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Bush Tucker The Food Of Aboriginal Australian's

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There are all types of food out there in the deserts of Australia. They are quickly becoming more and more popular with the average Australian and indeed chef world wide.

You can buy kangaroo meat in many countries all over the world. Bush tucker is a term that real native foods of Australia are referred to these days. There are restaurants all over Australia that specialise in Bush Tucker as a theme.
They serve everything from crocodile to Emu and kangaroo. They use many different berries and grubs together with lots of native peppers an seasonings. Here are a few that you may have or not have heard of previously.


AUSTRALIAN DESERT LIME RECIPES



Bush Tucker - The BUSH BANANA has a scientific name of Marsdenia australis and the Aboriginals call it ipalu. A bush banana grows on a vine with a little green oval shaped fruit, this is referred to as a banana. The bush banana has to grow near to trees because it will die if it lives on plains or in hills. The trees help by giving shade and support to the vines . The bush banana lives in nearly every habitat, but mostly it lives in woodlands and creeks as it is there where it thrives.

When you eat the bush banana you just peel the skin like you would with a normal banana. After you take the banana of off the plant and it will firstly require washing. If the fruit has dried already you can then cook it for nourishment, on the coals of an open fire. The leaves and the flowers are also totally edible making this a great find the next time yo find yourself wandering around the Australian desert in search of some bush tucker.

Bush Tucker - The Mulga Apple

The Mulga apple grows on the mulga tree, which in reality looks a lot more like a bush than a tree, standing around 2mts tall. It likes sandy conditions and woodlands often found on the sides of hills or the foothills. The fruit you will find has spikes, which you will have to remove with a knife before you get to the fruit inside. The fruit does not require cooking and can therefore be eaten straight away.

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Bush Tucker – The Quandong

The Quandong has a scientific name of Santalum acuminatum and the aborigines refer to it as a mangata. The Quandong tree grows to a massive 4 mts high and once again is more like a huge bush than what most folk would know as a tree. When the fruit is ripe it has a pinkish reddish colour and can be safely eaten raw. The skin and the flesh can be eaten raw and the seed are used in aboriginal medicine. These trees like many other Bush Tucker plants and trees of the Australian Outback like the woodlands and the foothills to grow.


Bush Tucker – The Bush Raisin

The Bush Raisin has a scientific name of Solanum Centrale and the Aborigines refer to it as kampurarrpa. This is a small shrubby looking bush that grows to around 30cm's in height and width. The raisins are a yellowish brown and is recognised often by it's purple flowers. You can eat the fruit as it is but the aborigines often grind it to a paste, roll it into small balls and dry it out. In this state it can be stored indefinitely making it great food for the very nomadic aborigines. These bushes can often be found in traditional Spinifex country and sandy hills.

Bush Tucker – The Witchetty Grub

The Witchetty grub lives it between the roots of the Witchetty Bush that has a Latin name of Acacia Kempeana. The grub itself is quite white with it's head either black or often yellow. These grubs can grow up to 12cm in length and if you scout around the roots of the bush they are quite easily found. The aborigines use a digging stick to do this and that is called a kudra. The grubs can be eaten raw or otherwise cooked on a stick over a naked flame. They are very creamy in texture when raw. Full of protein and other nutrients these are favoured by the nomadic natives during long walks or walkabouts.

THE RED DESERT LIME - BUSH TUCKER COMES TO TOWN

Bush Tucker – The Honey Ant

The Honey Ant or Camponotus inflatus look like any other ant except that they have unusually large abdomens which funnily enough are found to be full of honey. These ants are found around the base of the Mulga trees generally on the shady southern side of the tree. The nests are often massive and can go down to two meters deep. How does one eat a Honey Ant? Simply by picking it up by its head and biting of it's abdomen. Nice!

Bush Tucker – Kangaroo

The Macropus Rufus or Red Kangaroo is a vegetarian and is found all over Australia, from the shady woodlands to the treeless deserts. These animals can cover hundreds of miles in a single day and can often be seen in large groups of up to 100. They can destroy crops instantly and are culled because of it. All of the kangaroo can be eaten. The aborigines would also drink the blood for its goodness.
The meat is really lean as these animals carry very little fat at all. An excellent source of protein. The skins are also used as blankets and for carrying water.

