Roast Ostrich

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 1

Mouth-watering Roast Ostrich recipe for a healthy meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

280

Sugar

Fat

Roast ostrich is a flavorful and healthy choice for meat lovers. Ostrich is a red meat that tastes similar to beef, but has a lower fat content. This bird is also raised without hormones, making it a more natural and ethical choice for those concerned about their food source. Roast ostrich can be a great alternative to traditional proteins such as chicken or beef as it is a lean meat with a rich flavor.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.	Rub minced garlic and fresh ground black pepper over the ostrich roast.
3.	Lay onions on bottom of a roasting pan.
4.	Place the roast onto the onions.
5.	Pour water in the bottom of the pan.
6.	Cover the pan with a lid or foil.
7.	Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast for 2 1/2-3 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F for medium rare or 155°F for medium.
8.	Remove from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
9.	Slice the roast and serve.

PROS

Ostrich is a lean meat, making this recipe a healthy option.

Garlic and black pepper add flavor to the dish.

This recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal preparation.

CONS

Ostrich meat may be difficult to find in some areas.

The meat can be tough if overcooked.

Some may find ostrich meat to have a gamey taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ostrich meat is a healthy choice as it is a lean source of protein and low in fat.
This meat is high in iron, which is important for energy production and immune function.
It is also a good source of vitamin B12 needed for healthy blood and nerve cells.

	4 1/2 lbs ostrich roast
	4 garlic cloves , minced
	1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
	2 large onions , cut into 1/4 in slices
	1 cup water