Does elk taste like rubber? Nope. It’s actually considered by some to be superior to beef with its pronounced, slightly sweet flavor and nice texture that is not gamey like venison.
Elk Meat is Leaner
Elk have active lifestyles and natural diets so you can expect their meat to be leaner than the typical kinds of meats you get in grocery stores today. Now here’s where it gets especially tantalizing: elk has only a fifth the fat of regular beef! How’s that for all of you who are searching for the kind of meat that isn’t full of fat? Not only that, but elk meat contains the good fats that can help you gain muscle and lose weight.
Elk Meat Has a Ton of Nutritional Value
When you’re looking for a meat that’s high in protein as well as vitamins and minerals, elk is a great choice. You’ll get more protein eating elk than eating chicken, beef or lamb. As for other good stuff, elk meat will supply you with vitamin B-12, thiamine, iron, phosphorus, zinc, riboflavin and niacin. Eating elk meat can help boost your immune system while reducing the risk of heart disease. It’s “the heart smart red meat” according to the American Heart Association.
Elk Meat is Versatile
Elk meat can be prepared and/or cut in different ways. From sausages to jerky and loin chops to rib racks, elk meat is versatile. People following a keto or high-protein diet love it, as do those who want to “eat cleaner.”
So if elk meat is so good for us, why aren’t more people eating it? You’ve got to shoot and kill an elk for its meat, and how many people are doing that these days? Not many– but you can… Tioga Ranch is where you can hunt elk in rural Pennsylvania. Guided hunts are available, even for first time elk hunters, so you can benefit from expert knowledge and get the elk you want. Call 570-835-5341 to book your exciting elk hunt today.