More time will be needed in the oven at a lower temperature (say 300°). Congrats. With a full shoulder mount, we won’t have a full hide left over. I’ll be posting photos and our procedure for grinding meat  later. Bulls become sexually mature by 2-1/2 years of age but usually do not compete successfully with other males until about 4-5 years of age. 'MeatEater' is streaming now on Netflix. Seventy-nine Nilgai were collected for research on food habits and meat quality on the King Ranch during a study in 1969-1972. Developing economic uses may be the best means of controlling the nilgai and assuring their compatibility on Texas ranges. Often compared to veal, our ground Nilgai antelope meat has a mild flavor and a great texture, making it a versatile option and a perfect substitute for more generic meats. Antelope Brisket - Average 4 to 5 Lbs. The burgers weren't even cut with pork or anything. If I can answer any other questions for you, just ask. More Snakes! Change ), The musings of g2, traveling man and old curmudgeon. I actually found your blog while looking up info on hunting Nilgai. Labor Day Whitewing Hunt! You are the proud owner of some nilgai? The meat was good, while fattier, but the complexity of flavor was nice. I noticed right away that the smell of the uncooked meat differs … It was huge. as availability permits. He’s another blogger located in South Africa. You can google instructions for smoking a steamship round for an estimate of how many minutes per pound. Texas Nilgai antelope hunting is in Don’t be put off by it. I noticed right away that the smell of the uncooked meat differs slightly from  that of venison. Nilgai Antelope, also known as the Blue Bulls, were first introduced to Texas in the 1920s. When the muscle is pounded out rather thin, the cooking time (frying time) will not be affected. Let me know before you head down. I've never killed one but have been given lots of meat, steaks, burger meat, chili grind, roasts, all of it was great. I’ll share some insights and pointers. These are large animals, weighing an average of 280 pounds on the hoof. Those layers benefit from extended cooking time at a low temperature or tenderizing using a meat mallet for steaks. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. Glad you visited my site. It is extremely low in fat, averaging well under 1% for most cuts. As I continue to use the nilgai meat, the differences I’ve noticed are few, but noteworthy. The Texas government categorizes Nilgai as exotic, meaning that there is no closed season, no bag limit, and no possession limit on the animal. Venison tenderloin is barely a delectable morsel for two. ( Log Out /  Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. Change ). Regardless of how they got here, they’ve done well. I would think that the Instant pot pressure cooker would do exactly that. The staff provided the meat dishes and the volunteers brought side dishes. Spot and stalk Nilgai hunts are one of the toughest exotic hunts you will experience. Hind quarter football roast? We can accommodate as many as 8 hunters on the East Ranch on a given hunt, and as many as 6 hunters at certain times from the Yturria camps, but we can also accommodate singles … Personally, I separated it out into the different muscles and used them for various steaks, stews, etc. I like the idea of injecting the creole butter. Not sure I could fit it in my oven My experience has been that there are many layers of silverskin and other connective tissue that run through the meat, more than venison or elk and certainly more than beef. I liked nilgai also but nothing compares to axis meat. by thedeerslayerswife. Wild Game Recipes from a South Texas Home Cook #feedingmrbootsparma #eatmorejavelina #mrsbootsmedia, Tips, information and insights about MEAT, FISH and POULTRY. We’re just purists, I guess. The very pretty females and their brood are brown to orange or yellowish brown. As I continue to use the nilgai meat, the differences I’ve noticed are few, but noteworthy. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. I’m thinking of using my instapot and doing a traditional roast with potatoes and carrots and onions. They convinced me of that right off the bat. Last edited by Check1; 10/03/12 03:37 PM. When the muscle is pounded out rather thin, the cooking time (frying time) will not be affected. We have considered injecting the roast with creole butter first to give it extra moisture. