--- product_id: 214522568 title: "Chana Masala" brand: "backpacker's pantry" price: "AED 341" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Backpacker's Pantry" url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/214522568-chana-masala store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Vegan, gluten & soy free Spicy authentic Indian curry 6 pouches, 2 servings each Chana Masala **Brand:** backpacker's pantry **Price:** AED 341 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🥘 Spice up your trail meals with gourmet Indian comfort—anywhere, anytime! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Chana Masala by backpacker's pantry - **How much does it cost?** AED 341 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/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 - • **Fuel Your Adventure:** Two hearty servings packed with 14g protein per pouch to power your longest days. - • **Award-Winning Flavor:** Backpacker Magazine’s Editor’s Choice meal with authentic spices and turmeric for brain & joint health. - • **Eco-Conscious Choice:** Supports 1% for the Planet—nourish yourself while protecting the environment. - • **Lightweight & Compact:** Durable, space-saving packaging perfect for backpacking, camping, or emergency kits. - • **Pure & Clean Ingredients:** Non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free for mindful eating on the go. ## Overview Backpacker's Pantry Chana Masala offers six 2-serving pouches of freeze-dried, vegan Indian curry featuring chickpeas, authentic spices, and turmeric. Each pouch delivers 14 grams of protein in a lightweight, gluten-free, soy-free, and non-GMO formula designed for backpackers, campers, and emergency preparedness. Ready in 15-20 minutes with just boiling water, this award-winning meal combines convenience, nutrition, and bold flavor while supporting environmental causes. ## 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 - Contains 6 - 2-serving pouches, 7.9 oz. (224g) per pouch - Inspired Indian curry dish from the Punjab region. Delectable chickpeas in a blend of chilies and rice. - Non GMO, Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten Free - Backpacker's Pantry freeze dried & dehydrated food is made of premium freeze dried meats and produce. Whether you're camping, hiking, backpacking or hunting, take our lightweight & nutritious freeze dried and dehydrated food with you - Member of 1% for the Planet: we donate 1% of our sales to nonprofits dedicated to protecting to the environment ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07L4HQF8F | | ASIN | B07L4HQF8F | | Best Sellers Rank | #55,972 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #105 in Camping Freeze-Dried Food | | Brand Name | Backpacker's Pantry | | Color | See Packaging | | Container Type | Pack | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,072) | | Department | unisex-adult | | Diet Type | Gluten Free, Vegan | | Flavor | Chicken, Chili, Coconut | | Global Trade Identification Number | 30048143023020, 30048143023198 | | Included Components | 6 Pack | | Item Type Name | Freeze Dried & Dehydrated Backpacking Food | | Item Weight | 3 Pounds | | Item model number | 102302-CASE-6 | | Manufacturer | Backpacker's Pantry | | Manufacturer | Backpacker's Pantry | | Number of Items | 6 | | Product Dimensions | 12 x 8 x 8 inches; 3 Pounds | | Size | 6 Count | | Specialty | Vegan | | Unit Count | 6.0 Count | | Units | 6.0 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/61o8NS++gHL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good taste, but strong *by E***K on January 13, 2026* A hut too spicey for me, but that’s just me. Not artificially flavored. Mix it with chicken and you’ve got a delicious meal at home or at camp ## 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.ae/products/214522568-chana-masala](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/214522568-chana-masala) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*