Kitchen Essentials You Need for Cooking Wild Game | Tools, Equipment and Pantry Staples

• Vacuum Sealer
• Extra Sealer Bags
• Kitchen Scale

I like to weigh my meat and seal in vacuum bags to keep things fresh and to make sure I always know what I have on hand.

• Knife Set
• Santoku Knife
• Boning Knife
• Microplane

This is the knife set I’ve been using for YEARS and we’ve supplemented with the Santoku and Boning knives. I use the Santoku for everyday, I like the control I have. And the boning is great for processing.

• Slow Cooker (6+ qt, I like my 7qt)
• Cast Iron – I prefer quality, vintage cast iron
• Dutch Oven – I have this and this
• Baking/Casserole Dish Set
• Pots and Pans

You need a slow cooker and a Dutch oven for braising stews and roasts. From there use cast iron. If you like pots and pans, I like the set listed above. I’m not a fan of non-stick, besides the egg pan included in that set.

• Mixing Bowls (with a grippy bottom)
• Large Cutting Boards with Rim
• Citrus Press

I love mixing bowls with grippy bottoms (especially great for kids in the kitchen). Large cutting boards expand work space and my recipes rely on lots of citrus so grab a citrus press.

• Good Sea Salt
• Flakey Finishing Salt
• Italian Seasoning
• Herbs de Provence
• Small Ball Jars for Storage

Do not go out and buy a ton of crazy spice blends for wild game. Classic, quality blends and fresh herbs go a long way. Those two salts will make your food taste restaurant quality.

• Quality Olive Oil
• Red Wine Vinegar
• Balsamic Vinegar
• Apple Cider Vinegar

I rely on good acids and fats when cooking so these staples get me through most meals at home.