Andrew Zimmern’s Dirty Job
Just another day at the office. Andrew is literally up to his elbows in cow stomach at UW-Madison’s Dairy Science school. Silver lining: at least he gets to eat Babcock ice cream afterward.
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Andrew Zimmern’s Dirty Job
Just another day at the office. Andrew is literally up to his elbows in cow stomach at UW-Madison’s Dairy Science school. Silver lining: at least he gets to eat Babcock ice cream afterward.
Celebrating the Life of Caren Zimmern
“If you don’t have flair, then to Hell with you!” – Caren Zimmern It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of my mother’s passing. We celebrated the life of this amazing woman last Friday at a small “memorial cocktail party” in Minneapolis. As some of you know, my mother had unique… Read More →
Celebrating the Life of Caren Zimmern
“If you don’t have flair, then to Hell with you!” – Caren Zimmern It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of my mother’s passing. We celebrated the life of this amazing woman last Friday at a small “memorial cocktail party” in Minneapolis. As some of you know, my mother had unique… Read More →
Duck Noodle Soup
Open Fire Duck Noodle Soup with Grilled Duck Breast By Andrew Zimmern In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m transforming a beautiful wild duck into two dishes that showcase the versatility of this delicious game bird. First, I’ll utilize the breast for a simple grilled appetizer inspired by Japanese tataki—duck seasoned with scallion, ginger… Read More →
Seared Duck Breast with Ginger and Scallion
A Take on Japanese Tataki By Andrew Zimmern In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m transforming a beautiful wild duck into two dishes that showcase the versatility of this delicious game bird. First, I’ll utilize the breast for a simple grilled appetizer inspired by Japanese tataki—duck seasoned with scallion, ginger and Thai chiles, finished… Read More →
Grilled Striped Bass with Corn Succotash
Grilled Striped Bass with Sweet Corn Succotash & Grill Butter By Andrew Zimmern In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m featuring two distinct preparations of fresh-caught striped bass that celebrate summer’s bounty. First up, I’m making an elegant bass crudo, where pristine slices of salt-cured bass are served with ripe stone fruits, crisp shallots,… Read More →
Ukranian Borscht
Cooking for Ukraine By Andrew Zimmern Today marks three years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. More than 12.7 million people inside the country are still in dire need of humanitarian assistance, and the International Rescue Committee is working to meet that need. I’m proud to stand with the Ukrainian people and IRC’s efforts. Solidarity has… Read More →
Bass Crudo with Stone Fruit & Lime
Easy, Summery Crudo By Andrew Zimmern In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m showcasing two distinct preparations of fresh-caught striped bass that celebrate summer’s bounty. I begin with an elegant bass crudo, where pristine slices of salt-cured bass are served with ripe stone fruits, crisp shallots, and a vibrant chile oil – a dish… Read More →
Katsu with Cabbage Salad
Pigeon “Katsu” & Cabbage Salad with Ginger Vinaigrette By Andrew Zimmern In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m making two stunning dishes with pigeon that showcase both European and Asian influences. First, I’m building an elegant, seared pigeon toast featuring medium-rare squab breast atop crusty Italian bread, crowned with a Sicilian caponata bursting with… Read More →
Seared Pigeon Toast with Caponata
Pigeon Toast with Caponata By Andrew Zimmern Move over avocado toast! I have something truly special for you today. It’s a snack, an appetizer, or a lovely lunch that is guaranteed to take your toast game to the next level. In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m grilling pigeon (squab) breast to serve atop… Read More →
Slow Roasted Pheasant Over an Open Fire
Pheasant with Flat Bread, Cucumber Salad & Amba By Andrew Zimmern On this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I am roasting a whole pheasant by hanging it over the open fire. I absolutely love this kind of experimental outdoor cooking, it forces you to be in tune with the weather, the wind, the fire. Serve… Read More →
Pheasant Yakitori Skewers
Japanese Inspired Pheasant By Andrew Zimmern In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, learn how to butcher a whole pheasant and utilize the boneless meat for pheasant yakitori skewers. The secret to making authentic izakaya-style Japanese skewers is in the fresh ginger juice baste and classic yakitori glaze—a craveable combination of dashi, sake, soy and… Read More →
Grilled Gem Lettuce Salad with Anchovy Dressing
Easy Grilled Salad By Andrew Zimmern I’m obsessed with grilling lettuces like baby gem, endive, radicchio… I just love that textural contrast and slight char flavor. Try it out and let me know what you think.
