Alaskan Moose Meatballs with Mushroom Gravy

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

Juicy meatballs made from Alaska moose, simmered in a rich mushroom gravy for a hearty, wild game meal. This Alaskan-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs moose shoulder, onion, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.2 lbs, ground moose shoulder
• 1 small, diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 1 large eggs
• 8 oz, sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 tsp thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix ground moose, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Form into 12 balls and flatten slightly.
2. Step 2: In a skillet, sauté mushrooms over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Add broth, thyme, and simmer for 3 minutes.
3. Step 3: Place meatballs in the skillet, nestling them into the mushroom mixture. Cook for 10 minutes until browned, then simmer for 5 minutes until tender.