Andrew Zimmern, renowned chef and host of 'Bizarre Foods', warns against using marinades for cooking lean game meats. He believes that marinades can overpower the subtle flavors of game, especially in lean cuts like venison. Instead, he recommends using rubs of salt, pepper, and herbs, allowing the natural flavors to shine through. Zimmern's advice emphasizes creating dishes with complementary sauces rather than soaking the meat in strong marinades, highlighting preferences that align with the animal's dietary habits and the resulting meat quality.
“I think marinating delicately flavored game meats, especially hoofed animals, to be a huge culinary mistake. Don't do it.”
“Because the meat is lean, I will tend to do rubs more than liquid marinades.”
“Rather than spending time marinating, rub salt/pepper and herbs on a piece of game meat and create a beautiful dish with a sauce.”
“Stronger marinades run the risk of overpowering the gamey flavor.”
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