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If you want to buy ready meals online, you will find a wide selection of tins, bowls, pouches and instant products. For professionals, families, students, singles, campers and festival-goers, easy preparation is a top priority. Even so, it is worth taking a closer look: not every large pack contains several complete meals, and not every dish will suit your storage or dietary requirements.
Depending on the recipe, an 800-g product may provide two portions or be intended as one generous meal. With tinned products such as ravioli, soups and stews, you should therefore consider net weight, portion information and the distribution of ingredients together. A high water or sauce content affects how filling the dish is in everyday use.
Instant meals usually need only hot water and a few minutes to stand. Tinned and pouch meals, on the other hand, are often heated in a saucepan or a microwave-safe bowl. For camping and festivals, it is therefore important to check whether a hob, kettle or microwave is available. Packaging must not be used in the microwave unless this is expressly stated.
Images often show vegetables, side dishes or pieces of meat that may not be included in the same quantity in the product. The ingredients list, allergen information and nutrition table on the packaging are binding. Common allergens in ready meals include gluten, egg, milk, celery, mustard, soya and nuts, for example.
Look out for ingredients highlighted by quantity. For example, Erasco Erbseneintopf Hubertus states that it contains 42% peas. According to the product description, Kühne Grünkohl contains 80% kale. Such percentages make it easier to compare frozen and tinned ready meals, without judging quality based solely on marketing claims.
For classic dishes, you will find options including:
The nutrition table should not be considered in isolation. A dish with moderate figures per 100 g can amount to a considerably larger total quantity in an 800-g tin. In particular, compare:
These details are not an assessment of your personal diet, but provide an objective basis for making your choice.
Unopened tins and long-life bowls are normally stored in a dry place at room temperature. Damaged, swollen or leaking packaging should not be used. Once opened, leftovers should be transferred to a suitable container, refrigerated and consumed within the time stated on the packaging.
Weight and pack format are also important when you are travelling. A 300-g bowl is more suitable as a single quick meal, while 800-g tins can be more practical for several people or two smaller portions.
Why this product suits this profile: The 800-g tin is designed for an easy meal at home, while camping or at a festival. It can be prepared in a saucepan or in the microwave.
The ingredients and nutrition information clearly show the proportions of tomato base, ravioli and meat filling. Allergens including gluten, egg, soya, milk, celery and mustard are listed.
800 g net weight, no refrigeration needed before opening and preparation in just a few minutes.
Why this product suits this profile: The stated 80% kale content makes the recipe easy to understand at a glance. The dish can be served as a side or enjoyed as a meal in its own right.
The 720 ml portion size and nutritional values per 100 g are stated. Celery and mustard seeds are listed as allergens.
High stated vegetable content, preparation in a saucepan or in around two minutes in the microwave.
Why this product suits this profile: The individual portions are easy to keep in your cupboard and need only hot water. This is practical in the office, student accommodation or when you are out and about.
The pack contains 8 portions of 43 g each. Milk and soya are listed as allergens; traces of other allergens may be present.
Portion-sized storage, preparation with hot water and a stated waiting time of five minutes.
Why this product suits this profile: The Tom Yum base can be heated straight away and enhanced with prawns, chicken or mushrooms. This makes it a flexible option for a quick meal.
The tin contains 400 ml and lists soya as an allergen, with possible traces of peanuts and sesame. Once opened, it must be refrigerated and consumed within two days.
Ready-to-eat soup base, 400-ml format and two described preparation methods: in a saucepan or in the microwave.
We have put together a complete, regularly updated list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the safety regulations applicable in the EU.
For camping, festivals or longer trips, it is advisable to combine different formats:
For Indian ready meals such as Paneer Makhani or Asian ready meals such as Tom Yum, you should also consider the level of spiciness, allergens and the recommended accompaniment.
Shelf life varies according to the product and its packaging. Tinned foods, dry instant meals and long-life pouches can be stored for extended periods. The printed best-before date and the manufacturer’s storage instructions are decisive. Damaged or swollen packaging should not be used.
Many products can be heated in a microwave-safe bowl. Tins must always be emptied into another container first. Foils, bowls and sealed containers may only be used in accordance with the relevant instructions. Observe the wattage, heating time and instruction to heat the dish thoroughly.
Do not compare only the pack price; compare the price per 100 g or per portion. With multipacks, you should also take the total weight, number of portions and any leftovers after opening into account. This allows individual portions, 400-g tins and larger packs to be compared more objectively.