Squirrel Stew Recipe

Name: Squirrel Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 squirrels, cleaned, of course!; water; 1 large onion, quartered; 2 stalks celery; potatoes, diced; carrots, diced; peas; 1/2 c. barley; green beans; corn; 3 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; bay leaf; 2 chopped ripe tomatoes (optional); 1/4 tsp. thyme

Servings: persons

2 squirrels, cleaned, of course!
water
1 large onion, quartered
2 stalks celery
potatoes, diced
carrots, diced
peas
1/2 c. barley
green beans
corn
3 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
bay leaf
2 chopped ripe tomatoes (optional)
1/4 tsp. thyme

1
Put squirrels in large pot; cover with water.
2
Add 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, onion and celery.
3
Cook 1 to 2 hours.
4
Remove squirrel.
5
Strain broth; discard onion and celery.
6
Put broth back in pan; add bay leaf and 2 teaspoons salt.
7
Add all other ingredients.
8
Remove squirrel meat from bones and cut into bite size pieces.
9
Add to stew.
10
Cook 2 hours.
11
(Remove bay leaf before serving.)

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 squirrels, cleaned, of course!, water, 1 large onion, quartered, 2 stalks celery, and more.

Yes, Squirrel Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Squirrel Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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