Kapka Assorted Variety Indian Meals - 5 Pack - Ready to Eat Authentic Vegan Prepared Food - Just Add Water - Microwaveable Plant-Based Snacks for Breakfast, Lunch, Non-GMO, No Additives - 3.5oz Each

One of my children in college has a less than stellar dining service, so I frequently send foods that can be used in a limited kitchen. These definitely fit that description. They are filling, nutritious, taste great, are easy to prepare, and are shelf stable. All flavors are delicious according to my daughter, all with slightly different levels of spice. They are a little expensive for what you get, but my daughter is a student athlete and works out frequently, in addition to competing in horse shows every weekend during the season. These keep her energy levels up and make a great breakfast for when she’s catching her ride at 04:30 am to the other colleges’ arenas. Dining services don’t start so early, and it would be too long and too exhausting to skip a good breakfast. These cups are good for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and anytime snack to boost energy and provide a warm meal. I highly recommend if you have limited access to a kitchen and already love poha and Indian spices and flavors.

I was getting tired of soup for lunch every night so I decided to try this instead...wow! These little cups of joy are exactly what I needed-easy to fix, filling and full of flavour! I enjoy really spicy food, and a lot of heat and eat Indian food has the heat level dialled down to appeal to the masses, but not this. An authentic spice level that will satisfy even those of us who like that spicy kick while not being blazingly hot. The only drawback is the packaging-the paper water level strip thankfully has been replaced by a line inside the cup-but the foil packet still cannot be opened without scissors...there is no way to simply tear open the bag, so this would be very inconvenient if you didn't have cutting implements nearby. Also, the lid won't stay on while it's in my lunch bag. I simply put a couple of pieces of tape on it to secure it, I wish the manufacturer had done that. The cup itself is too slick-I was trying to pick up one of the cups to move it and it slipped out of my hand, turning over and spilling my hot Vegetable Upma all over my work table :( Please add texture to the cup sides so it's not so slippery. Overall, though, it's definitely worth it, and I will be buying more!

I like the speed in which each container was made ready to eat. All five of them (in this purchase) either utilize a microwave by adding water & popping them into the microwave, or boiling water poured over the product and allowed to set. That's good. The less-than-good is that they all taste the same. The flavors are strong but not as vibrant as Indian cuisine generally is. Still, a good pantry snack to have on hand when hunger attacks.

Tasty, super easy to fix, surprisingly filling for such a convenient size. I am 83 and live at 4200 feet, so I use more water than specified, let the product stand longer than specified, and add about a rounded half teaspoon of bouillon to enhance the flavor: boiling water to about 3/4 inch of cup's rim no matter what the directions say, stir well with bouillon, and let stand for 7-10 minutes. Nice for a light meal! I have just now ordered again.

I've only tried 2 flavors but both were pretty bad so I don't even want to try the rest. I had bought these for my emergency/disaster preparedness kit and they expire early next year so I decided to start using them up now and buy new ones for next year but unfortunately I won't be tasting the rest and I will definitely not be getting these again. Too bad

I first bought the assortment (5 cups, one upma, one vermicelli, three flavors of poha) before the COVID lockdown started. I like stocking some vegan, Indian ready-to-eat meals. I cook 90% of the time, so I'm picky and also try different brands and products. This is SO GOOD that I've been looking out for it since February (3 months ago). (1) It's amazingly hearty. Even at 3 bucks a cup, you easily get 2 servings. Keep the lids handy, because without exception, I end up putting the lid on and putting leftovers in the fridge. If you chuck in some yogurt, or curry, or a soup you've got sitting around, or just a chopped salad, you've got two filling lunches in a cup, rather than snacks. (2) Compared to similar products from MTR, Kitchens of India etc, this tastes much better. The spices taste fresh and really authentic. The upma, for example, is full of whole mustard and peanuts, rather than a bland texture-less paste. (3) You can tell they've put thought into designing for convenience. The cups handle well, are sturdy enough that they don't get too hot or damp to carry around, contents are sealed in airtight foil pouches, easy markings for how much water to add. 5 stars, and I'm going to keep these in my shopping list for good!

I am not sure about this. It has decent taste as well as decent portion which you won't be still hungry after eating. However, it said certain tastes but whenever I felt like every tastes are the same. Also, I follow the instrunction but some portion of meal was not cooked so I won't recommend this for you.

The Kapka Assorted Variety Indian Meals are perfect for anyone craving authentic Indian flavors without the hassle of cooking from scratch. The meals come in a nice variety of options, offering different flavors and textures that cater to a range of tastes. Each meal is well-seasoned, and the spices are just right—not too overpowering but still delivering that authentic Indian taste. I found the meals to be super convenient for a quick lunch or dinner, especially on busy days. The portions are decent, and they heat up easily without losing their flavor or texture. Overall, if you’re looking for quick, tasty Indian meals with a good variety, Kapka delivers!