Reddit mentions of Sistema Microwave Collection Rice Cooker, 87.2 oz./2.6 L, Red

If you have at least a microwave in your barracks, you can do a lot with just that. I have this "Microwave Rice Cooker" that I got at the nex which was basically a bowl with feet and layered lids to trap steam. It makes rice, pasta, hard boiled eggs etc - basically anything you can do with a hot pot of water. I still use it even now that I'm out of barracks if I'm in a hurry because it's faster than cooking on the stovetop. $12 on Amazon.

Get a few microwave cookers like

https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-Microwave-Collection-Rice-Cooker/dp/B00BTIVNT4

and

https://www.amazon.com/Hot-Pasta-Boat-Versatile-Effortless/dp/B010ARBTAW

I'd get at least 2 so you can make 2 things concurrently without washing anything.

Get something like an insulated lunch bag and meal prep containers. These two should fit together more or less, I just roughly checked to make sure the containers were smaller than the bag

https://www.amazon.com/Srise-Lunch-Insulated-Women-Adults%EF%BC%88Grey%EF%BC%89/dp/B075QZFQRW

9.45Lx5.5Wx9.45H inch

https://www.amazon.com/Heim-Concept-Leak-Resistant-Microwavable-Convenience/dp/B0735M5GT8

7 x 4 x 2 inches

Then you basically just need access to a grocery store and a cutting board and knife.

I'd eat things like rice + beans + steamed vegetables with sauce or potatoes + mushrooms + spinach or whole wheat pasta with vegetables and sweet potatoes. Put a sauce on these to switch it up day to day.

Premixed spices + canned tomato sauce goes a long way to flavor food. Mix and microwave then top.

Curry powder + tomato sauce/salsa = Indian
Taco powder + tomato sauce/salsa = Mexican
Italian seasoning + tomato sauce = Italian

Hummus is easy to make with canned chickpeas and a fork to mash. Add water as you mash to make it creamier. You really don't need a blender. Blenders didn't even exist in the deserts of the ancient near east. Add in some cumin, corriander, turmeric and cardamom and a spoon of peanut butter. Put this on bread with tomatoes and cucumbers. That is my favorite sandwich.

Hey, you might one to consider one of these microwave steamers.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sistema-Microwave-Rice-Steamer-Clear/dp/B00BTIVNT4

I used it when I was staying in university accommodation because we weren't allowed to bring in our own appliances. It takes about 15 minutes in the microwave to cook rice (although it depends on the type of rice being cooked), and so far I've cooked short grain, Jasmine, Basmati and Japanese rice with this and they turned out well.

How to cook rice and beans: Throw 1 cup of rice, 2 cups water, beans and veggies in microwave steamer, add salt, cook for 12 minutes. Done, Serve with Sriracha sauce

Ich koche in der Hauptsache diese beiden Gerichte:

• Einfaches indisches Dal
  
• nepalesisches Fenchelgericht
  
  Für beide Rezepte brauche ich ca 20 bis 30 Minuten, bis es servierfertig auf dem Teller ist.
  
  Den Reis dazu koche ich in so einem Gerät.
  
  Das Gerichte packe ich mir dann in Dosen für drei bis vier Tage dann auf der Arbeit. Den Reis koche ich mindestens jeden zweiten Tag frisch.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sistema-Microwave-Rice-Steamer-Clear/dp/B00BTIVNT4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452044720&sr=8-1&keywords=sistema+rice+steamer

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sistema-Microwave-Steamer-Container-Removable/dp/B005D6XYGS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452044762&sr=8-1&keywords=sistema+vegetable+steamer

The above two items have made my life so much simpler - rice and quinoa can be done in the first, and all vegetables (including sweet potatoes) in the second. Add some canned bean/lentil varieties, tofu etc. and you have complete, healthy meals.

As a matter of fact, I do cook rice and eggs in the microwave. (/u/VoidTorcher) For rice, I use something like this (but cheaper), so it doesn't go everywhere. Eggs can be poached with something like this (I think I had a Netto one once, it was iffy, but worked), but scrambled egg is much better in the microwave - just beat eggs, milk and pepper in a jug and microwave, stiring with a fork at regular, short intervals.

