Elk Meat

Elk is an excellent choice for the health-conscious meat eater, since it marries delicious flavor with health-giving nutrients in every bite. The taste is similar to beef, but this is a far leaner meat, with way fewer saturated fats and a ton of vitamins, minerals and proteins, to boot. Gourmet Food Store has plenty of elk meat for sale, sourced from family-run farms in New Zealand, where all the animals are free-range and grass-fed without the use of hormones, antibiotics or GMOs. Order elk meat online, available in steaks, chops, rib racks, stew meat, sausages, jerky and more. This is a must-try meat you can try a bunch of ways!

Elk is a rich, flavorful, and incredibly versatile addition to your menu! Whether you're new to cooking game meat or an experienced chef, it offers a unique culinary experience that's both healthy and delicious.

Ways to Cook

There are many ways to cook elk meat, but there are a couple of key tips and tricks that will make sure you cook it right. One of the characteristics of this protein is that it is incredibly lean, with almost no fat, and that means it tends to cook quickly and is very easy to overcook. Rare or medium rare is the perfect cooking point, and use medium heat to avoid overcooking.

Grilling is a popular method, especially for steaks and burgers, as it brings out the rich, slightly sweet flavor of the meat. A little fat via a brushing with olive oil or butter will add extra juiciness! Frying or broiling elk steaks is a great way to go as well.

Roasting is another excellent option, particularly for larger cuts like roasts or tenderloins, which can be seasoned with herbs and spices for additional flavor. Cook low and slow, and add a little broth of water to the pan. Wrapping with bacon or pancetta is also a great way to add more flavor and juiciness. 

This delicacy also shines in stews and slow-cooked dishes, where its robust flavor can meld with other ingredients, creating a comforting and savory dish.

Where to Buy

At Gourmet Food Store, we source our Wapiti elk from family-owned farms in New Zealand, where the focus is on humane and sustainable practices. You can trust that it is free of growth hormones, steroids, and antibiotics—just pure, premium cuts ready to elevate your next meal. Whether you’re ordering online for convenient delivery or heading to a specialty butcher, Wapiti is a choice you won’t regret.

Pricing

Wapiti X elk, a unique crossbreed between the Roosevelt elk and New Zealand red deer, thrives in the open grasslands of New Zealand. The result? A sweeter, larger cut of meat that’s a close cousin to venison but with its own distinct character. Imagine the rich flavor of beef but with a leaner, healthier profile—this elk meat has just one-fifth of the fat of regular red meat.

Elk is a unique, natural meat, and the price reflects its quality and the care taken in its production. The cost of elk meat can vary depending on the cut, with steaks and tenderloins typically being more expensive than ground meat or roasts when comparing buying per pound. On average, you can expect to pay a bit more than you would for traditional beef, but the unique flavor and health benefits make it well worth the investment.