5 Quick Recipes with a Portable Induction Cooktop

If you’re always on the move or cooking in a compact space, a portable induction burner is your best friend. Whether you're in a dorm, RV, or weekend cabin, the Donut Cooktop – a powerful and stylish travel cooktop – makes delicious meals easier than ever. Check out these 5 quick recipes you can whip up anywhere, anytime.

1. Shrimp Garlic Recipe -butter

Perfect for: light dinner, camping meal
Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt, pepper, parsley

Instructions:
Melt butter on medium heat on the Donut Cooktop. Sauté garlic for 1 min, add shrimp, and cook for 2-3 mins per side. Season and serve over rice or salad.

2. Pimento Cheese Sandwich

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with Southern flavor, the Pimento Cheese Sandwich is a timeless comfort food. And with the Ciarra Donut Cooktop, you can whip one up anywhere — whether you're in your RV, hotel kitchen, or a tiny apartment.

Ingredients:

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup mayonnaise (Duke’s recommended)

1 (4 oz) jar pimentos, drained and finely chopped

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp onion powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

A pinch of cayenne (optional)

For the Sandwich:

4 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)

Butter for grilling

Instructions:

Make the Pimento Cheese Spread:

In a bowl, mix shredded cheddar, mayo, chopped pimentos, and seasonings. Add a spoonful of cream cheese for extra creaminess if you like. Chill for 30 minutes for better flavor.

Assemble the Sandwich:

Spread a generous amount of pimento cheese on one slice of bread, then top with the other slice.

Grill It on Your Donut Cooktop:

Set your Donut Cooktop to medium heat and place a non-stick skillet on top.

Butter the outside of each slice of bread. Grill the sandwich 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and melty inside.

3. Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodles

"Ten Seconds Rice Noodles" (十秒米线) is a quick, comforting dish rooted in Yunnan cuisine. With the Ciarra Donut Cooktop, you can enjoy this traditional bowl of hot, soupy noodles in just minutes — wherever you are.

Ingredients (1 serving):

• 100g Yunnan-style rice noodles (fresh or soaked dried)
• 1 egg (optional)
• 1 small handful of thinly sliced meat (beef, pork, or chicken)
• A few slices of tomato
• Pickled mustard greens (optional)
• Bean sprouts or leafy greens
• Green onions, chopped
• Fresh chili or chili oil (optional)
• Salt, white pepper, soy sauce to taste
• 500ml water or light chicken broth

Instructions (with Donut Cooktop):

Boil the Broth

Set the Ciarra Donut portable induction burner to high heat.

In a small pot, add 500ml water or broth. Bring to a rolling boil, which takes about 5 minutes on the Donut thanks to its fast heating capability.

Layer Ingredients

While the broth is heating, place the noodles in a deep serving bowl.

Top with tomato slices, raw meat, vegetables, and egg (if using).

Add a pinch of salt, white pepper, and a dash of soy sauce.

Pour & Cook in Ten Seconds

Once the broth is boiling hot, pour it directly over the ingredients in the bowl.

Cover with a lid or plate for 10–20 seconds to let everything cook through.

Finish & Serve

Uncover, stir gently, and top with green onions and chili oil if desired.

4. One-Pot Pasta Primavera

Perfect for: quick vegetarian lunch
Ingredients:

• 200g pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1/2 onion, diced
• Olive oil, salt, pepper, Parmesan

Instructions:
Cook pasta with vegetables in a pot on your portable induction burner. Add oil, seasoning, and top with cheese. It’s a one-pot wonder!

5. Quick Pan-Grilled Chicken Breast

Perfect for: healthy, protein-rich meal
Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts
• Salt, pepper, paprika
• Olive oil

Instructions:
Preheat your Donut Cooktop skillet. Season and grill chicken 5-6 mins each side. Juicy, golden, and done!

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