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Utilizing the abundant energy source that is the sun isn’t only limited to solar panels for producing electricity but extends to an exciting area of cooking. Solar ovens are an eco-friendly and cost-effective method of preparing meals, mainly when employed in regions where sunlight is plentiful. But what can you cook in a solar oven? The answer is – plenty.
Keyword: Solar Oven Cooking
Solar oven cooking is incredibly versatile, it simply requires a bit of understanding about the cooking process which differs from traditional methods. With the heat of the sun, you can bake, roast, steam and simmer. The key is in knowing which types of dishes lend themselves to this unique cooking style. Let’s explore some delightful recipes that work effortlessly in a solar oven.
Italian Solar Oven Roasted Chicken
Here’s a delicious meal that you can easily make using your solar oven – an Italian roasted chicken. The ingredients are straightforward, procuring them is as easy as visiting your local grocery store or farmer’s market.
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken – approximately 4 pounds
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic – minced
1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs
1 lemon – quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
Before you start cooking, remember that positioning your solar oven towards the sun is critical so make sure to adjust it every 30 minutes or so. You should pre-heat your oven up to 375 degrees.
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Add the garlic and pour the olive oil over the chicken. Then squeeze the quartered lemon over the chicken and place the squeezed lemons inside the chicken cavity.
Place the seasoned chicken in a dark, thin, covered pot (which cooks faster in solar ovens), and put it in the preheated solar oven. Depending on the intensity of the sunlight, your roasted chicken should be ready in 2-4 hours.
Solar Oven Fresh Corn on the Cob
One of the highlights of summer is fresh corn on the cob. With a solar oven, you get to enjoy this summer treat, and the best part is that you don’t have to shuck the corn before cooking.
Ingredients:
Fresh corn on the cob
Butter
Sprinkle of salt
Pre-heat your solar oven to 210 degrees. Orient the oven towards the sun and adjust every 30 minutes for the best results.
Place the corn (husk on) in the oven and roasting it for approximately an hour. After it’s cooked, remove the corn and let it cool before shucking. The heat from the sun and the insulation from the husk steam the kernels inside, making them exceptionally tender.
Solar ovens are a brilliant, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly way to cook food. The process may require patience, but the results can be remarkably delicious. From slow-cooked stews to baked bread, once you get the hang of solar oven cooking, you may find it a preferable alternative to your regular kitchen oven. These sun-soaked recipes are just an introduction; the possibilities are as boundless as the sunlight your oven harnesses!
