Chinese Veggie Pack Foil Dinner – Easy Campfire Side Dish

Chinese Veggie Pack Foil Dinner

Ingredients

1 stalk celery, thinly sliced on an angle
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
6 large button mushrooms, halved
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 to 3 tablespoons teriyaki marinade
Ground black pepper, to taste (optional)
1 piece heavy-duty aluminum foil (15 x 18 inches)

If you’re looking for a colorful, healthy side dish that cooks up beautifully over a campfire or grill, this Chinese Veggie Foil Pack is exactly what you need.

Packed with crisp-tender vegetables and infused with savory teriyaki flavor, this foil dinner is a fresh twist on your usual campfire fare.

Cooking Steps

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1. Prep the Veggies
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Slice celery diagonally for a nice presentation.
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Cut green pepper into thin strips.
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Halve mushrooms and thinly slice the onion.
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Arrange all vegetables in the center of your foil.
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2. Add the Flavor
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Drizzle 2–3 tablespoons of teriyaki marinade over the veggies.
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Add ground black pepper if desired for a little kick.
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3. Wrap it Right
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Use the drugstore-wrap method to seal your foil packet tightly (see pages 47–48 if needed).
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You want it snug so the steam stays in and infuses every bite with flavor.
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4. Cook Over Coals or Grill
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Place foil packet on a grill rack over medium coals or directly on a heat-insulated coal bed.
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Cook for 15 minutes per side, turning once.
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Let sit for a minute before opening—steam will be hot!

Serving Suggestions

Serve this Chinese Veggie Pack alongside:

Grilled teriyaki chicken or beef
Steamed rice (if you’re glamping)
A simple foil-baked potato
Sprinkle with sesame seeds or chopped scallions for a fancy touch