Best 8 Elephant Stew Recipes

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Elephant stew is a traditional African dish that is often served at special occasions. It is a hearty and flavorful stew that can be made with a variety of spices and ingredients. The main ingredient in elephant stew is elephant meat, which is typically stewed with vegetables, such as tomatoes, onions, and peppers. Additional ingredients may include herbs, spices, and stock. Elephant stew is a delicious and unique dish that is sure to impress your guests.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ELEPHANT STEW



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The kids should like reading this one...it's an adaptation of a recipe from a July 1968 cookbook that was published by the local newspaper. I bought it at a garage sale and was entertained for hours by the great sounding recipes and the sponsor's ads. A new gas range, $118; a new full size refrigerator with automatic defrosting! $168... Mary Ferris had submitted a version of this recipe.

Provided by cheryl

Categories     Meat

Time P2m6D

Yield 3500 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 medium elephant
2 (50 gallon) containers broth
500 lbs assorted fresh vegetables, chopped
2 rabbits (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut elephant into bite-size pieces.
  • This takes about 2 months.
  • Using large kettles, simmer equal parts elephant and vegetables with enough broth to cover.
  • Cook for a couple days.
  • If more are expected add the rabbits, but do this only if necessary.
  • Most people don't like to find hare in their stew.

ELEPHANT WALK SWEET BEEF STEW (KHAR SAIKO KROEUNG)



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Make and share this Elephant Walk Sweet Beef Stew (Khar Saiko Kroeung) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Stew

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lbs boneless top round beef, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup peeled thinly sliced gingerroot (about 2 ounces)
3 dried New Mexico chiles, soaked, seeded and deveined
3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 large shallot, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup water
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon mushroom soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup green coconut juice
1/4 cup tamarind juice
fresh cilantro stem, for garnish
cucumber, slices

Steps:

  • Put the beef in a medium bowl. Grind the ginger slices with a mortar and pestle, adding them a few at a time until you have extracted most of the juice, or use a mini-chop to make a wet paste. Squeeze the juice from the fibers (you should have 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons) and stir it into the beef; discard the ginger solids. Let the beef marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the paste: Blend all the ingredients in a blender until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the paste and cook, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are released, about 2 minutes. Stir in the beef, sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, salt, pepper and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until the liquid is reduced by half, about 40 minutes.
  • Add the coconut and tamarind juices and cook for another 20 minutes. If the sauce is too thin at this point, increase the heat and reduce further; the sauce should be fairly thick.
  • Garnish with cilantro sprigs and serve with cucumber slices and rice.

ELEPHANT STEW FOR A CROWD



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Make and share this Elephant Stew For A Crowd recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barefoot Beachcomber

Categories     Stew

Time 3h20m

Yield 3800 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 elephant
2 rabbits (optional)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cut elephant into bite size pieces.
  • This should take about 2 months.
  • Add enough brown gravy to cover.
  • Cook over hot fire for 3 weeks.
  • This will serve 3800 people.
  • If more are expected, the two rabbits may be added, but do this only if necessary as most people do not like to find hare in their stew.

AFRICAN PEANUT STEW (ELEPHANT STEW!)



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Make and share this African Peanut Stew (Elephant Stew!) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Stew

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 tablespoons oil, divided
2 lbs beef, cut into 1 inch cubes
1/2 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon chili powder
4 medium onions, sliced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
5 -6 cups water
1 teaspoon red pepper (or less, to taste)
3/4 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
peas and carrots (optional)
steamed rice
hot sauce

Steps:

  • In a large heavy kettle, heat 3 tablespoons oil.
  • Roll beef cubes in flour, then brown in hot oil.
  • While this is cooking, add nutmeg and chili powder.
  • When meat is browned, add onion, garlic, water, red pepper to taste, and tomato sauce.
  • Simmer until meat is tender, about 1 hour.
  • If desired, add carrots and peas while stew is simmering.
  • A few minutes before serving, heat peanut butter and remaining 2 tablespoons oil (this can be done in the microwave).
  • Stir peanut butter mixture into beef stew over low heat.
  • Let simmer 15 minutes, until peanut butter is absorbed.
  • Serve over steamed rice with hot sauce on the side.

