficult to flip over the fire. Place the raw, chopped vegetables on the foil. In this recipe, I used onions, carrots, and potatoes. But as I mentioned, feel free to use any vegetables you like! I made a second pie that included some anaheim peppers for a little kick. Keep in mind the smaller the vegetables the faster they cook.
Next, add your ground meet. I used ground beef in one pocket and ground turkey in the other. I have never made this with chicken or non-ground meet, but I assume it would work just as well. You simply want to make sure your meet is cooked through all the way if you are cooking chicken. Finally, add your seasonings. Again, get creative! I used basic seasonings this time around: garlic, salt, pepper, and a "grilling seasoning". Don't forget to add oil! This will prevent the food from sticking to the foil while it cooks.
Now you are ready to create your pie. Add two more layers of aluminum foil on top that are the same size as the bottom layer. Fold over the sides of the foil all the way around to create a sealed pocket. This creates a enclosed chamber for the food to steam while cooking. You don't want the yummy flavors and juice to escape while it cooks as the food might become dry.
Prepare a nice, hot fire. Preferably, wait to place the hobo pies on the fire until flames have died down and the coals are red hot. It's nice to have a rack that sits above the fire, but I've seen people make hobo pies by placing them directly on the fire. If that is the case, you may need to pay closer attention to your pie as the food may burn more easily when it's directly on the heat. Put your pies over (or on) the fire and let them cook. The cook time depends on how hot your fire is and how far away the pies are from the heat. Cook the pies until the meat is cooked through and the vegetables are soft. In my experience, this takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Flip them over halfway through.
Take a look at this primitive delicacy. There is just something about a campfire that makes food taste good! I like to top this dish with ketchup, but you could certainly use any condiment or sauce you'd like.
Please leave your comments and let me know if
you have any tasty modifications you would make to this dish!
Recipe:
- Aluminum Foil
- Ground Meat (1/4 per person)
- Sliced Potatoes (1 per person)
- Chopped Onion (1/2 per person)
- Carrots (as preferred)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Garlic (to taste)
- Additional Seasoning (to taste)
- Oil (1-2 tablespoons per pie)
- Ketchup
- Tear off two equal size sheets of aluminum foil and lay both pieces on a flat surface.
- Chop the vegetables and place them on top of both layers of foil.
- Sprinkle the ground meat on top of the vegetables.
- Add seasoning.
- Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil over the meat and veggies to prevent sticking.
- Tear off two additional sheets of aluminum foil the same size at the bottom sheets and cover the food. Fold the foil over twice around all sides to create an enclosed pocket.
- Place the "pies" over the fire and let cook until the meat is done and the vegetables are tender. Approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
- Serve with ketchup or your desired condiment or sauce.
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