• Squirrel 'n' dumplings

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    wc870
    Published on 01-20-2026 05:05 AM
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    I had a good hunt the other day with a couple buddies, we managed to bag 7 squirrels. After a day on the ice with 6lb it was time for some comfort food! I already had the squirrels cleaned and in the fridge ready to go. I did some final trimming and into a pot to brown in some oil.


    After a little oil bath I removed them to start on a broth. The usual suspects went in .. onion, celery tops, garlic.

    Deglaze with white wind and some broth. Then back in for a long simmer with the squirrel.



    After the simmer to cook and tenderize the squirrel I strained the broth and started the soup base.
    Mirepoix sautéed, flour for roux, broth back in with the squirrel. A simple dumpling batter was made and added.



    Then eat!





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    1. SuperDave336's Avatar
      SuperDave336 - 01-20-2026, 08:54 AM
      Looks pretty good. Never had squirrel before though.
    1. crappie carp81's Avatar
      crappie carp81 - 01-20-2026, 10:07 AM
      Looks delicious , comfort food for a cold day
    1. skeetbum's Avatar
      skeetbum - 01-20-2026, 11:16 AM
      Been a long time since I’ve had any but it comes with good memories. I know where some squirrels are in Florida that aren’t hunted and on public land that I could have major fun with. Hmmmm, squirrel with a side of crappie…..I’d be in!!
    1. kycreek's Avatar
      kycreek - 01-20-2026, 12:44 PM
      I've never had squirrel & dumplings but grew up eating squirrel/gravy/biscuits. Hard to beat if done right.

      Haven't had any in years.

      My wife doesn't want any part of it. LOL
    1. hdhntr's Avatar
      hdhntr - 02-15-2026, 04:53 PM
      Young squirrel fried is the best but doing what he is great as well. the Meat is firm and delicious and much better IMO than chicken. not a dumpling fan but make stew with the older ones and that's comfort food fo sho! killed a few this year but never really go after them after deer season anymore as my places don't have the populations.

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