Seattle Seasonal

Ingredient

Elk

Late

Flavor: Lean, deep flavor; low intramuscular fat.

Type

meat

Peak Months

Oct, Nov

Season Window

Sep → Dec

Flavor & uses

Lean, deep flavor; low intramuscular fat.

Roast loins rare, grind for burgers, braise shanks.

Storage

Keep cold; avoid overcooking lean cuts.

Today

Phase: Late

Peak: Oct, Nov

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Elk Jaegerschnitzel with Hunter's Sauce

Elk cutlet dish served with a creamy mushroom-based Hunter's Sauce, a classic German preparation.

Local produce: 60%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 70%

Marinated Elk Steak with Lemon Balsamic Glaze

Tender elk steak seasoned with a lemon balsamic marinade, grilled or pan-seared to perfection.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Grilled Elk Steaks with Simple Seasoning

Elk steaks seasoned simply with coarse salt and black pepper, grilled for maximum flavor.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 80%

Grilled Elk Steak with Savory Marinade

This recipe features a savory marinade of soy sauce, garlic, Worcestershire, and lemon juice for flavorful grilled elk steak, a Pacific Northwest specialty.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 60%

Slow-Roasted Elk Stroganoff

Slow-cooked elk roast in a creamy onion-based sauce, served over egg noodles or potatoes.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 60%

Elk Recipes for Seasonal and Upscale Dining

This recipe features elk, a Pacific Northwest seasonal ingredient, prepared with complex techniques suitable for high-end restaurant menus.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 70%Bold flavor: 80%

Elevated Ground Elk Meat Recipes for the Pacific Northwest Palate

A collection of 25 gourmet recipes featuring versatile ground elk meat, including burgers, meatloaf, chili, and more, well-suited for a high-end Pacific Northwest restaurant menu.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 70%

Saucy Ground Elk Quesadillas with Fresh Ingredients

Flavor-packed quesadillas made with ground elk, gooey cheese, and fresh ingredients.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 90%

Elk Roast Recipes for Pacific Northwest Cuisine

This recipe collection features various techniques for preparing elk roast, a game meat well-suited for higher-end Pacific Northwest cuisine, including Swiss steak, roasted, and braised preparations.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 70%