ELEPHANT STEW



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This is from an old cookbook that credits Edie Marks of Harrisburg, PA for this fun recipe! : )

Provided by Traci Coleman

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 medium sized elephant
2 rabbits, optional
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the elephant into small bite-size pieces; this should take about 2 months.
  • 2. Salt and pepper, enough brown gravy to cover.
  • 3. Cook over kerosene fire for about 4 weeks at 465 degrees.
  • 4. This will serve 2800 people. If more are expected, 2 rabbits may be added, but do this only if necessary, as some people do not like to find a hare in their stew.

ELEPHANT STEW



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Have had this recipe for a long time. Never have tried it though. Just don't have the counter space to cut the elephant up. hehehe

Provided by donna morales

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium elephant
100 lb potatoes
2 rabbits (optional)
1 gal salt
3000 gal water
1/2 gal pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cut elephant into bit size pieces. (This should take about two months.) Place into a large pressure cooker and add enough water to cover. Add seasonings and cook at 400ยบ for four weeks.
  • 2. Add potatoes after 3 1/2 weeks. This will serve 3,800 people. If more are expected, the two rabbits may be added. Do this only if necessary as most people don't like hare in their stew. hahahahaha

ELEPHANT STEW -



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STEW for a very hungry crowd. However, do not serve at a High Tea event.

Provided by SABINA VOLPE

Categories     Other Non-Edibles

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 small elephant
14 c salt
20 c pepper
50 can(s) brown gravy
2 large rabbits, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Cut elephant into TINY pieces ( this can take about 2 months). Place into a huge container that is already sitting on a kerosene fire at about 450 degrees.
  • 2. Cover pieces with brown gravy. This should serve about 3500 people.
  • 3. IF you run short, you may add 2 rabbits. BUT, do so ONLY if it is necessary as most people do not like hare in their stew.

ELEPHANT STEW



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This is so funny that I had to share it. Just for fun! A resident at the Nursing Home I worked at gave me this recipe. She was a missionary for many years and a sweet lady with a good sense of humor.

Provided by Norma DeRemer

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium sized elephant
1 ton salt
1 ton pepper
500 bussel potatoes
200 bussel carrots
4,000 sprigs parsley
2 small rabbits (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Cut elephant meat into bite-sized pieces (this will take about two months).
  • 2. Cut vegetables into cubes (another two months).
  • 3. Plave meat in a pan and cover with 1,000 gallons of brown gravy. Simmer for four weeks.
  • 4. Shovel in salt and pepper to taste
  • 5. When meat is tender, add vegetables ( a steam shovel is useful for this ).
  • 6. Simmer slowly for four more weeks.
  • 7. Garnish with parsley
  • 8. Serves 3,800
  • 9. If more is expected, add two rabbits.
  • 10. This is not recommended, however, as very few people like hare in their stew.

Tips:

  • When choosing an elephant, opt for leaner cuts to minimize fat content.
  • To tenderize the elephant meat, marinate it overnight in a mixture of spices, herbs, and acidic ingredients like vinegar or lemon juice.
  • Use a heavy pot or Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid to ensure even cooking and prevent moisture loss.
  • Brown the elephant meat in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot and ensure proper searing.
  • Add vegetables and spices at various stages of cooking to create layers of flavor.
  • Monitor the cooking time carefully to prevent the elephant meat from becoming tough or dry.

Conclusion:

Elephant stew is a unique and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by adventurous diners. While it may not be a common dish, it offers a rich culinary experience. However, it's important to note that elephant meat is not widely available, and obtaining it may pose ethical and legal challenges. Therefore, it's crucial to ensure that the elephant meat is sourced responsibly and legally. Additionally, due to the potential risks associated with consuming wild game, it's essential to practice proper food safety and preparation techniques to minimize any health concerns.

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