Caribou Heart Skewers with Arctic Spices
Caribou Recipe
1Setup & Prepare
About This Recipe
Caribou heart, properly trimmed and marinated, creates tender, flavorful skewers with satisfying texture. Quick grilling over high heat keeps the meat juicy while developing char and complexity.
Cultural Context
Heart has been valued across cultures as both nutrient-dense and symbolically significant meat. This preparation adapts traditional open-fire cooking to modern grilling, using Arctic herbs and spices that honor northern Indigenous flavor profiles.
2Ingredients
Shopping List
3Cooking Instructions
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Heart Preparation: Trim hearts of all fat, valves, and connective tissue. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
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Marinade: Whisk together all marinade ingredients in bowl. Add heart pieces and toss to coat.
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Marinating: Cover and refrigerate 4-24 hours, tossing occasionally.
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Skewer Prep: If using wooden skewers, soak in water 30 minutes. Prepare vegetables.
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Threading: Alternate heart pieces and vegetables on skewers.
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Grilling: Heat grill to medium-high. Grill skewers 3-4 minutes per side until charred outside and medium-rare inside (135°F).
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Resting: Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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Service: Serve hot with rice or flatbread.
4Chef's Notes & Pairings
Chef's Notes
- Don't overcook - heart is best medium-rare
- Trim all connective tissue for tender results
- Heart has dense texture similar to steak
- Excellent source of CoQ10 and B-vitamins
Wine Pairing
Spicy Grenache or Shiraz stands up to the char and bold marinade.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving: 280 calories, 32g protein, 14g fat, 6g carbohydrates. Exceptional source of CoQ10, iron, and B-vitamins.
