There are numerous cuts of venison on a deer, each with its own best uses and methods for cutting. Neck Venison neck is probably the best cut for roast and can be left with the bone in or boneless. Location Venison’s neck runs from just below the skull to just before the backstrap. Some people…
Smoking venison is a combination of art and science, and to do it successfully you need patience. Most cuts of venison are best smoked at 180-200F, the times range anywhere from 2 hours to 15 hours, with an internal temperature ranging from 140-190F. Let’s look at it in more detail Venison Smoking Times and Temperatures…
The average shelf life of venison in the fridge is 3-5 days. However, this shelf life could be greatly extended or shortened depending on the conditions, and preparations you make before refrigerating. Preparing Venison for Storing in the Fridge You can extend your venison’s shelf life by properly preparing it for storage. This includes trimming,…
Boar, hog, wild pig, or whatever you like to call it, is an edible and flavorful protein. Many people are often wary of consuming wild boar, and some stories floating around may deter people from trying. However, if prepared and cooked properly, wild boar can make some exquisite dishes. History of Eating Wild Hog Most…
Venison steak is one of life’s greatest treasures, and while these bad boys can be eaten on their own, it’s often great to serve them with the right side. I love to serve venison steak with green beans, but there are many other great options. Sweet Potato Fries Sweet potato fries are always a good…
Marinades are a secret tool in the kitchen. They can render tough cuts of venison succulent and tender, and bland cuts flavorful. A good venison marinade should have both tenderizing and flavor-implementing ingredients. Quick Venison Marinade This is one of my favorite marinades for prime cuts of venison. By looking at the ingredients in this…
It’s no secret that wild game meat can be tougher than farmed meat. Wild animals use their muscles much more than their domestic counterparts thus leading to tougher meat. However, on the flip side, you usually end up with a healthier and more flavorful product. The good news is it’s also easy to tenderize wild…
Much of my venison meat ends up ground, and I know this is also true for many others. There are so many fabulous dishes that can be made from ground venison such as chili, or bolognese. However, cooking ground venison takes a little consideration. On the face of it, you need to brown the venison…
Ground venison makes up the bulk of many venison recipes. Whether it be venison burgers or sausages, to more elevated dishes like bolognese and venison terrine, there is something for everyone. However, grinding venison is not as simple as one may think, and it does require some forethought. Best Cuts for Grinding The first step…
Making venison jerky is a relatively easy process that can be broken down into 3 steps. To understand the process more intrinsically I will break it down further and look at the different cuts, methods of slicing, and marinades. Choosing Venison Cut for Jerky The first step to making your own venison jerky is choosing…