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Columba oenas |
July: Hatching. Young pigeons begin hatching and require constant care and feeding.
Absolutely harmless. Cautious forest bird. Common dove in Europe and Western Asia. Frequently appears in hunting cuisine.
Inhabits deciduous and mixed forests. Feeds on seeds, buds, and berries. Has a soft and melodic call.
Walk-up hunting in fields and forest edges Use of calls and voice imitation Hunting in early morning and late evening
Found in small flocks, cautious. Flushes quickly when disturbed. Best to approach with wind in your face.
Feathers removed after scalding. Meat is tender, handle carefully. Cool carcass immediately after dressing. Meat is edible but rarely harvested.
Breast: Frying, braising
Thigh: Braising, soup
Whole bird: Roasting whole
Thigh: Braising, soup
Whole bird: Roasting whole
Fried Stock Dove with Herbs (Pan-fry)
Tender meat with aromatic herbs
Tender meat with aromatic herbs
1. Marinate meat with garlic and thyme.
2. Fry until golden brown.
3. Serve with vegetables or rice.
2. Fry until golden brown.
3. Serve with vegetables or rice.
Braised Stock Dove with Vegetables (Braising)
Rich flavor and tender texture
Rich flavor and tender texture
1. Brown meat until crust forms.
2. Add vegetables and braise for 40 minutes.
3. Serve with mashed potatoes or grains.
2. Add vegetables and braise for 40 minutes.
3. Serve with mashed potatoes or grains.
Roasted Stock Dove with Lemon (Roasting)
Tangy fresh flavor with citrus notes
Tangy fresh flavor with citrus notes
1. Rub carcass with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
2. Roast at 180°C (350°F) for 1 hour.
3. Serve with herbs and fresh vegetables.
2. Roast at 180°C (350°F) for 1 hour.
3. Serve with herbs and fresh vegetables.
Stock Dove Vegetable Soup (Boiling)
Hearty and nourishing soup
Hearty and nourishing soup
1. Make broth from bones.
2. Add vegetables and cook until tender.
3. Garnish with herbs.
2. Add vegetables and cook until tender.
3. Garnish with herbs.