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Alces alces americana |
August: Antlers of males begin to harden, they become more territorial.
Safe for humans. May show aggression during rutting season. Moose meat was considered celebratory among Native Americans and northern hunters. Every part was used: antlers for tools, hide for clothing. Moose dish festivals are held in Canada and Alaska.
Males can reach 2 meters tall and weigh up to 700 kg. Antlers may weigh up to 25 kg. Dangerous when wounded – may charge.
Stand hunting near salt licks and trails Calling (imitating cow moose sounds) Drive hunts
Best time – dawn and dusk during rut (September–October). Meat is prized for flavor and nutrition. Moose frequent wet and wooded areas.
Carcass may weigh 300–700 kg — requires assistance and gear to extract. Meat benefits from aging and careful butchering (neck and brisket are important). Tongue, liver, and heart are edible delicacies. Meat is safe when properly cooked. Possible parasites if eaten raw.
Tenderloin: Pan-fried or grilled
Hindquarters: Roasted or stewed
Ribs: Grilled or braised
Tongue: Boiled or jellied
Hindquarters: Roasted or stewed
Ribs: Grilled or braised
Tongue: Boiled or jellied
Braised moose with mushrooms and cranberries (Slow braising)
Game meat cooked with forest mushrooms and tart berries for flavor balance
Game meat cooked with forest mushrooms and tart berries for flavor balance
1. Sear the meat until browned.
2. Add onions, mushrooms, cranberries, and broth.
3. Simmer gently for 2–3 hours.
2. Add onions, mushrooms, cranberries, and broth.
3. Simmer gently for 2–3 hours.
Moose patties (Pan frying)
Ground moose mixed with pork fat or onion for moisture
Ground moose mixed with pork fat or onion for moisture
1. Grind meat with onion and pork fat.
2. Add spices and soaked bread.
3. Form patties and fry until golden brown.
2. Add spices and soaked bread.
3. Form patties and fry until golden brown.
Moose tongue soup (Boiling)
Traditional hearty soup made with root vegetables and moose tongue
Traditional hearty soup made with root vegetables and moose tongue
1. Boil tongue with salt and bay leaf.
2. Peel, slice, and return to broth with vegetables.
3. Simmer until potatoes and carrots are cooked.
2. Peel, slice, and return to broth with vegetables.
3. Simmer until potatoes and carrots are cooked.