Cooking Recommendations
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Game meats are already replacing beef and it's spectacular
By Kiwilimón - 2018-10-08T17:09:10.448375Z
Usually, we buy meat to prepare food at the supermarket or butcher shop, but would you dare to try a less industrial and a bit more “wild” option?
For a long time, we depended on hunting for sustenance; however, gradually with the establishment of livestock farming, hunting was left behind.
Currently, hunting – the art of hunting – is considered more of a sport and is usually restricted to certain seasons of the year.
The meat obtained through hunting is much less fatty, contains a higher percentage of protein, and is rich in iron and phosphorus.
Due to its low fat content, this meat cooks faster and has a slightly drier appearance than industrial meat.
The environment and diet of the animal in the wild affect the color and taste of the meat. For example, game meat is a more intense red color, which darkens as the animal grows.
If the animal was chased during the hunt, this will also affect the quality of the meat. When the prey runs or makes great efforts before being hunted, the muscles fill with lactic acid, which will convert to uric acid when ingested. Additionally, the flavor and smell of the meat can intensify when the animal has been harassed.
A characteristic that must be considered when choosing game meat is its natural origin, as this makes it free of hormones, antibiotics, or any other chemicals that are often administered to farm animals.
Finally, you should know that although game meat can be healthier in certain aspects, cholesterol levels are very similar to that of other meats.
Game cooking has come to stay, and many restaurants have already adopted it as their distinctive element.
Here are some dishes made with game meat:
El rincón de Esteban (Madrid)
Goizeko Kabi (Madrid)
La Hacienda del jabalí (Chile)
Edelwiiss (Mexico)
