Well, hey there, y’all! Let’s talk about somethin’ real good to eat – deer tips and rice. Yep, you heard that right. That deer meat, the kind you get when you go huntin’ out in the woods. Or maybe your neighbor, that nice fella, shares some with ya. Anyways, it’s good eatin’, and I’m gonna tell ya how to make it real tasty.
First off, you gotta get yourself some deer meat. Now, I like the tender pieces, the tips, ya know? Them little bits that cook up real nice and soft. Not too tough, not too chewy, just right. You can get ’em from the shoulder or the hindquarters, it don’t matter much. Just make sure they ain’t got too much of that silver skin on ’em, ’cause that stuff’s a pain to chew.
Okay, so you got your deer tips. Now what? Well, I like to season ’em up good. Salt, pepper, that’s the basics. But I also throw in a little garlic powder, onion powder, maybe even a pinch of paprika if I’m feelin’ fancy. Don’t be shy with the seasoning, that’s what gives it the flavor, you hear? You can even add a little bit of cayenne pepper if you like things a little spicy. My grandson, he loves it that way, says it gives it a real kick.
Now, for the cookin’ part. Get yourself a big ol’ skillet, the kind that can hold a whole lotta food. Put in some oil, or maybe some butter, whatever you got on hand. Let it get nice and hot, then throw in them deer tips. You wanna sear ’em good, get ’em all browned up on all sides. That’s what seals in the juices and makes ’em real tender.
- Get the deer tips
- Season them up real good with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and such
- Sear them in a hot skillet till they’re nice and brown
Once they’re browned, you can add in some onions and peppers if you like. I always do, ’cause it adds a little somethin’ extra. Just chop ’em up small and toss ’em in the skillet. Cook ’em till they’re soft, then it’s time for the next step.
Now, some folks like to add a little flour to the pan, make a gravy. That’s fine, but I usually just add some water or broth. Beef broth is good, chicken broth works too. Just pour it in, enough to cover the deer tips. Then, you gotta let it simmer. Simmer means cook it slow and low, let it bubble a little bit, but not boil too hard. You wanna let them deer tips get real tender, that’s the key.
While the deer tips are simmerin’, you can start on the rice. Now, I ain’t gonna tell ya how to cook rice, ’cause everybody knows how to cook rice. Just cook it however you like it. I like mine a little bit sticky, so I add a little extra water. But you do it your way, it’s all good.
Once the deer tips are tender and the rice is cooked, it’s time to put it all together. I just spoon some rice onto a plate, then top it with the deer tips and the gravy. And let me tell ya, it’s a meal fit for a king, or a queen, or just a regular ol’ hungry person like me. It’s stick-to-your-ribs good, the kind of food that fills ya up and makes ya feel good all over.
And you know what? Deer tips and rice ain’t just good eatin’, it’s also good for ya. Deer meat is lean, got lots of protein. And rice, well, that’s good for energy. So it’s a healthy meal, too. My daughter, she’s always talkin’ about eatin’ healthy, and even she likes this deer tips and rice. Says it’s “nutritious,” whatever that means.
So there ya have it, my recipe for deer tips and rice. It ain’t fancy, ain’t complicated, just good, honest food. The kind of food that sticks to your bones and warms you up on a cold night. Give it a try, y’all, and let me know what you think. I bet you’ll like it just fine.
And if you got any leftovers, well, they’re even better the next day. Just heat ’em up and enjoy. Deer tips and rice, it’s the kind of meal that keeps on givin’.
Now, you go on and try it yourself. Don’t be scared to get your hands dirty and make a mess in the kitchen. That’s how you learn, and that’s how you make good food. And remember, cooking ain’t just about following a recipe, it’s about putting your heart into it. It’s about making something that makes people happy, and that’s what matters most. So go on, get cooking!
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