Duck Camp Cooking Made Easy w/ the BBQ Ninja (Ep. 726)

Join hosts Jerad Henson and John Gordon as they welcome Craig Verhage, aka the BBQ Ninja, for a mouthwatering episode full of duck camp cooking tips. From duck tacos with a game-changing green sauce to panko-crusted duck pasta and southern-style duck and grits, Craig shares simple, delicious recipes anyone can try. Plus, hear stories from duck camp, tips for handling wild game, and how to make duck sausage, tamales, and even ramen. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just love good food, this episode is packed with flavor and fun.

Recipe Ideas Mentioned:

• Duck Tacos with lime-cilantro-pineapple slaw and jalapeno-guacamole green sauce
• Panko-Crusted Duck Pasta with garlic and olive oil pasta
• Duck and Grits using instant grits (butter and bacon flavors) and Cajun seasoning
• Duck Egg Rolls with miso slaw and Japanese BBQ sauce
• Duck Ramen with fresh or frozen veggies and sliced grilled duck
• Duck Tamales with chipotle seasoning and shredded duck
• Duck Sausage including breakfast sausage and chorizo
• Duck Parm with red sauce and melted cheese
• Putake: slow-cooked duck with garlic, onion, rosemary, and red wine served over rice
• Boudin and Venison Sausages as camp staples
• Grilled Duck Popper Tips for avoiding overcooking

Follow Craig Verhage (@thebbqninja) on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter/X, and Facebook for more wild game cooking inspiration.

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