Meal prep with enamel – Healthy cooking in advance for the whole week
Meal prep is key to healthy eating in a busy everyday life. Enamelware makes cooking ahead even easier, more sustainable, and healthier. In this guide, we'll show you how to efficiently meal prep with enamelware – from planning to storage.
What is meal prep and why use enamelware?
Meal prep means planning and preparing meals in advance. Enamelware offers several advantages:
- Free of harmful substances: No plasticizers or BPA like in plastic
- Versatile: Cooking, storing, reheating & serving in one container
- Sustainable: Durable, 100% recyclable, CO₂-neutral production
- Hygienic: Antibacterial, aroma-neutral & easy to clean
- Energy-saving: Directly from the refrigerator to the stove or oven
Meal prep step by step with enamel
1. Create a weekly plan
Here's how:
- Plan 3-5 meals for the week (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Choose recipes that store well (soups, stews, bowls, salads)
- Create a shopping list with all the ingredients.
Tip: Use seasonal vegetables – fresher, cheaper & more sustainable!
2. Batch Cooking – Cooking everything at once
Efficient pre-cooking:
- Cook large quantities in YIV enamel pots (e.g. rice, quinoa, soups)
- Prepare vegetables in enamel pans (frying, roasting, steaming)
- Use multiple hobs simultaneously for maximum efficiency
Example recipes for meal prep:
- Vegetable soup with lentils
- Quinoa bowl with roasted vegetables
- Pasta with tomato sauce
- Curry with chickpeas
- Overnight oats (in enamel mugs)
3. Portioning & Storing
With YIV enamel bowls:
- Portion meals into different bowl sizes (Ø 16 cm, 20 cm, 26 cm)
- Use YIV lids for storage
- Stackable in the refrigerator – saves space!
- Label with the date (e.g., with chalk on blackboard labels)
Shelf life in the refrigerator:
- Cooked vegetables: 3-5 days
- Soups & stews: 4-5 days
- Rice & Grains: 4-5 days
- Sauces: 5-7 days
4. Warm up & serve
Heat directly in enamel:
- On the hob: Enamel bowl directly on induction, gas or electric hob.
- In the oven: Gently warm at 150-180°C
- Serve directly: From the stove to the table – no need to transfer!
Tip: Use pot holders, as enamel retains heat.
Meal prep ideas for the whole week
Monday: Vegetable soup with lentils
Prepared in a YIV enamel pot, portioned into bowls, ready to heat up.
Tuesday: Quinoa bowl with roasted vegetables
Store quinoa separately, combine vegetables in an enamel bowl while fresh.
Wednesday: Pasta with tomato sauce
Sauce in an enamel pot, pasta separately – quickly combined and reheated.
Thursday: Curry with chickpeas
It lasts for 5 days, and even gets better over time!
Friday: Overnight Oats
Prepared in YIV enamel mugs, enjoy directly in the morning.
You can find more recipes in YIV here.
Our YIV enamel products for meal prep
YIV enamelware makes meal prep easy, sustainable & healthy:
- YIV Enamel Pots – for cooking large quantities
- YIV Enamel Bowls – for Portioning & Storing
- YIV Enamel Mug – for Overnight Oats & Snacks
- YIV Lids & Seals – for airtight storage
Tips for successful meal prep
- Plan realistically: Start with 2-3 meals per week.
- Use leftovers creatively: Turn vegetable scraps into soup or broth.
- Vary the spices: Same base, different spices = variety
- Freeze: Enamel is freezer-safe – portion and freeze.
- Label everything: Note the date and content.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze enamel?
Yes, enamel is freezer-safe. Be careful not to fill it completely, as liquids expand when frozen.
How long does meal prep keep in the refrigerator?
Most dishes will keep for 3-5 days. Soups and stews up to 5-7 days.
Can I put an enamel pot directly from the refrigerator onto the stove?
Yes, but avoid extreme temperature fluctuations. Let the bowl come to room temperature briefly or warm it up slowly.
Is meal prepping with enamelware hygienic?
Yes! Enamel is antibacterial, aroma-neutral and easy to clean – ideal for meal prep.
What bowl sizes do I need?
For meal prep we recommend: 1-2 large bowls (Ø 26-32 cm) for cooking, 3-4 medium bowls (Ø 20 cm) for portioning.
Conclusion: Meal prep with enamel – healthy, sustainable & time-saving
Enamelware makes meal prep easy, sustainable, and healthy. You cook, store, reheat, and serve—all in one container. Save time, money, and waste with YIV enamelware!
#immerwiederYIV – Sustainable meal prepping for the whole week.
