Canadian Caribou Stew

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) caribou meat, cubed 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) caribou meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 turnips, peeled and cubed 2 turnips, peeled and cubed
• 4 cups (950ml) beef broth 4 cups (950ml) beef broth
• 1 bay leaf 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 20g, 4g
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the caribou meat and brown it on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set it aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
4. 4.
   Return the browned caribou meat to the pot and add the carrots, potatoes, and turnips.
5. 5.
   Pour in the beef broth and add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper.
6. 6.
   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the caribou meat is tender.
7. 7.
   Remove the bay leaf before serving.
8. 8.
   Serve the Canadian Caribou Stew hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Caribou meat — Ensure that the caribou meat is properly trimmed of any excess fat before cubing it. This will result in a leaner and more tender stew.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, marinate the caribou meat in red wine and herbs overnight before cooking.
• If caribou meat is not available, you can substitute it with venison or beef.
• Adding a splash of red wine to the stew during the cooking process can enhance the depth of flavors.
• Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious gravy.
• Leftover stew can be frozen and reheated for future meals.

Serving advice

Serve the Canadian Caribou Stew in deep bowls, garnished with fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme. Accompany it with a slice of warm crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, place a sprig of fresh rosemary on top of each bowl of stew. Serve it alongside a rustic wooden spoon for a touch of authenticity.