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. I’m eager to check him out. It is quite possible to take a couple of hundred pounds of meat off a good-sized bull. The shanks made very good osso buco. When Is The Best Time For A Nilgai Hunt? Select Product Size $162.50 • 2 packs, 5 lbs ea $162.50 • 10 packs, 1 lb ea Incidentally, nilgai meat is excellent eating, which makes these hunts even more attractive. Green Horn. His search for an animal that could thrive in the South Texas climate and produce a high quality, lean meat led him to the nilgai antelope. Drafted by Author on Posted on November 3, 2020. I’m thinking about covering an ottoman or something. Some other people told me about it. By signing up for this email, you are agreeing to news, offers, and information from Encyclopaedia Britannica. Given the choice, though, I’d save the pork to grind by itself for pan sausage. Rifles used were chambered in.243,.270, 7mm Magnum and.30-06, all with factory ammunition. Living off the grid for four days. Somebody else told me the meat was good. nilgai meat nutrition facts. The amount of fat in the meat appears to be the same with venison and nilgai both (almost none)! Check out “Bacon-Wrapped Garlic Venison Roast (https://thedeerslayerswife.com/2013/01/29/bacon-wrapped-garlic-venison-roast/ ) for instructions and suggestions for processing and uses for the different muscles. Nilgai Antelope Stew Meat - 5 Lbs. I have never prepared a whole nilgai roast. The meat dishes included spicy sausage, beef tips in gravy, a roast and chicken fried steak, all of which were delicious. Although the males are gray to brownish gray, as they approach maturity, they sure enough look blue. How much time will depend on the size of the meat. Antelope Osso Bucco - 2" - 10 Lb. ( Log Out /  If you decide to take on this Herculean task, please let me know how it turns out. 15487. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. You guys were getting a head mount, right? It looks so cool. It’s a large antelope that was imported by the King Ranch about 75 years ago for hunting purposes. The meat has a mild flavor with a good texture, much like veal. #3629083 10/03/12 06:24 PM: Joined: Sep 2012. M. Joined: Sep 2012. Subscribe on YouTube at Carnivore Confidential, I have to admit, the title is a little misleading. So, it's very lean, very clean, 100% organic protein. Depending on who you ask, they were either accidently released by a traveling circus or were bought from a circus by King Ranch personnel and released to reproduce and provide meat for the Ranch’s vaqueros. Nilgai were introduced to the region in the early 1900s. Also, check out my recipe for Bacon-wrapped garlic venison roast https://thedeerslayerswife.com/2013/01/29/bacon-wrapped-garlic-venison-roast/. Some of the best game animal meat you will find, seriously, it's up there with Elk/Axis. Availability: Usually ships the same business day. Nilgai Antelope Ground Meat - 5 Lbs. The limited hunting of nilgai in Texas and their high rate of increase make the control of their numbers a major management concern. I’ve absolutely enjoyed experimenting with all my favorite venison recipes, applying them to our newly acquired exoitc meat. While I have come to discover that the meat harvested from nilgai and venison are both superior in my book, there are a few subtle differences. I’d do it again if necessary. Antelope Brisket - Average 4 to 5 Lbs. They will eat plant parts such as flowers, seeds, fruit, leaves, etc. ( Log Out /  The meat was good, while fattier, but the complexity of flavor was nice. What did you do with the hide? Deerslayer (a.k.a. Given the choice, though, I’d save the pork to grind by itself for pan sausage. The staff members that are hunters also know how to fix the meat. ( Log Out /  $189.99. Near the mane, the hair is longer and gradually gets shorter as it spreads out across the torso. I saw you had offered some “insight and pointers” and would appreciate any help. I’d do it again if necessary. There’s also a long, rectangular hind quarter muscle called the bottom round that might work in this application. For those of you unaware, Nilgai is a type of antelope. Yeah, that’s it. Well built bullets such as partitions or A-Frames are recommended. First of all, it’s huge! Nilgai Hunting Season: Nilgai are an excellent species to hunt year round in Texas! Chicken Drumstick, Chicken Drumstick (Skin Not Eaten) , Roasted Broiled or Baked Chicken Drumstick, Fried Chicken Drumstick No Coating, Chicken Drumstick Meat and Skin (Broilers or Fryers) view more … Both are outstanding in their own right. It’s a large antelope that was imported by the King Ranch about 75 years ago for hunting purposes. The