One of the greatest rewards of a successful buffalo hunt is taking home a ton of lean, flavorful meat. When you embark on a guided buffalo hunt, you get more than just a trophy, as you can fill your freezer with some of the best and tastiest wild game meat available.
So what can you do to make the most from your score?
On-Site Butchering at Tioga Ranch
Fortunately, when you book your guided buffalo hunt in Pennsylvania with Tioga Ranch, we handle most of it for you. After the shot, our experienced staff takes care of field dressing and butchering on-site. Advantageously, you can make specific requests for cuts or packaging to get your favorite types of meat. A single buffalo can yield over 300 pounds of meat, depending on size and shot placement.
Cuts of Buffalo Meat
When you successfully hunt a buffalo, you receive a variety of premium cuts, including steaks, roasts, ribs, ground meat, and even organs if you so request. The meat is leaner than beef and darker in color, with a rich, slightly sweet flavor. Some hunters also request bones for soup stock or marrow. Buffalo is filled with nutrients, iron and vitamins, making it a healthy choice to eat. Many hunters find it enjoyable to host a post-hunt cookout to celebrate their success.
Cooking Buffalo Meat
It’s important to note that because buffalo is low in fat, it cooks faster than beef and can dry out if overcooked. As such, we recommend slow-cooking roasts, pan-searing steaks to medium-rare, and using marinades to enhance flavor. Popular preparations include buffalo chili, burgers, smoked ribs, and stew.
Storing and Freezing
All meat is vacuum-sealed and ready for transport. If you’re driving home, bring several coolers and ice packs. Please not, we can freeze your meat for you, giving you more flexibility. Properly frozen buffalo meat can last up to a year in a home freezer…so you’ll be good for while!
Your buffalo hunt provides not just a thrilling experience, but a lasting reward. With proper processing and storage, you’ll enjoy the fruits of your hunt for months to come.
Of course, the only way to guarantee to you have all this tasty buffalo meat is to plan book a guided buffalo hunt!