Grilled Rabbit Salad
Grilled Rabbit with Panzanella and Grilled Lettuce Salad By Andrew Zimmern I’m on a mission to get the world to eat more rabbit. They are mild, they have an incredible amount of meat on a small frame, they’re quick to raise, and they have very little impact on the environment. In this episode of Wild… Read More →
Grilled Rabbit with Sesame Chile Sauce
Grilled Rabbit with Sesame Chile Sauce By Andrew Zimmern I’m on a mission to get the world to eat more rabbit. They are mild, they have an incredible amount of meat on a small frame, they’re quick to raise, and they have very little impact on the environment. In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen,… Read More →
Grilled Red Snapper with Herb Salad
Grilled Red Snapper with Herb Salad and Charred Sweet Potato Planks By Andrew Zimmern A mild, white-fleshed fish, red snapper is universally beloved and readily available anywhere. In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m making two different dishes with red snapper. First, I’ll show you a foolproof way to filet and butcher a smaller… Read More →
Fried Snapper with Orange-Chile Mayo
Easy Fried Snapper Fingers By Andrew A mild, white-fleshed fish, red snapper is universally beloved and readily available anywhere. In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m making two different dishes with red snapper. First, I’ll show you a foolproof way to filet and butcher a smaller snapper to make fried snapper fingers with a… Read More →
Greek-Style Whole Roasted Antelope Leg
Roasted Antelope Leg with Lemon-Olive Oil Potatoes, Charred Greens and Avgolemono Sauce By Andrew Zimmern It’s antelope day on Wild Game Kitchen. First up, I get a whole antelope leg slow roasting over the open fire. After a couple hours on the grill, I’ll carve it up and serve it Greek-style with a rich lemony… Read More →
Antelope Carpaccio with Charred Tomatoes
Antelope Carpaccio with Charred Tomatoes & Pecorino By Andrew Zimmern It’s antelope day on Wild Game Kitchen. First up, I get a whole antelope leg slow roasting over the open fire. After a couple hours on the grill, I’ll carve it up and serve it Greek-style with a rich lemony avgolemono sauce and roasted potatoes… Read More →
Borracho Beans
Borracho Beans By Andrew Zimmern I absolutely adore borracho beans (meaning “drunken beans”). A dish of pinto beans simmered in dark Mexican beer, the savory broth is infused with smoky ham hock, onions, serrano chiles, and garlic. Seasoned with ancho chile powder and Mexican spices (try my Mexican Fiesta seasoning), these beans offer the perfect… Read More →
Bison Skirt Steak Tacos
Bison Skirt Steak Tacos with Peanut Salsa, Charred Onions and Borracho Beans By Andrew Zimmern This is a steak taco feast for the ages—tamarind marinated bison skirt steak topped with a spicy charred peanut and chile salsa, charred onions and cilantro, served alongside a big bowl of borracho beans, pinto beans simmered in beer with… Read More →
Bison Bolognese
Bison Bolognese on Wild Game Kitchen By Andrew Zimmern In this episode of Wild Game Kitchen, I’m making two great recipes with bison meat. First, let’s simmer up a classic Italian Bolognese sauce, with ground bison, lots of red wine and tomatoes. Then, it’s a taco feast for the ages—tamarind marinated bison skirt steak topped… Read More →
Holiday Recipes
My Best Holiday Recipes No matter what holiday you celebrate, I’m sure we can all agree that food is what ties the season together. At my house, the kitchen smells of fabulous food from Hanukkah to New Years, whether it’s roasted duck or fruit cake. It’s the best time of the year. I’ve made it…
Green Bean Casserole
My Take on the Classic By Andrew Zimmern Forget the can opener—this green bean casserole proves that convenience doesn’t have to come from condensed soup. I know, classics are classics for a reason, and there’s nothing wrong with the original, but hear me out. Try a mix of fresh mushrooms, browned with herbs and shallots… Read More →
Mortadella & Ricotta Pizza with Pistachio Pesto
Mortadella, Mushroom and Ricotta Pizza with Pistachio Pesto By Andrew Zimmern This flatbread/pizza features one of my favorite combinations — an herby, garlicky pistachio pesto topped with thinly sliced mortadella, creamy ricotta and roasted mushrooms. I like to cook mine in the fireplace on a foldable camping grate, but you can easily do this in… Read More →
Lamb Flatbread with Labneh Sauce
Simple Lamb Flatbread By Andrew Zimmern This easy recipe is inspired by lahmacun, a popular street food in the Levant and Middle East of flatbread often topped with ground lamb, minced vegetables and spices. Here, I’ve seasoned ground lamb with roasted red peppers, tomato paste, herbs, garlic and my Moroccan-style Grill Magic seasoning, spread it… Read More →
Beef Kebab Platter
Easy Beef Kebabs By Andrew Zimmern This is a really fun, simple kebab recipe that the whole family will love. A staple on Middle Eastern and Mediterranean tables, kebabs come in many shapes, sizes and flavor profiles. Here, I’ve seasoned ground beef with roasted red peppers, onion, parsley and za’atar, but you could use just… Read More →
Nilgai Braciole with Nilgai Sausage and Polenta
The Ultimate Nilgai Sunday Gravy By Andrew Zimmern Nilgai is the largest Asian antelope species, hailing from Indian and Nepal. They were originally brought to Texas by the King Ranch family more than a century ago, and have since thrived in the south Texas climate. They are giant animals, prized for their mild, lean meat.… Read More →
Red Wine Braised Wild Duck with Sauteed Spinach
An Easy Braised Wild Duck By Andrew Zimmern This recipe fits squarely into the framework of dishes in the Italian “brutti ma buoni” playbook, or ugly but delicious. Duck braised in red wine is something I love to make at duck camp, because it’s simple to execute and everyone loves it. Nothing fancy about it,… Read More →