Deliciously Prepared Squirrel Tips and 2 Simple Food Recipes

Squirrels in the kitchens of various countries are considered a special delicacy, obtained directly from nature. Not only do they taste mild, but they are also good for your health.

“Squirrels are rich in vitamins and minerals. 55 grams of these mushrooms contain as much as a fifth of the daily amount of iron, so eating squirrels more frequently will help your body maintain a good level of hemoglobin in the blood. They are also rich in copper, which helps maintain elasticity and firmness of the skin, and vitamin B3 reduces skin irritations, “Vilma Juodkazienė, food expert at the Iki retail chain, said in a press release .

How to clean these fungi?

Squirrels are valued not only for their beneficial properties, but also for their solid shape, which prevents fried or cooked mushrooms from liquefying. According to V. Juodkazienė, in order to maintain their freshness and prevent the fungi from crumbling, it is important to wash the squirrels cleanly, without keeping them in the water for too long.

“To clean the squirrels, soak them in cold salt water. A bucket requires approximately a handful of salt. This nutrient makes it easier for squirrels to come off various leaves and needles brought in from the forest. However, the mushrooms should hardly be immersed in water and immediately removed, repeating this step several times. In this way, the squirrels will not be able to absorb a large amount of liquid, therefore, they will stay stronger and crispier, “advises V. Juodkazienė.

Fry in melted butter

Fresh squirrels are quite brittle mushrooms, so instead of cutting them, cut them by hand into the desired chunks and put them in a hot pan. According to the food expert, the taste of chopped mushrooms will feel better on the plates.

‘Ghee melted (ghee) butter, which, unlike regular butter, does not eat, smoke, or help digest food faster. When the squirrels are lightly fried in butter, they themselves begin to release the liquid, in which they are perfectly cooked. Bake for a few minutes until the liquid has evaporated. Also, if you have more mushrooms, it is better to divide them into parts, otherwise it will be difficult to mix and fry them well, ”advises V. Juodkazienė.

Do not add spices

Salt, pepper, dill, or thyme will help reveal the true flavor of squirrels.

When preparing squirrels, remember the most important rule: don’t multiply spices. According to V. Juodkazienė, salt, pepper, dill or thyme will help reveal the true taste of squirrels, giving mushroom dishes a more intense forest aroma.

“It is important not to add not only spices, but also ingredients: the fewer different flavors, the better the distinctive taste of squirrels. Fresh, sour or pickled vegetables or salads are perfect for freshly prepared squirrels,” says V. Juodkazienė and share recipes for two easy to prepare dishes that will reveal the special flavor of fresh squirrels.

Tomato salad with squirrels

Ingredients (4 people):

• 400 g of squirrels;
• 150 g of cherry tomatoes;
• 100 g of spinach;
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice spoon;
• 1 tablespoon. spoon olive oil;
• 1 tablespoon. spoon melted ghi butter;
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• Pepper;
• dill.

Doing:

1. Chop the squirrels lightly.

2. Put a piece of butter in the pan and heat. Add squirrels, season with salt and pepper. Bake until there is no liquid left.

3. Mix roasted squirrels with spinach and half-cut tomatoes. Season with lemon juice, olive oil, dill and mix well.

Squirrels with cream sauce

Ingredients (4 people):

• 4 glass squirrels;
• 1 tablespoon. spoon melted ghi butter;
• Pepper;
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• thyme.

For the sauce:

• 400 ml of cream;
• 1 onion
• 2 tablespoons flour spoon;
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• Pepper.

Doing:

1. Chop the squirrels lightly.

2. Put a piece of butter in the pan and heat. Then add the squirrels, season with salt, pepper and thyme. Bake until there is no more liquid from the squirrels.

3. In another skillet, fry the finely chopped onions over low heat, add the cream, flour and mix well. Season the sauce with salt and pepper.

4. Serve on squirrels stuffed with cream sauce along with potatoes and pickles.