Squirrel Stew

Squirrel Stew is a traditional, rustic dish found in various forms across rural parts of the United States, particularly in the South and Appalachia. It typically features slow-cooked squirrel meat simmered with a base of vegetables like onions, potatoes, carrots, and sometimes tomatoes or corn, creating a hearty, savory stew.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate dish, with the squirrel meat providing lean protein and the vegetables adding fiber and essential vitamins. A typical serving would likely range from 250 to 350 calories, depending on the recipe and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	600 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Zinc	4.2 mg
Vitamin B12	1.8 mcg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Selenium	22 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, squirrel stew is a historic example of foraging and utilizing local game, reflecting a self-sufficient, 'nose-to-tail' eating philosophy. Nutritionally, squirrel meat is a very lean game meat, often compared to rabbit, and is a good source of B vitamins and minerals like iron and zinc.