VLOG #273- Cooking a Cajun Squirrel Stew Recipe

squirrel

💰Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is more widely available and easier to prepare.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth can be a lighter option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

green onions

💰Cheaper: regular onions

Regular onions are more economical.

Samantha chops up the ingredients: onions, red bell peppers, orange bell peppers, celery, garlic, and mushrooms.

Clean the squirrels by cutting them down the back and removing the skin.

Quarter the squirrels by cutting off the arms and legs and splitting the back part in half.

Heat bacon grease and butter in a large pot.

Brown the squirrel pieces in the pot with the bacon grease and butter.

Remove the squirrel pieces and set aside.

Add the chopped vegetables to the pot and sauté until they are softened.

Pour in some red wine to the pot with the sautéed vegetables.

Return the squirrel to the pot and add chicken broth and water.

Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours.

After about an hour and 25 minutes, add okra to the pot.

Debone the squirrel meat and return it to the pot.

Mix cornstarch with water and add it to the pot to thicken the stew.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens