Thursday, September 5, 2013

Halal Rations Is The Best Solution

By Helene Norris


Many backpackers, campers and other members of the Muslim military need to have good meals that are still allowed based on their religious laws. This preparation is known for them as halal rations. It must be easy to prepare and lightweight for them to carry it wherever they will go or be assigned. This is typically the solution for many Muslims.

This kind of meal is used especially during times of war, disaster or any humanitarian relief. As Muslims, they have strict laws regarding foods that are proper and permitted. Some of the contents are fruits, vegetables and grains. They mostly have healthier food group which is also part of their culture.

Alcohol is not permitted and meats should be butchered by applying their specific religious norms and regulations. Another concern are the flavorings and the processing aids that are being applied, these are also forbidden or in their term, haram. The food must be processed using clean equipment with no forbidden ingredients and other preservatives.

Kosher meal is absolutely different from halal. Not all the practices of kosher are being practiced by the Muslims. A possibility of preparing the food with alcohol or other flavorings are forbidden among Muslims. Some processes are not acceptable like the way an animal is butchered may not be applicable for Islam religion.

There is a solution for all military personnel in the form of a specialized meal called meal ready to eat rations. These are individual meals that are packaged for instant use. They contain snacks, drinks, side dishes and the main course. Not all need to be eaten cold as some package can contain a flameless heater.

The people are only required to boil a bucket of water inside the container the drop it in for few minutes. They also can by putting in under the sun for hours or through a hot engine for several hours. The package is mostly compact and of course lightweight for the soldiers to carry it easily.

The military have them in the field and in combat. Some campers and hikers have started using them as well. This meals is also perfect for use during any disaster or long journey through the desert. Some nations have established the standard procedures in preparing religious meals for the soldiers. The number of meals prepared is based on the number of soldiers assigned.

In preparing, religious requirements are not forgotten. There is no chance of any forbidden ingredients being mixed into the bundles as they use no preservatives. A military package will usually contain higher calories in order to give the soldiers the nutrition that they need to remain strong and active.

Producers also manufactures halal rations which have lower number of calories for non military people that want to eat this kind of meal. This may be available for soldiers and any person that needs a lightweight package and easy to eat meal. They strictly follow the rules in every preparation. The eaters can choose to eat it either cold or hot.




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