Bush Tucker – The Parentie

The Varanus Giganteus is the largest lizard found in Australia, brownish really with greenish markings for camouflage. Often found with small yellow spots all over it. These are found in woodlans and around creeks and waterholes. They can also climb so often found up in trees during the heat of the day if they cant find a watering hole. Once again these are a great source of protein and once gutted can be roasted over a campfire simular to the way most folk would cook a chicken.


Bush Tucker – The Emu

The Emu or Dromaius novaehollandiae is a flightless bird that stands up to 2mts tall. These birds although flightless can run very quickly when they have too. Their defence mainly is through pecking with their long necks and a sharp beak. Beware of your watch or necklaces if you ever get close to one of these birds folks as they are attracted to the sparkle or shinny objects. Once again these animals are very lean and full of protein. Often hunted with throwing sticks or boomerangs.

Bush Tucker – Bush Turkey

The Ardeotis Australis or common bush turkey looks a little like an emu but a lot smaller in height and structure. It's feathers are highlu prized for dressing up at special occasions by aborigines and once again its meat is lean and full of protein.



Bush Tucker – The Echidna

The spiny Echidna has many black and white spikes covering itself to protect it against it's predators. These echidna live mainly on ants and often found burying themselves into ant hills. These are usually cooked by the aborigines by gutting them and filling the cavity with hot coals and burying the whole animal. When cooked the spikes can then be removed. Another rich source of protein.


Bush Tucker – The Wild Fig

The Wild Fig is about the same size as a marble and can only be eaten when they turn red. Eaten white they will cause you severe stomach discomfort. Generally these are mashed and eaten when they resemble a pulpish mash.

WHAT IS BUSH TUCKER ANYWAY?

Bush Tucker - Python

The Australian Python or Carpet Snake (morelia bredli) really is a big snake. It is a very attractive snake (if that is possible) as it is decorated with brown and yellow stripes, normally a brown crown or head with piercing black eyes. These snakes live on mice, rabbits and lizards. They are found almost anywhere but prefer sandy rocky outcrops or sand hills. Very meaty, these are cooked in twenty minutes over hot coals. They are non venomous in case you may have been wondering.

So there you have it. There are many more types of plants and a few more animals eaten by aborigines in Australia but the above are the main source of foods. Crocodile is another meat eaten in the northern states. The meats particularly are popular amongst chefs trying to introduce Bush Tucker into the mainstream pallet. There are some amazing peppers and berries also along with desert limes that are also being grown and harvested to feed on more main stream markets now.

Take a look at the Australian section for recipe ideas using some of these and other Bush Tucker products.

Enjoy

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Bush Tucker - Vodka and Desert Lime Martini Snapper

Bush Tucker - Vodka and Desert Lime Martini Snapper Recipe

Vodka & Desert Lime Martini Snapper Recipe made around the use of desert limes. Easy to make and you can use any small to medium sized white firm fish from your own part of the world. The desert limes really give this recipe a little punch. A love of seafood and modern cuisine is shared in this recipe for whole baby snapper with Desert Lime martini.

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Bush Tucker - Summer Lemon and Desert Lime Cheesecake

Bush Tucker - Summer Lemon and Desert Lime Cheesecake Recipe

Summer Lemon & Desert Lime Cheesecake recipe will give you a good result. A great alternative to your common flavours.

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Spiced Meat Balls served with Australian Desert Lime Chutney Recipe

Spiced Meat Balls served with Australian Desert Lime Chutney Recipe

A recipe from australiandesertlimes.com.au

This recipe for Spiced Meat Balls served with Australian Desert Lime Chutney is a nice spin on just ordinary meatballs that you may make on occasions.

Enjoy the unique flavour of the desert limes.

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Bush Tucker - Spice-Crusted Tuna with Charred Peppers and Desert Lime

Bush Tucker - Spice-Crusted Tuna with Charred Peppers and Desert Lime Recipe


This Spice-Crusted Tuna with Charred Peppers & Desert Lime recipe is very straight forward to make. Perfect next time you pull up a nice blue fin over the back of your super yacht (or find at the local fish shop)!

Try using the spice crust mix on other fish it really is quite good.

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Seafood Stew With Saffron and Desert Lime

Seafood Stew With Saffron and Desert Lime Recipe

This light colourful dish truly celebrates the arrival of spring with the zing of Desert Lime and saffron. Feel free to substitute your favourite fish or shellfish according to what is fresh and readily available. It makes a complete main course by itself, needing only warmed crusty bread to mop up every last drop of the delicious juice. Serve with Chardonnay.

