Catch, Clean & Cook (Hog) YokGang

Published on August 11, 2021
Duration: 44:52

This guide details the process of preparing and cooking a wild hog, from initial field dressing to the final smoking stage. It emphasizes proper meat cleaning techniques, effective seasoning application, and managing outdoor cooking conditions. The instruction comes from Yoki Sturrup, an experienced outdoor and hunting content creator, offering practical, field-tested advice.

Quick Summary

Expert Yoki Sturrup guides you through the catch, clean, and cook process for wild hog. Key steps include meticulous removal of silver skin, applying a multi-layered seasoning crust with mustard, paste, and powders, and smoking the meat at 250°F. The hog is finished by wrapping with onions and BBQ sauce for maximum flavor and tenderness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:46Meat Identification and Initial Cleaning
  3. 06:46Cleaning the Backstrap and Tenderloins
  4. 11:56Seasoning the Hog
  5. 20:50Smoking the Meat
  6. 27:24Final Cooking Stage and Tasting

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key steps in preparing a wild hog for cooking?

The process involves identifying cuts like the ham and backstrap, meticulously removing fat and silver skin, applying a mustard binder, layering seasonings for a crust, and then smoking the meat at around 250°F. Finally, the meat is wrapped with onions and BBQ sauce for finishing.

Why is removing silver skin important when butchering wild hog?

Silver skin, a tough connective tissue, must be removed from cuts like the backstrap and tenderloins. Leaving it on will make the meat tough and cause it to shrink considerably during the cooking process, diminishing the final quality.

What seasonings are recommended for wild hog?

A recommended seasoning process includes using yellow mustard as a binder, followed by a paste like Jackie's Paste, Badia Onion Powder, and Dalcours Delicious Dust (3D Seasoning) to create a flavorful crust.

How is wild hog cooked after preparation?

The prepared wild hog meat is cooked on a portable charcoal smoker at approximately 250 degrees Fahrenheit. It's basted periodically and then wrapped in foil with onions and BBQ sauce for the final cooking stage.

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