Ozzie Reviews Q & A - Episode #37

Published on March 2, 2020
Duration: 23:09

Ozzie Reviews Q&A Episode #37 addresses safe food handling practices for harvested game, specifically rabbits. The host emphasizes thorough cooking to kill bacteria but advises against consuming meat if the intestines are ruptured during gutting due to potential fecal contamination. He also touches on proper cooling and storage of game meat in an esky or box to maintain freshness, especially in warmer conditions.

Quick Summary

When harvesting rabbits, the main food safety concern is potential contamination from ruptured intestines. While thorough cooking kills bacteria, it's best to avoid consuming meat exposed to fecal matter. Immediately gut rabbits and store them in a cool esky or box to prevent spoilage, especially in warm weather.

Chapters

  1. 00:42Precautions for Harvesting Game Meat
  2. 01:05Safe Food Handling for Rabbits
  3. 01:44Avoiding Contamination During Gutting
  4. 02:04Meat Preparation and Storage
  5. 02:18Keeping Game Meat Cool

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main food safety concerns when harvesting rabbits?

The primary concern is potential contamination from the rabbit's intestines if they are ruptured during gutting. While thorough cooking kills bacteria, avoiding meat exposed to fecal matter is a key safety precaution for preventing food poisoning.

How should harvested rabbits be stored in the field?

After gutting, rabbits should be immediately placed in an esky or a cool box. This helps to keep the meat cool and prevent spoilage, especially if you are harvesting multiple animals or if the weather is warm.

Does cooking kill all bacteria in game meat?

Thorough cooking will kill most bacteria present in game meat. However, it's still important to practice safe handling techniques, such as avoiding meat contaminated by intestinal contents, to minimize the risk of illness.

What is the recommended procedure if intestines are broken during rabbit gutting?

If the intestines are ruptured during gutting, it's advised not to consume the meat. This is because fecal matter can spread bacteria, and while cooking kills pathogens, it's a safer practice to discard meat that has been directly contaminated.

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