The 2-Year Meat Cube: A Forgotten Survival Secret for the Upcoming Crisis.
The 2-Year Meat Cube: A Forgotten Survival Secret for the Upcoming Crisis. is a medium American (Survival) recipe that serves 24. 150 calories per serving. Recipe by Survival Kitchen 1930 on YouTube.
Prep: 30 min | Cook: 1 hr 25 min | Total: 2 hrs 15 min
Cost: $16.99 total, $0.71 per serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Pork Tenderloin (cut into ½‑inch cubes; keep cold until used)
- 2 large Onion (finely chopped; about 300 g total)
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (natural butter, cut into pieces; provides animal fat and preservative qualities)
- 1 tsp Whole Wheat Flour (helps bind fat and juices)
- 1 medium Carrot (peeled and cut into ½‑inch cubes; source of beta‑carotene)
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (ground, to taste)
- 1 tsp Sweet Paprika (generous amount for color and flavor)
- 2 cup Water (hot water, just enough to slightly cover meat)
- 1 sheet Parchment Paper (lines baking dish to prevent sticking and waste)
- 1 sheet Heavy‑Duty Aluminum Foil (wraps each frozen cube tightly)
- 1 large bag Heavy‑Duty Freezer Bag (stores all wrapped cubes together)
Instructions
Prepare Meat and Vegetables
Trim the pork tenderloin and cut it into ½‑inch cubes. Finely chop the onions and dice the carrot into similar‑sized cubes.
Time: PT15M
Melt Butter
Preheat the skillet over high heat and add the butter pieces, allowing them to melt completely.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: high
Caramelize Onions
Add the chopped onions to the pan and fry, stirring occasionally, until they reach a deep golden crust.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: high
Sear Pork
Add the pork cubes to the pan and sear over maximum heat for 7‑8 minutes, turning to brown all sides.
Time: PT8M
Temperature: high
Add Flour and Carrot
Sprinkle 1 tsp whole‑wheat flour over the meat, stir quickly, then add the carrot cubes and fry together for another 5 minutes.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: high
Add Water and Seasonings
Pour hot water into the pan just enough to slightly cover the meat. Season with black pepper and a generous teaspoon of sweet paprika.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: high
Simmer
Cover the pan with a lid, reduce heat to low, and let the mixture simmer for 50 minutes until the pork is fork‑tender and the broth has thickened.
Time: PT50M
Temperature: low
Blend to a Smooth Paste
Transfer the entire contents to a blender and blend until completely smooth and homogenous.
Time: PT5M
Portion and Freeze
Line a baking dish with parchment paper, pour the smooth paste in, smooth with a spatula, and press down to eliminate air pockets. Aim for a ¾‑inch (≈2 cm) thickness. Tap the dish gently, then place it in the freezer for at least three hours until firm.
Time: PT5M
Cut Frozen Block into Rations
Remove the solidified block from the dish and cut it into 24 equal cubes, each about 1½ × 1½ inches.
Time: PT5M
Wrap Individual Rations
Wrap each cube first in a piece of parchment paper, then in heavy‑duty aluminum foil, squeezing out as much air as possible. Place all wrapped cubes into a large heavy‑duty freezer bag.
Time: PT10M
Rehydrate a Serving
Unwrap one frozen cube, place it in a bowl, pour 8‑10 oz of boiling water over it, and stir with a spoon for exactly 20 seconds until fully dissolved.
Time: PT0M20S
Temperature: 212°F
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 150
- Protein
- 12 g
- Carbohydrates
- 5 g
- Fat
- 9 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: High Protein, Gluten, Dairy
Allergens: Dairy, Wheat, Pork
Last updated: May 26, 2026








