--- product_id: 214522568 title: "Chana Masala" brand: "backpacker's pantry" price: "€ 89.57" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Backpacker's Pantry" url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/214522568-chana-masala store_origin: IE region: Ireland --- # 14g protein - vegan & gluten free fuel 15-20 min rehydration - quick gourmet outdoors 2 servings per pouch - share or savor solo Chana Masala **Brand:** backpacker's pantry **Price:** € 89.57 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍛 Elevate your trail meals with award-winning, protein-packed Chana Masala! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Chana Masala by backpacker's pantry - **How much does it cost?** € 89.57 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/214522568-chana-masala) ## Best For - backpacker's pantry enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted backpacker's pantry brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Inclusive & Clean:** Vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, soy & nut free — perfect for every dietary lifestyle. - • **Effortless Gourmet:** Just add boiling water and wait 15-20 minutes for authentic Indian curry. - • **Fuel Your Adventure:** High-protein, nutritionally balanced meal to power your longest days. - • **Award-Winning Flavor:** Backpacker Magazine’s Editor’s Choice for best backpacking meal of the year. - • **Travel-Ready Packaging:** Compact, durable pouches designed for easy carry and long 7-year shelf life. ## Overview Backpacker's Pantry Chana Masala delivers two hearty servings of authentic, freeze-dried Indian curry packed with 14 grams of vegan protein per pouch. Ready in just 15-20 minutes with boiling water, this gluten-free, non-GMO meal is perfect for backpacking, camping, or emergency prep. Its compact, durable packaging and 7-year shelf life ensure you’re always prepared with a flavorful, nutritious meal that’s won Backpacker Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award. ## Description You’ll get two servings from this pouch, but we doubt you’ll want to share. Our spin on this classic Indian curry dish from the Punjab region features delectable chickpeas in a blend of chilies and rice. It’s also high in protein and calories, making it the perfect way to refuel after a long day spent outside. You’ll hardly believe a pot, water, heat to get that water boiling, and 15-20 minutes of rehydration time is all that lies between you and a lightweight, nutritionally balanced meal. Backpacker Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award winning backpacking meal of the year! It deserves all the accolades it gets. A full flavored, delicious, vegan meal for backpacking or at your desk. Two hearty servings provide high protein, nutritionally balanced vegetarian comfort food for the longest of days. Highest quality turmeric is used for brain and joint health. The authentic spices and coconut milk are a rich base for the rice, freeze-dried garbanzos and vegetables in this international favorite from the Punjab region of India. Backpacker’s Pantry Chana Masala is the best meal outside of a 5 star Indian restaurant you can find and it is yours to enjoy on a mountain top, on a sailboat, in a tent or a bird blind. Traveling with Backpacker’s Pantry Chana Masala is a cinch because of it’s durable compact packaging & it conveniently only needs two cups of boiling water and about 20 minutes hydration time to make a two serving pouch. Enjoy as a side dish if you are car camping & grilling a chicken breast. Don’t forget the naan! Also delicious as a room temperature salad for lunch or rolled in a tortilla. Just hydrate at camp in the morning & bring along for later. Chana Masala happens to be nut free, soy free, dairy-free and gluten free. Best of all it is Non-GMO as well. Seven year shelf life lets you be prepared for any emergency. Soy free. Review: Great flavor and texture - Maybe I don't expect a lot from freeze-dried meals, which also makes me cringe at their cost, but I think this meal was one of the better ones I've had. Yes, it's not restaurant or homemade quality. If you pick up a freeze-dried meal expecting that, then I don't know what to say. If you know what you're getting yourself into though, then this is a great addition to your meal rotation. Especially if you're looking for something meat-less. And as far as price goes, this is in one of the more affordable ranges for freeze-dried meals, which is nice as it gives me more options to take out with me. As others have mentioned, there is a noticeable spice to it. If you like spicy food, then it's nice to have that as an option and there were no digesting issues experienced from it. If you are sensitive to spicy foods though, then be warned. Especially if you have a limited supply of water with you. Review: Chana Masala: Pretty Good - SPICY. A warning to those with sensitive palates. This is spicy. I love spicy food so it tastes good to me. But I can see how some might not like this. I followed the instructions, but it was still a little underhydrated. So an added a splash of hot water and let it sit. For a really long time because I got busy doing other things. Then the consistency was good. I know not at all “survivalist”, but it tasted really good scooped on flatbread with Greek yogurt, chopped fresh coriander, and a squeeze of fresh lime. The portion is large enough for two. I really enjoyed eating this. ## Features - GOOD FOOD ON THE GO. Enjoy straight-from-the-kitchen taste wherever you are with our signature Chana Masala. Whether you're camping, backpacking, or spending the day on the lake, a taste of home is just minutes away. