How to Make Mom's Shredded Elk Sandwiches - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mom's Shredded Elk Sandwiches are a family favorite that have been passed down through the generations. This recipe combines tender shredded elk meat with a savory, tangy barbecue sauce, all sandwiched between a soft, pillowy bun. The result is a mouthwatering dish that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning of appetites.

Elk meat is known for its rich, gamey flavor and tender texture, making it the perfect protein for these sandwiches. When slow-cooked and shredded, elk meat bec...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons celery salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 drops hot pepper sauce
  • 1 (4 pound) elk roast, cut in half
  • 10 hamburger buns, split

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 hrs
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 sandwiches

  • Whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard powder, lemon juice, liquid smoke, onion powder, garlic powder, celery salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, nutmeg, and hot pepper sauce in a bowl. Place the elk roast into a large slow cooker, and pour the sauce overtop.
  • Cover, and cook on High until the meat shreds easily with a fork, about 5 hours. Shred, and serve on the hamburger buns.
  • Nutrition

    361 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 83mg
    • Sodium: 1027mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 84mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 599mg