removal of these layers and bits is definitely more time-consuming. Operations like King Ranch began offering hunting packages to trophy hunters, which can require a special five-day exotic hunting license. It’s like determining the superiority of. I think it would make an awesome ottoman cover. The connective tissue, silver skin, or fascia adheres to the muscle much more than with venison. Those who gettem are using compounds and shooting 40-60 yards. http://manwhohunts.com/. With good range conditions females can conceive at 18 months of age, but few mate before 3 years of age. Keep me posted. Incidentally, Nilgai antelope meat is some of the best wild game meat you will ever have, which makes Nilgai antelope hunting even more attractive. Category: Cooking, Hunting, Nilgai, Processing wild game, VenisonTags: comparing venison and nilgai, cooking nilgai, cooking wild game, nilgai vs. venison, I can only think of one person who maybe would know what to do with critters like this (beyond how we might use venison, that is). Somebody else told me the meat was good. Good marksmanship is also important when hunting the Nilgai Antelope because the shot will most likely be taken from some distance. They don’t have nilgai there, but he hunts kudu, blesbok, and other big antelope. Nilgai are a unique tourism niche in Texas—since they can’t be hunted in India—but they are also a uniquely Texan pest, in that their massive proliferation is spreading a dangerous tick. Last Thursday evening, we attended a volunteer appreciation dinner here at the Wildlife Refuge. M. mtnman1. You won’t regret it. I’d appreciate any input from my hunting friends who may have experiences to share. Their meat taste just like venison so the finer cuts should be prepared just like venison. I know that I’m not supposed to be eating all that. It came from an animal called a Nilgai. My brother in law and I were drawn for the Laguna Atascosa NWR archery hunt for the first time. In previous years, however, we’ve stretched our venison by adding wild pork that we had in abundance. cool blog, thx. They make the best Osso Buco. Posts: 8. While I have come to discover that the meat harvested from nilgai and venison are both superior in my book, there are a few subtle differences. Posts: 8. Gene Kelly or Fred Astaire (not in champagne, just dancing!). Nilgai Recipes: So are they good to eat? Grass is the main diet for them in Texas with agricultural crops increasingly being encroached on by them. Just curious, have you ever cooked a whole nilgai roast? Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. All were one-shot kills, mostly with neck shots. Nilgai can weigh up to 700 lbs., stand 4’5” at shoulder and be up to 6.6 ft long. Since the founding of the Company in 2011, the Nilgai team have explored many areas of the food industry in India, including fine-dining restaurants, QSRs, super-premium gifting solutions and mass-friendly affordable packaged foods. Good luck. Posted on February 16, 2014 A meat-eater's nirvana, and I do not want to ruin it. With just one bite, Steven knew that his efforts had paid off as he had tasted a wonderful meal made using Nilgai meat. Love the blog, we will be looking up some recipes for sure! Over the next few weeks, I’ll continue to use the nilgai and document my progress. Thanks for the website of “man who hunts”. 275758. The Texas government classifies them as exotic, which means there’s no bag limit, no possession limit, and no closed season. with raspberries or strawberries. I’ve also used some of the hindquarter muscle to prepare. Nilgai Facts and Information | SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Find What Brings You Comfort… Especially Now. It came from an animal called a Nilgai. He let the carcass stay overnight while he took the tongue, heart, and meat of the Nilgai to his friend who chopped some vegetables and turned the meat into a delicious meal. Nilgai are challenging to hunt, they have good eyesight, hearing and sense of smell and spook easily. Therein lies the first difference between the nilgai and venison; the size. For this reason large herds of adolescent males are commonly seen together until they're old enough to compete. Google produces everything from "cook the heck out of it" to "soak it in milk to kill the taste" to "eat it almost-raw rare". These animals forage on native grasses, seeds, and fruit, giving the meat a mild venison-like flavor. Nilgai are native to India and Pakistan, but South Texas is home to more than 35,000 feral animals after a ranch brought them to the area in the 1950s.