Cooking skunk meat—yes, you read that right—might sound like a culinary dare, but it can be done. First, you’ll need to approach the cleaning process like diffusing a bomb—one wrong move, and you might unleash an odor that could haunt you for days. The key is handling it carefully and making sure you don’t hit the gland that gives skunks their signature scent. Once cleaned, skunk meat is eaten by many people—think of it like a big squirrel, but with a bit more muscle? Pan fry it with some seasoning, and you’re looking at a meal that’s as bold as it is adventurous. Just note that it might be a bit chewy!
Here’s a recipe if you’re one of the few daring enough to try it:
