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7 times kanga was a banger

Healthy, sustainable and easy to cook, here's how to up your kangaroo ante.

Why I’m obsessed with making the most sustainable burger possible

Kangaroo burgers – an alternative to beef? Source: Gourmet Game

A lean Australian take on the easy Chinese classic, wrap and roll your roo in crisp iceberg lettuce.
Kangaroo san choy bow
Kangaroo san choy bow Source: K-ROO
Mix it up for your next taco night with lean and tasty kangaroo strips that have been marinated in a Mexican spice mix.
Spicy kangaroo tacos
Spicy kangaroo tacos with pico de gallo salsa Source: K-ROO
Kangaroo tail is so delicious and when it is cooked slowly, it is lip-smackingly good and this is a sensational dish that will jazz up your Sunday roast.
Braised kangaroo tail, spiced quandong mash and salt bush salad
Braised kangaroo tail, spiced quandong mash and saltbush salad Source: Peter Kuruvita's Coastal Kitchen
This vibrant topping of marinated roo, rocket, crumbled goat's feta and caramelised onion, puts a spin on the usual meat lover's.
Kangaroo beetroot pizza
Kangaroo pizza with beetroot, feta and rocket Source: K-ROO
The classic Indian curry, rogan josh, gets an Australian feel with the addition of kangaroo. But don't think it's purely a meaty affair! Chickpeas, tomato and spinach add a wholesome quality to the hearty dish.
Kangaroo rogan josh
Source: Gourmet Game
Lean kangaroo meat and roasted vegetables tick the 'healthy' boxes, while mint and coriander pump up the freshness, and dukkah adds a delicious texture. You could use any grain in this warm salad — quinoa, barley or burghul, included — but we think the yielding nature of pearl couscous (also known as Israeli couscous) provides a delicious bite.
Warm couscous and pumpkin salad with dukkah kangaroo fillet
Source: Gourmet Game
Give your sausage rolls a bit of a 'gourmet' treatment by pairing kangaroo mince with salsa verde. Encased in shortcrust pastry, these meaty parcels are wonderfully moist and more-ish. The salsa is one for your repertoire, too. If you're not in the mood for sausage rolls, serve the herb and caper mixture atop chargrilled meat, roasted potatoes or a simple salad.
Kangaroo, salsa verde and chilli sausage rolls
Classic with a twist: kangaroo and chilli sausage rolls Source: Gourmet Game
Kanga mince is a lean alternative to the classic beef patty, particularly when enhanced with herbs and spice mix. The light, tangy crispness of the apple and fennel slaw pairs perfectly with the juicy burger, creating a stunning combo for backyard parties or easy weeknight dinners.
Why I’m obsessed with making the most sustainable burger possible
Kangaroo burgers – an alternative to beef? Source: Gourmet Game
Want more roo? Check out our collection here.



Peter Kuruvita's Coastal Kitchen airs 8pm, Thursdays on SBS and then you can catch-up on SBS On Demand. Visit the program page for recipes, videos and more.

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