Cookin' a Camel

[Alice Levitt]

No, seriously. I have some camel in my freezer at home and I am not really sure what to do with it. I'm planning on a braise, but does anyone know what flavors compliment camel?

[Undead Molly]

Out of curiosity I searched Epicurious for "camel" and it just asked me if I meant to type "caramel".

The only time I've seen camel prepared has been in African cuisine (with curry), but apparently Australians are now being encouraged to eat camel meat because there are thousands of feral ones roaming around the outback. Here is an article by an Australian woman regarding camel preparation: http://www.helium.com/items/1323763-camel-meat

Someone at one of the halal/African markets might have some ideas?

[Alice Levitt]

Thanks for the link, Molly! The folks at Brixton Halal recommended boiling with onions and tomatoes. Frankly, I don't believe any food should ever be boiled, except maybe potatoes. I prefer the idea of a nice braise, perhaps with mustard sauce...

[Undead Molly]

Alice, may I ask how the camel went? My boyfriend and I would like to try it some time.

[mailgirl]

Thanks for the link, Molly! The folks at Brixton Halal recommended boiling with onions and tomatoes. Frankly, I don't believe any food should ever be boiled, except maybe potatoes. I prefer the idea of a nice braise, perhaps with mustard sauce...

What about boiling eggs?