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07L4HQF8F | | Age Range Description | All Ages | | Allergen Information | Allergen-Free | | Best Sellers Rank | #308 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #3 in Camping Freeze-Dried Food | | Brand | Backpacker's Pantry | | Brand Name | Backpacker's Pantry | | Color | See Packaging | | Container Type | Pouch | | Cuisine | Indian | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,094 Reviews | | Diet Type | Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian | | Flavor | Chana Masala | | Global Trade Identification Number | 30048143023020, 30048143023198 | | Included Components | 6 Pack | | Item Highlight | 19g Protein | 620 Cal | Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free | Made in the USA | Freeze Dried Meal & Camping Food | | Item Type Name | Freeze Dried & Dehydrated Backpacking Food | | Item Weight | 5.8 ounces | | Manufacturer | Backpacker's Pantry | | Model Number | 102302-CASE-6 | | Number of Items | 6 | | Number of Pieces | 6 | | Package Information | Pouch | | Package Size Name | 6 Pack | | Part Number | 102302-CASE-6 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Climbing, Kayaking, Sailing, Overlanding, Emergency Preparedness, Mountaineering Recommended Uses For Product Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Climbing, Kayaking, Sailing, Overlanding, Emergency Preparedness, Mountaineering See more | | Set Name | Chana Masala | | Size | 6 Count | | Specialty | Vegan | | Unit Count | 6 Count | | Warranty Description | See Package | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Backpacker's Pantry - **Flavor:** Chicken, Chili, Coconut - **Item Weight:** 3 Pounds - **Number of Items:** 6 - **Package Information:** Pack ## Images ![Chana Masala - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fh+1FccbL.jpg) ![Chana Masala - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Hfju4jMAL.jpg) ![Chana Masala - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81SwK+VZ2hL.jpg) ![Chana Masala - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81v83U+oYrL.jpg) ![Chana Masala - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KtUAlkq2L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great flavor and texture *by D***I on April 4, 2024* Maybe I don't expect a lot from freeze-dried meals, which also makes me cringe at their cost, but I think this meal was one of the better ones I've had. Yes, it's not restaurant or homemade quality. If you pick up a freeze-dried meal expecting that, then I don't know what to say. If you know what you're getting yourself into though, then this is a great addition to your meal rotation. Especially if you're looking for something meat-less. And as far as price goes, this is in one of the more affordable ranges for freeze-dried meals, which is nice as it gives me more options to take out with me. As others have mentioned, there is a noticeable spice to it. If you like spicy food, then it's nice to have that as an option and there were no digesting issues experienced from it. If you are sensitive to spicy foods though, then be warned. Especially if you have a limited supply of water with you. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chana Masala: Pretty Good *by B***J on December 30, 2023* SPICY. A warning to those with sensitive palates. This is spicy. I love spicy food so it tastes good to me. But I can see how some might not like this. I followed the instructions, but it was still a little underhydrated. So an added a splash of hot water and let it sit. For a really long time because I got busy doing other things. Then the consistency was good. I know not at all “survivalist”, but it tasted really good scooped on flatbread with Greek yogurt, chopped fresh coriander, and a squeeze of fresh lime. The portion is large enough for two. I really enjoyed eating this. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Okay taste *by L***G on May 30, 2026* These are little bit spicy, but overall tasty. When uoj walked for the whole day, nobody is that picky. Again if your spice tolerance is zero, I do recommend buying something else. ## Frequently Bought Together - Backpacker's Pantry Chana Masala - Freeze Dried Backpacking & Camping Food - Emergency Food - 21 Grams of Protein, Vegan, Gluten-Free - 6 Count - Backpacker's Pantry Kathmandu Curry - Freeze Dried Backpacking & Camping Food - Emergency Food - 24 Grams of Protein, Vegan, Gluten-Free - 6 Count - Backpacker's Pantry Pad Thai - Freeze Dried Backpacking & Camping Food - Emergency Food - 23 Grams of Protein, Vegan, Gluten Free --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ie/products/214522568-chana-masala](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/214522568-chana-masala) --- *Product available on Desertcart Ireland* *Store origin: IE* *Last updated: 2026-09-03*