Pigeon is often paired with rich, earthy flavours, such as mushrooms, butter beans, and cobnuts, or with sweet elements like cherries or blueberries.
Pigeon meat offers several nutritional benefits, including being a good source of protein, iron, and essential amino acids, while also being lower in fat and cholesterol compared to some other meats. Wild wood pigeon, in particular, can be a sustainable and locally sourced food option.
In the UK, wood pigeon, a popular game bird, is available for consumption year-round. Unlike other wild game, there isn’t a specific closed season for wood pigeon, making it a readily available and sustainable food source.
Wood Pigeon with Purple Potato Salad
Humble wood pigeon really comes into its own as part of this sumptuous dinner with earthy truffle – and it looks like it’s come straight out of a restaurant
Prep: 20 Mins
Cook In: 30 Mins
- Autumn, Lunch & Dinner, Pigeon, Winter
- Recipe by Eat Wild
- Contains: Egg
Types of Pigeon:
Squab pigeon: A young, plump, farmed bird. Wood pigeon: Generally wild birds, although some are farmed, particularly in France.Flavour Pairings:
Earthy & Autumnal: Pigeon’s rich, gamey flavour pairs well with earthy ingredients like mushrooms, butter beans, and cobnuts. Sweet & Savoury: Sweet flavours like cherries, blueberries, or even prunes can complement the richness of pigeon. Other Flavours: Strong flavours like gin, brandy, and port can also enhance the flavour of pigeon. Vegetables: Braised red cabbage, lentils, or cabbage and bacon are good accompaniments.Pigeon
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Protein (100g) |
17.5 |
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Calories (100g) |
142 |
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Fat (100g) |
7.5 |
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Cholesterol (100g) |
90 |
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Selenium (100g) |
0.13 |
Nutritional Information is from Eat Wild who have very kindly allowed us to use some of their great recipes.Â
