Cooking on the Wild Side Archives

Shrimp scampi recipe hits the spot

This has been an unusual year so far, and it’s not over. Hopefully, we are far enough along in the COVID-19 pandemic that folks can enjoy fishing and the outdoors with minimal concerns and restrictions. […]

Blackened turkey hand pie recipe

Jerry Dilsaver

Our world began changing in late February and was pretty much upside down by the middle of March. We hadn’t gotten to a shelter-in-place order when it was time to get this recipe together, but the grocery stores had been plundered, and the selection was nothing like we are used to as we prepared to prepare the fruits of spring turkey season. […]

Teriyaki wahoo fingers recipe

Jerry Dilsaver

April is a special time for sportsmen in the Carolinas. Spring arrived a few weeks ago, and Daylight Savings Time has been in effect since early March. The weather is warming, and there are plenty of things to do. […]

Crockpot venison backstrap makes a great meal

Jerry Dilsaver

This crockpot venison backstrap recipe is a nice bridge between our winter hunting harvest and the spring fishing season. […]

A delicious dish of Cajun spice

Jerry Dilsaver

Carolina winters feature some cold days, but mostly, there are only a few at a time, with more moderate and occasionally downright warm days separating them. Still, it’s nice to come inside for lunch or dinner and have a meal that is tasty, filling and warms you to the soles of your feet. […]

Venison tot pie is a tasty, unique combination

Jerry Dilsaver

Try this tasty dish, which combines venison and tater tots. […]

Venison sausage and shrimp nachos

Jerry Dilsaver

Nachos made with venison sausage and shrimp are a great holiday dish. […]

King mackerel stir fry

Jerry Dilsaver

A stir fry brings out the best in king mackerel. […]

Tachoo and Tortilla dumplings

Jerry Dilsaver

Substitute soft tortillas for dumplings and wahoo for chicken and you’ve got a great meal. […]

Venison sausage on a stick recipe

Jerry Dilsaver

Here’s a great venison sausage recipe to help clear out some room in the freezer for the next deer you kill. […]

Cooking flounder without frying

Jerry Dilsaver

This unusual recipe will have you asking for more August is the hottest month for sportsmen in the Carolinas. Fishing has been good all summer, but being smart rather than bold helps keep fishermen a […]