Pheasant Nuggets

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This is an economical way to feed the family and keep the hunter happy. These nuggets come out crispy on the outside, and juicy and tender on the inside.

Submitted by Debra Patterson
Updated on July 14, 2022
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
5
Yield:
4 to 6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds pheasant breast, cut into strips

  • 1 teaspoon meat tenderizer

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • seasoned salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ cup dry potato flakes

  • ½ (16 ounce) package buttery round crackers, crushed

  • 1 egg

  • ½ cup milk

Directions

  1. Preheat a deep fryer for 375 to 400 degrees F (190 to 200 degrees C).

  2. Sprinkle the pheasant meat with meat tenderizer and pound lightly with a mallet to make all the pieces uniform and the same thickness. Using a medium bowl, combine the flour, seasoned salt, pepper, potato flakes and crushed cracker crumbs. Mix well and set aside.

  3. In a separate medium bowl, combine the egg and the milk and whisk until smooth. Dip the pheasant meat strips into the egg mixture then dredge each strip into the flour mixture. Coat well and thoroughly and lay out on a plate so the strips can be easily transferred to the deep fryer.

  4. Place the strips in a deep fryer set at 375 to 400 degrees F (190 to 200 degrees C) until golden brown. (Note: You can also pan fry these in a skillet over medium high to high heat with 1 cup oil for pan frying, but you may need to flip them if they are not submerged in oil.)

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

697 Calories
31g Fat
51g Carbs
49g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 697
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g 40%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 168mg 56%
Sodium 612mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 51g 18%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 49g 98%
Vitamin C 14mg 15%
Calcium 91mg 7%
Iron 5mg 29%
Potassium 571mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.