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Bush Tucker - Pork loin and Buckwheat Noodle Salad with Desert Lime and Coriander

Bush Tucker - Pork loin and Buckwheat Noodle Salad with Desert Lime and Coriander Recipe

Pork Tenderloin & Buckwheat Noodle Salad with Desert Lime & Coriander makes a great main course salad. Pretty low in fat and great for the unusual taste the desert limes give the pork. Of course you can replace the pork with any choice of protein.

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Bush Tucker - Mango Sorbet with Desert Limes

Bush Tucker - Mango Sorbet with Desert Limes Recipes

A recipe from australiandesertlimes.com.au

Mango Sorbet with Desert Limes combines the two big flavours of the northern australian deserts, mangos and native limes. This recipe really is very good. Works well in an ice cream maker or just in the freezer.

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Bush Tucker - Grilled Scampi Tails With Desert Lime and Wasabi Dressing

Bush Tucker - Grilled Scampi Tails With Desert Lime and Wasabi Dressing Recipes

Grilled Scampi Tails With Desert Lime & Wasabi Dressing is a great main course or entre at your next summer BBQ. The desert lime and wasabi dressing is amazing, and really something a little different. Try it some time this summer.

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Bush Tucker - Fish with Australian Desert Limes

Bush Tucker - Fish with Australian Desert Limes

This recipe for Fish with Australian Desert Limes
can be used pretty much on any white fish that has s reasonable sized fillet to its.

Have a look at the article on desert limes to find out more on these great little morsals,

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Bush - Tucker Desert Lime Vinaigrette Dressing

Bush - Tucker Desert Lime Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe


A recipe from australiandertlimes.com.au

This recipe for Lime Vinaigrette Dressing is useful on anything from fish to steak. It's a little different and ususual with a taste to match.

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Bush Tucker - Desert Lime Jam Drops

Bush Tucker - Desert Lime Jam Drops

A recipe from australiandesertlimes.cm.au

This recipe for Desert Lime Jam Drops makes around 100 small jam drops. Something different using desert limes but the kids will still love them.

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Bush Tucker Desert Lime and Ginger Ricotta Cheesecake

Bush Tucker Desert Lime and Ginger Ricotta Cheesecake

This recipe for Desert Lime and Ginger Ricotta Cheesecake is a baked cheesecake and is well worth the effort to make. Enjoy. The desert limes give it a real twist when mixed with the ginger.

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Bush Tucker - Desert Lime and Gin Mousse

Bush Tucker - Desert Lime and Gin Mousse Recipe

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A recipe from australiandesertlimes.com.au .

Desert Lime & Gin Mousse makes a great entree or just on the BBQ table this summer.Try it, you will love the unusual taste of the desert limes.


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Bush Tucker - Desert Lime Aioli

Bush Tucker - Desert Lime Aioli Recipe

A recipe from australiandesertlimes.com.au

This recipe for Desert Lime Aioli works great as a dip at your next BBQ. Try using it for tempura seafood. Awesome!

These desert limes give a great taste you will be impressed.

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Bush Tucker - Coconut Chicken and Lemon Salad

Bush Tucker - Coconut Chicken and Lemon Salad Recipe

a recipe from australiandesertlimes.com.au

Coconut, Chicken and Lemon Salad with desert limes is a really nice salad. Its a meal on it's own if you are looking for a nice salad today.
The desert limes give it a great kick.

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Bush Tucker - Coconut Berry and Desert Lime Syrup Cake

Bush Tucker - Coconut Berry and Desert Lime Syrup Cake

A recipe from australiandesertlimes.com.au

Coconut, Berry and Desert Lime Syrup Cake recipe that is something a little different and with a great taste to boot! If you can get a hold of these desert limes give this great cake a go.

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Bush Tucker - Chocolate Macadamias

Bush Tucker - Chocolate Macadamias Recipe

Chocolate coated Macadamia nuts are just the perfect combination. Try adding candied ginger also to this mix for something different. Of course you dont have to use Macadamia nuts but they are my favourite.

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Bush Tucker - Barbecued Corn with Chilli Desert Lime Butter

Bush Tucker - Barbecued Corn with Chilli Desert Lime Butter Recipe

A recipe from australiandesertlimes.com.au

Barbecued Corn with Chilli Desert Lime Butter recipe is easy to make and agreat idea to spruce up corn with an australian flavour. Enjoy

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