Cooking A Whole Huge Ostrich! The Recipe Of The Dish That Everyone Was Waiting For

whole ostrich

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey is leaner, while chicken is more accessible and affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits, while canola is cost-effective.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water with seasoning is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee is lactose-free and has a higher smoke point, while margarine is often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).

Rub the whole ostrich with olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Stuff the cavity with rosemary, thyme, and lemon slices.

Place the ostrich in a large roasting pan.

Surround the ostrich with chopped onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes.

Pour chicken broth into the pan to keep the meat moist.

Cover the pan with aluminum foil and roast for 2-3 hours, until the meat is tender.

Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Roast for an additional 30 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices.

Check the internal temperature, aiming for 165°F (74°C).

Let the ostrich rest for 20 minutes before carving.

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