Carcass

Meat

Carcass

Reindeer carcass is the full or partial frame for butchery, roasting whole in small animals, or stock after meat is taken. Fabricate into primals while cold, or simmer bones after roasting for deep game stock. Label portions clearly—lean game rewards careful trim.

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Characteristics

Preparations

AgedBroken DownBrothRoastedRoasted FirstStock

Traits

Bones And TrimmingsButcheryEconomicalRoast PotentialStock

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 266

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 16.2 g
  • Saturated Fat 6.46 g
  • Trans Fat 0.2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 6.46 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 3.23 g
  • Cholesterol 68.9 mg
  • Sodium 61 mg
  • Salt 0.15 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 30.1 g
  • Water 48.2 g
Detailed nutrients

Bone itself is mineral matrix; culinary values reflect marrow and attached tissue more than pure bone.

History

Indigenous Arctic peoples dried, smoked and stewed reindeer as staple protein; carcass of reindeer took a named place in that kitchen trade.

Scandinavian butchers portioned reindeer haunch and loin for urban markets. Cooks treated carcass of reindeer as a cut with its own timing and sides.

As reindeer cookery specialised, carcass was portioned and sold ready for the pan. Nordic fine dining showcased rare reindeer cuts with foraged berries.

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