Easy and Tender Squirrel Stew

squirrel

💰Cheaper: rabbit

Rabbit is more widely available and has a similar flavor profile.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: beef broth

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, while beef broth is a cost-effective substitute.

Start by preparing the pressure cooker for squirrel stew.

Add leftover chicken broth to the pressure cooker.

Include cooked onions, salt, pepper, and leftover broccoli.

Scrape the celery with the back of a knife to avoid damaging the blade.

Peel a few carrots and decide to scrub them instead to reduce waste.

Chop the vegetables and add them to the pressure cooker, including potatoes.

Butcher the thawed squirrel into small pieces, removing fur as necessary.

Add the squirrel meat, liver, and heart to the pot.

Season the mixture with Trader Joe's 21 seasoning salute and additional salt.

Ensure the meat is submerged in the cooking liquid for maximum flavor absorption.

Check the pressure cooker to ensure the pipe is clear and the gasket is pliable.

Heat the pressure cooker until the regulator starts to rock, indicating it's under pressure.

Once the regulator is rocking, turn the flame down to just above a simmer and set a timer for 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, check the stew; it should smell good and be ready to serve.

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