Here's a recipe suitable for the GoSun Fusion hybrid electric/solar cooker, using staple grains:
Quinoa, Bean and Sunshine Casserole
Ingredients (for 3.2L capacity, serving approximately 4-5 people):
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) mixed beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (corn, bell peppers, onions)
- 1 tsp each of cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Rinse quinoa and add to the cooking tray.
2. Add beans, tomatoes, mixed vegetables, and spices. Stir to combine.
3. Close the tray and place in the GoSun Fusion.
4. Cook for approximately 30-45 minutes, depending on sunlight conditions.
5. Once cooked, stir and add cheese if desired before serving.
Energy Cost:
- On sunny days: 0 kWh (uses only solar energy)
- On cloudy days: 150W for 45 minutes = 0.1125 kWh
Number of GoSun Fusion cookers needed for 10 people:
Since one 3.2L cooker serves 4-5 people, you would need 2-3 cookers to comfortably serve 10 people.
- With 2 cookers: Each cooker would need to be filled to maximum capacity, serving 5 people each.
- With 3 cookers: This would provide more generous portions or allow for leftovers.
Recommended setup for 10 people:
Use 3 GoSun Fusion cookers. This allows for:
- Adequate portion sizes
- Potential for different variations of the dish in each cooker (e.g., vegetarian, spicy, cheese-free)
- Backup capacity in case of slower cooking on less sunny days
Total energy cost for 10 people (using 3 cookers):
- Sunny day: 0 kWh
- Cloudy day: 0.3375 kWh (0.1125 kWh x 3)
Estimated energy cost on cloudy days: $0.051
This setup provides an energy-efficient way to cook for the community, leveraging solar power when available and using minimal electrical energy when necessary. The use of multiple cookers also adds flexibility to meal preparation and serving.