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smoked goose breast recipe

SMOKED GOOSE BREAST

Author: Larry White
5 from 13 votes
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Curing Time (Optional)2 hours

Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 2 to 4 Goose Breasts (Canada goose, snow goose, or domestic)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fine-grained salt

Instructions

  • In a small bowl mix together the salt and powdered sugar. If you need more, simply make another batch. Any extra will keep well if stored in an air-tight container.
  • Place the goose breasts onto a baking tray or large plate. Completely coat the breasts with the salt and sugar mixture.
  • Let the meat rest at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Pat the excess moisture from the meat with paper towels while ensuring that you don't remove the salt and sugar mixture from the meat.
  • Heat your smoker between 170 degrees and 180 degrees F. If you can't get your smoker that low, 200 degrees F will work.
  • Smoke the breast until you reach your desired internal temperature. For waterfowl, I like to cook the breast to an internal temperature of around 128 degrees F. You can cook them to a higher temperature, but I recommend not going any higher than 135 degrees F. I also recommend removing the breasts from the smoker a few degrees shy of your final temperature if you plan on crisping the skin.
  • To crisp the skin, cook the breasts skin side down over medium heat until nicely browned and firm.
  • Optional Step: As mentioned in the notes section, you can use a blow torch to add a nice char to the meat without overcooking it. I don't recommend using the torch on the skin because you run the risk of burning it.
  • Let the meat rest at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice and season with salt and black pepper.
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