Venison 101 with Hank Shaw

Venison 101 with Hank Shaw

Ever want to know how to get more out of your big game animals? Author and Chef Hank Shaw walks you through a nose-to-tail guide on prepping, butchering and cooking the fruits of your hard work in the field.

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Venison 101 with Hank Shaw
  • Introduction to Venison 101

    Meet your instructor Hank Shaw, a James Beard Award winning chef, hunter, angler, and forager world renowned for his wild food recipes.

  • Seam Butchery Vol I: Hind Leg

    How to turn a big game hind leg into sinew-free roasts and steaks with just a pocket knife and your fingers.

  • Seam Butchery Vol II: Flat Iron

    Don’t grind shoulders! Here’s how to get a top quality steak from an elk, moose or other large shoulder.

  • Seam Butchery Vol III: Skirt Steak

    How to cut, and what to do with, the tastiest steak on an elk, moose, caribou, or other large big game animal.

  • Taking Stock of the Matter

    Bones, trim, tendons and silverskin turn into silky, full flavored broth if you’re willing to take it slow.

  • The Grind & Smash Burgers

    How to grind your own burger or sausage meat: coarse or fine, fat or lean all have their place in the kitchen.

  • Jerky in All Its Forms

    Whole muscle or ground, jerky is everyone’s favorite meaty snack. Here’s how to make both kinds

  • Wobbly Bits & Tacos de Lengua

    Make the “fifth quarter” one of your favorite parts with tips on how to prep, store and cook heart, tongue, liver and kidneys.

  • Steak Diane

    This 200-year-old French classic was originally made with venison. Here’s how to make it.

  • Building a Better Stew

    A perfect stew is built in stages, bit by bit. Here are general tips and techniques to cook standout stews.

  • Reverse Sear

    A better way to cook big roasts and steaks. Start cool, then sear at the end for more even doneness.

  • Barbacoa Tacos

    This Mexican favorite is the best thing to do with a neck or shoulder. Slow cooked, shredded and seared.

  • Knowledge Bombs

    My favorite tips, tricks and techniques to help improve your kitchen skills no matter what you cook.