What cause rainbow-like colors on meats?
Meat contains iron, fat, and other compounds. When light hits a slice of meat, it splits into colors like a rainbow. There are various pigments in meat compounds that can give it an iridescent or greenish cast when exposed to heat and processing. Wrapping the meat in airtight packages and storing it away from light will help prevent this situation. Iridescence does not mean that the meat has decreased in quality or safety. ************** How do you reduce the “gamely” flavor in wild game? The distinct “gamely” flavor of either wild birds or other game animals will be milder after soaking the meat overnight in the refrigerator in either a salt or vinegar solution. Use one tablespoon of salt per quart of cold water or one cup of vinegar per quart of cold water. Cover the game completely with the solution you select and soak over night. Discard the solution after soaking. You also can marinate game to give it a savory flavor or to tenderize it. Always marinate the meat in the refrigerator