**Cajun Pheasant Fingers: A Taste of Louisiana with a Gamey Twist**
Experience the bold flavors of Louisiana with a unique twist in Cajun Pheasant Fingers. This dish combines the richness of pheasant meat with a tantalizing blend of Cajun spices, creating a culinary delight that will satisfy adventurous palates. As you bite into these crispy, succulent fingers, the harmonious blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper awakens your taste buds, leaving you craving more.
This recipe provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process of preparing and cooking Cajun Pheasant Fingers. It begins by marinating the pheasant breasts in a flavorful mixture of buttermilk, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. The marination process tenderizes the meat and infuses it with a delectable tang. Once marinated, the pheasant fingers are coated in a savory breading mixture, ensuring a crispy exterior that perfectly complements the tender interior.
The article also offers two variations of Cajun Pheasant Fingers: **Crispy Baked Cajun Pheasant Fingers** and **Air Fryer Cajun Pheasant Fingers**. These variations cater to different cooking preferences and allow you to enjoy this dish with or without frying. The baked version provides a healthier alternative with a satisfying crunch, while the air fryer version delivers a crispy texture with minimal oil.
Indulge in the zestful flavors of Cajun Pheasant Fingers, whether you prefer the classic fried version or opt for the healthier baked or air fryer options. This dish is sure to become a favorite among those who appreciate bold and unique culinary experiences.
DIANE'S PHEASANT FINGERS
Make and share this Diane's Pheasant Fingers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef TraceyMae
Categories Pheasant
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Beat eggs and add milk in a shallow dish.
- Heat oil in frying pan over medium heat.
- Cut pheasant breasts into 3 x 3/4 inch strips.
- Dip into egg and milk mixture, then into flour mixture.
- Put pheasant pieces into hot oil and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve!
CAJUN PHEASANT FINGERS RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by mzwaterski
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Spice mix: In shallow dish, combine spice mix ingredients. Dip: In 1 qt saucepan, combine preserves and mustard. Cook over medium heat for 4 or 5 minutes, or until mixture bubbles and becomes smooth, stirring frequently. Bird: Dredge pheasant strips in spice mix to coat. In 12inch skillet heat oil and butter over medium heat. Add pheasant strips. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until browned, turning strips over once. Remove strips from skillet and drain on paper-towel-lined plate. Alternatively, strips may be grilled - coat in olive oil, dredge to coat, and then grill. Serve strips with apricot sauce for dipping
EMERIL'S FAVORITE ROAST PHEASANT
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F and position the oven rack in the bottom third of the oven.
- Season the cavities and the outside of each pheasant liberally with salt and pepper. Divide the chopped onion and carrot equally among the cavities of the pheasants. Squeeze the juice from both halves of the orange and set aside. Cut 1 of the squeezed halves into 3 pieces, and tuck inside of the cavities along with the veggies. Insert 1sprig of thyme into the cavity of each pheasant.
- Arrange the pheasants in a large roasting pan, breast sides up. Lay 2 strips of bacon over the top of each pheasant, cutting the bacon into pieces if necessary to cover as much of the pheasant as possible. Roast for 15 minutes, then remove the bacon strips and continue roasting for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until the juices run clear. (It is important to not overcook the pheasants, as they are very lean birds.) Remove the pheasants from the oven and transfer to a serving platter, loosely tented, while you make the sauce.
- Using a spoon, carefully remove as much extra fat from the pan as possible. Place the roasting pan over high heat and, when hot, deglaze with the reserved orange juice and Madeira, using a wooden spoon to scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. When the orange juice and Madeira have reduced by half, add the chicken stock and continue to cook until sauce has reduced enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 to 4 minutes. Swirl in the butter and remove from the heat. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
- Remove the back bone from each pheasant, then cut along the breast bone to divide the birds into two halves. Serve 1/2 pheasant per person, napped with some of the sauce and with some of the Wild Mushroom Bread Pudding.
- Heat the oil in a large, deep skillet over high heat. Add the onions and cook until golden brown and tender, 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, 1/2 teaspoon of the garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the Essence, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and 3/4 teaspoon of the pepper, and cook, stirring, until the mushrooms are tender and have given off their liquid, about 5 minutes. Add the beer and cook, stirring, to deglaze the pan and until the mixture is almost dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cream, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons of Essence, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and whisk well to combine. Add the mushroom mixture and cheeses and stir well. Add the bread cubes and let sit until the bread has absorbed the liquid, 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Butter a 9 by 13-inch baking dish with the butter. Add the bread crumbs, shaking to cover the bottom evenly. Pour the bread pudding mixture into the prepared pan and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 1 hour and uncover. Continue baking until risen and firm in the center, and golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool slightly before serving.
- Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
- Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
CAJUN GARLIC FINGERS
I was searching for Canadian Garlic Fingers and came across these addictive little darlings. Vampires beware!
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Breads
Time 30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in the minced garlic.
- Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Cut the French bread in half lengthwise then cut it cross ways in 1" inch strips.
- Dip the bread strips into the butter/garlic mixture soaking all sides.
- Place on a cookie sheet.
- With a basting brush, brush the rest of the butter/garlic onto bread.
- Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
- Put in the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove.
- Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and serve.
Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to cut the pheasant breasts into thin strips. This will help them cook evenly.
- If you don't have a meat mallet, you can use a rolling pin to pound the pheasant breasts thin.
- Make sure the pheasant breasts are coated in the flour mixture before you fry them. This will help them brown and crispy.
- Fry the pheasant breasts in hot oil until they are golden brown and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook them, or they will become tough.
- Serve the pheasant fingers with your favorite dipping sauce. Some good options include ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or honey mustard.
Conclusion:
Pheasant fingers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a weeknight dinner. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
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