Teresa's Recipes
Rustic Ptarmigan Stew
Experience a gustatory journey to the rugged wilderness with this Rustic Ptarmigan Stew. Each spoonful gives a taste of the wild, with tender ptarmigan meat simmered to perfection in a richly seasoned broth, coupled with a medley of hearty vegetables and aromatic herbs. It's a comforting, flavorful dish that celebrates the simple yet robust flavors of the wild.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1, finely chopped Onion
- 2 stalks, finely chopped Celery
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1, cut into pieces Ptarmigan
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon, dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon, dried Rosemary
- 2 Bay leaves
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2, sliced Carrots
- 2, diced Potatoes
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 35g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add in the onion, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ptarmigan pieces to the pot, cooking until they are browned on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the ptarmigan and vegetables, stirring well to ensure everything is coated. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Increase the heat to high and bring the stew to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 1 hour.
- Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot, continuing to simmer for another 30 minutes. The stew is done when the vegetables are tender.
- Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the ptarmigan stew hot. For an extra touch, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
Tips
- Ptarmigan can be substituted with other game birds or even chicken for a more accessible ingredient.
- For a thicker stew, you can add more flour or reduce the stew for a longer period.
- For added depth of flavor, a splash of white wine can be added along with the chicken broth.