Squirrel hunting catch and cook! Squirrel and gravy!

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat milk + vinegar

💰Cheaper: milk + lemon juice

Low-fat milk reduces calories while maintaining tanginess.

squirrel

💰Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is more widely available and affordable.

biscuits

🥗Healthier: whole wheat biscuits

💰Cheaper: store-bought biscuits

Store-bought options save time and money.

Prepare the squirrel by cleaning and cutting it into pieces.

Soak the squirrel pieces in buttermilk for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Mix flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a shallow dish.

Dredge the soaked squirrel pieces in the flour mixture, coating them evenly.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry the squirrel pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per side.

Remove the squirrel from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter until melted.

Sprinkle in remaining flour mixture and whisk to combine, cooking until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Slowly add milk while whisking to avoid lumps, cooking until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.

Season the gravy with salt, black pepper, sage, thyme, and bay leaves to taste.

Serve the fried squirrel smothered in gravy alongside warm biscuits.

Cooking Techniques

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