Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 pound

caribou

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

black pepper

to taste

0.5 cup

white wine

1 tbsp

worcestershire sauce

1 cup

lentils

4 unit

potatoes

quartered

1 unit

carrots

peeled, sliced

1 unit

celery stalks

chopped

0.5 cup

parsnips

diced

1 unit

jalapeno pepper

diced

2 unit

banana peppers

chopped

1 unit

bay leaves

Step 1
~17 min

Dredge the caribou meat in seasoned flour.

Step 2
~17 min

Brown the meat in a frying pan with a little oil.

Step 3
~17 min

Transfer the browned meat to a large saucepan or crockpot.

Step 4
~17 min

Add the white wine, Worcestershire sauce, lentils, quartered potatoes, sliced carrots, chopped celery stalks, diced parsnips, diced jalapeno pepper, chopped banana peppers, and bay leaves.

Step 5
~17 min

Add enough water to cover all ingredients.

Step 6
~17 min

Simmer on low heat for 2 hours in a saucepan or 10 hours in a crockpot.

Step 7
~17 min

Adjust seasonings to taste.

Step 8
~17 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use bone broth instead of water.

Add a splash of red wine vinegar at the end of cooking to brighten the flavors.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Traditional stew often made with hunted game.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Winter holidays
Hunting season celebrations

Occasion Tags

Winter
Comfort Food
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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