Entrée: United States – Squirrel Fricassee
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Ingredients
U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.
3 squirrels, cut into pieces and cleaned Salt and pepper to taste 3 tbsp (45 ml) butter 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 / 2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine 1 1 / 2 cups (360 ml) chicken stock 1 / 2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice Chopped parsley to finish
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3 squirrels, cut into pieces and cleaned Salt and pepper to taste 3 tbsp (45 ml) butter 8 oz / 225 g mushrooms, sliced 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 / 2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine 1 1 / 2 cups (360 ml) chicken stock 1 / 2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice Chopped parsley to finish
Instructions
U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate.
1. Season squirrel pieces, melt 2 tbsp (30 ml) butter in a large skillet, and brown squirrel on all sides; transfer to a plate. 2. Add remaining butter; sauté onions and mushrooms until softened and lightly browned. 3. Pour in wine to deglaze, scraping up browned bits, then add stock and return squirrel to pan. 4. Simmer gently, covered, 45–60 minutes until meat is tender. 5. Stir in cream and lemon juice, simmer uncovered few minutes to thicken slightly. Adjust salt and pepper. 6. Sprinkle with parsley and serve over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes.
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1. Season squirrel pieces, melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet, and brown squirrel on all sides; transfer to a plate. 2. Add remaining butter; sauté onions and mushrooms until softened and lightly browned. 3. Pour in wine to deglaze, scraping up browned bits, then add stock and return squirrel to pan. 4. Simmer gently, covered, 45–60 minutes until meat is tender. 5. Stir in cream and lemon juice, simmer uncovered few minutes to thicken slightly. Adjust salt and pepper. 6. Sprinkle with parsley and serve over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes.
Per serving | Servings: 4
Generated: 2026-11-05T20:42:10+00:00
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