Squirrel season opens in late summer throughout most of the United States, and stays open well into winter. With a liberal bag limit, months of hunting to be enjoyed by both young and old alike, and with more than enough squirrels to go around there is sure to be non-stop hunting action.
I love to hunt squirrels as much as the next hunter. What I don’t like is cleaning them. An old squirrel can prove to be a challenge at times. Also, all the hair that seems to be super-glued to the dressed carcass is an aggravation.
It does not have to be that hard anymore. Follow the advice in this short video, and you will have your squirrels cleaned in no time. When the squirrels are dressed, go ahead and follow these recipes for a delicious meal.
CROCK POT SQUIRREL
4 to 6 dressed squirrels, cut into serving-size pieces
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup water
¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
Place squirrel pieces in crock pot. Mix all ingredients in a small bowl and pour over meat. Cover and cook on low heat for 7 – 8 hours. To thicken gravy, use either flour or cornstarch mixed with water. Cook on high until thickened.
FRIED SQUIRREL
1 squirrel, chopped into pieces
3 eggs
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons lemon pepper
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
3 cups flour
Beat eggs and milk together. Mix flour and spices. Dredge squirrel pieces in flour mixture, then place in milk bath; roll once more in flour mixture. Place each piece in deep fryer and cook until golden brown.
