Recipes

Herb-Crusted Moose Roast

January 02, 2025 / alaska / big game / maine / moose / wyoming

This dish brings out the deep flavors of the wilderness, ideal for a festive gathering.

Enjoy this robust moose roast encrusted with a blend of garden-grown herbs, celebrating the rich game heritage of the northern states. This dish brings out the deep flavors of the wilderness, ideal for a festive gathering.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Marinate Time: 12 hours

Cook Time: 3 hours

Ingredients

  • 1 whole moose roast (about 5 lbs)
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (garden-grown)
  • 2 tbsp rosemary, chopped (garden-grown)
  • 2 tbsp thyme, chopped (garden-grown)

Instructions

  1. Rub the moose roast with salt, pepper, garlic, and herbs. Drizzle with olive oil and let marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place the roast in a roasting pan and cook for about 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium-rare.
  3. Let the roast rest for 20 minutes before slicing to serve.

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