Edit: Check this, turns out you can do chicken in the microwave! (though it isn't recommended, it looks mank)

Microwave rice cooker. I dont know how I lived with out one. Start cooking the rice first then begin cooking the protein. I can usually bang dinner out in the 15min'ish it takes to cook the rice.

http://www.amazon.com/Sistema-1110-Rice-Steamer-litre/dp/B00BTIVNT4/ref=pd_sbs_k_7?ie=UTF8&refRID=05J4WJVHC4T8ABCVVHF9

Las de microondas jalan bien.

https://www.amazon.com.mx/Sistema-1110-microwave-cookware-Transperent/dp/B00BTIVNT4?th=1&psc=1&source=googleshopping&locale=es-MX&tag=googhydr0mx-20&ref=pd_sl_2zk9g4v567_e

first I would say get an electric skillet! that will help a little. is the micro in good working order? if so you can steam your veggies in there. Rotisserie chicken is usually pretty cheap. and can be morphed into many meals. I like to use the carcass to make broth so I usually pick most of the meat off. then freeze or boil it off right away and freeze the broth for later. Also the broth can be made in the crock pot in place of a soup pot. leftover rotisserie is great for:
http://www.copymethat.com/r/qOBhAzW/adobe-chicken-wraps-betty-crocker/

also great in burritos, tacos, quesadillas (made in the skillet) Panini sandwiches with a soup on the side (I know you're getting sick of soup)

http://www.copymethat.com/r/XxyuIHm/dijon-chicken-smothered-in-mushrooms/

the above recipe with some leftover or warmed rice or potatoes.

this steamer is Fantastic for making rice in the micro and cleans up like a charm!

http://www.amazon.com/Sistema-10-9-Rice-Steamer-Bowl/dp/B00BTIVNT4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458570391&sr=8-1&keywords=microwave+rice+cooker

here's a tip! You can make a large batch of rice, cool slightly and then portion into re sealable plastic freezer bags. seal and let cool to room temp before freezing. when you are ready to use; remove from freezer break brick in half (I flatten mine so that they stack better in the freezer) put into a bowl add 1 tablespoon of water per every cup of rice, cover and microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes stir and serve.

also check out this Great Gadget! I love micro steamers. they are so fast and work perfectly. a large batch of broccoli can be steamed in about 5 to 8 minutes.

http://www.amazon.com/Sistema-1103-Large-Microwave-Steamer/dp/B005D6XZ4O/ref=pd_bxgy_79_img_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=0SPSX7XWJRRQKEX4KT29

also take the time to read some of the reviews on both of these products. they will give you some great ideas for other uses for these gadgets!

First, get yourself one of these https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-Microwave-Cookware-Steamer-Ounce/dp/B00BTIVNT4/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1483657835&sr=1-2&keywords=microwave+rice+cooker

3/4 c white rice
1 1/4 c water
can beans (any of your choice)
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
chopped olives
1/4 c zucchini
1 tomato chopped
1/4 c chopped cilantro
In the microwave rice cooker, combine rice, water, beans, oregano and basil. Cook on high 10-11 min or until rice is cooked. Stir in olives and zucchini. Cook for another 2 min. Stir in tomato and cilantro. Top with soy sauce if desired.

This is taken from The Garden of Vegan which actually has a whole section for microwave meals. You should see if your local library has a copy!

I was just going to microwave it if possible.

I have this thing, which can fit a large amount of it, but it doesn't give instructions for more than 1 cup.

they weren't simple splashes.. it was a lot of water that dripped from under the lid and almost flooded my microwave if it wasn't from the dish at the bottom... if I can't seal it tight then I'll probably invest in a microwave rice cooker, but from what I've seen it's just the same container with more openings on the top

Thanks. I was looking at this sistema one but wondering if it's too big for small portions :
Sistema Microwave Rice Steamer, 2.6 L - Red/Clear https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BTIVNT4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6dySzb8EJCV1W

[buy a microwave rice cooker] (https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-Microwave-Collection-Rice-Cooker/dp/B00BTIVNT4/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=sistema%2Brice%2Bcooker&qid=1574805967&sr=8-6&th=1). cheap, set it and forget it, and easy to clean.

1. wash rice
   
   
2. ratio is 1 cup of water per cup of rice + 1/4 cup water
   
   
3. 5 minutes full power, 10 minutes 1/2 power.
   
   
4. enjoy rice (and cancer from BPA)

I had a microwave rice cooker similar to this one when I was in uni. It seriously saved my life and it cooks the rice quite well if you just follow the directions. You can also steam veggies in there.
Sistema Microwave Collection Rice Cooker, 87.2 oz./2.6 L, Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BTIVNT4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_--eWBbYSEYGKY

ok, i've got my interest now, so one of these?

I make really good rice on the hob, how does this compare? Should I be pre-rinsing the rice also?