What to expect from canned bear meat?

I aquired a can of bear meat from Finland. I'm not sure what to expect of the contents of the can. Will the meat be pre-cooked?

I can find some ideas online for preperation of fresh bear meat, but grilling probably doesn't translate too well for canned meat. What are normal preparations for canned bear meat?

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Best Answer

Canned foods are by their very nature cooked once they're in the can. That's how they keep so well. It is possible to grill canned meat if you dry it first, and it may benefit from a little browning for best flavour (assuming this wasn't done before canning).

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What does canned bear meat taste like?

Bear meat tastes quite similar to venison. However, it's relatively sweeter. As compared to old bears, the meat of younger bears has a milder flavor.

What can I do with canned bear meat?

Bear backstraps do make for some good steaks, but you have to cook it well done, unlike venison or elk. More on that later.

Does bear meat need to be cooked well done?

Proper cooking techniques can ensure that your bear meat is safe to eat. Like pork, the proper cooking time for bear meat is 375 degrees F for 20-25 minutes per pound. Internal cooking temperature should reach 160 degrees for 3 minutes or more before consumption.

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