CORNED BEEF ALTERNATIVES
by Long Henson

Ahh Corned Beef...the most common backpacking food there is. I remember, MMS banned the consumption, distribution and possession of one during climbs (1997-98). This was due to the fact that there were series of climbs before (95-96) where almost all members only bought corned beef during treks. Imagine, corned beef for breakfast, lunch and dinner...oh well, here are experimental dishes we were able to create during those dark days :

CORNED BEEF STEW
If you want hot soup on your meals and the only thing you got are corned beef in cans...

1 can of corned beef
diced potatoes
garlic and onions
vegetable mix (cabbage, carrots etc.)
vegetable oil

Sauté the garlic and onions then add the corned beef. When everything seems to be alright, add water (yes you can use water from the water sources (rivers etc.) than the mineral water you have bought. Just use it as your drinking water) then the vegetables. Simmer till the potatoes are edible.

CORNED BEEF ALOHA
I remember in our office canteen,  every dish with a pineapple on it are called "aloha." So I guess, this one fits to be called corned beef aloha. In the end of the day, you started preparing for dinner and all you got is a can of corned beef and a can of pineapple chunks. So what do you gonna do ?

1 can of corned beef
garlic and onions
piece of tomato if available
pineapple chunks

Sauté the garlic and onion then put the corned beef and tomato in. After a few minutes, add the pineapple chunks. Eeeewh.

TORTANG CORNED BEEF
Something I got from my mom.

1 can corned beef
2 eggs, beaten
garlic and onions

Saute the garlic and onions then put in the corned beef. Then add the eggs and shape like small pancakes.

CORNED BEEF AND BEANS

The two of the most popular canned food for camping but trying to mix them will not make it more popular.

1 can corned beef
1 can pork and beans (Beans and Pork actually)
garlic, onions and cabbage

Saute the garlic and onions then mix the corned beef and prok and beans. Then add the cabbage. It's easy as 123.