21 Carnivore Gifts For Those Who Love Their Meat
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Buying gifts is hard enough. Buying for someone who thinks a steak is a food group? Now you’ve got a real challenge.
You can’t just chuck in a bottle of wine or a novelty sock set and call it a day. Carnivores live and breathe meat. It’s not just dinner—it’s a lifestyle.
So, what do you get for someone who’d rather chew jerky than chocolate, who considers butter a beverage, and whose idea of a balanced diet is ribeye in both hands?
Whether you’re shopping for a hardcore nose-to-tail warrior or someone just starting to cut out the carbs and load up on liver, I’ve set out to make your life easier.
This gift guide answers questions like:
- What’s a perfect gift for a meat-loving friend or partner?
- Is beef jerky really a safe go-to? (Short answer: Yes. Long answer: There’s good jerky and awful jerky.)
- What tools or kitchen gear actually improve the carnivore lifestyle?
- Can you really send a meat-themed box with fast shipping? (You can, and you should.)
From budget-friendly gadgets to hot outdoor grills and some seriously tasty items to add to your cart, these carnivore gifts are designed to make meat-lovers feel seen—and well-fed.
Let’s kick things off with the tools that no serious meat-eater should be without…
🔪 Kitchen Gear for the Meat-Obsessed
Real meat needs real tools. These essentials help any carnivore set up a proper kitchen and stop faffing with non-stick nonsense.
1. Stainless Steel Frying Pan
There’s no better pan for getting that crisp sear on steak, liver, or even some sneaky scrambled eggs. Stainless steel is non-toxic, durable, and designed to handle hot cooking without flaking mystery coatings into your food.
✅ Top Pick: Made In 12″ Stainless Steel Frying Pan
🔗 See my article on the best stainless steel frying pans for more options
2. Pressure Cooker
Want slow-cooked flavour in a fraction of the time? A pressure cooker is a must. It turns shin, oxtail, and chuck into melt-in-your-mouth meals in under an hour. Perfect for batch cooking carnivore staples or prepping homemade broth.
✅ Top Pick: Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker
🔗 See my article on the best pressure cookers for more options
3. Dutch Oven
This is how you set the kitchen up for serious stews and bone broths. Heavy, reliable, and naturally non-stick if you treat it right. Plus, it looks good sat on the stove while it’s working magic on your short ribs.
✅ Top Pick: Lodge 6-Quart Enamelled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
🔗 See my article on the best Dutch ovens for more options
4. Cast Iron Skillet
The tool your great-granddad probably cooked with. Once seasoned, it’s practically indestructible—and unbeatable for cooking meat over hot heat. Sear a ribeye, crisp some pork belly, or finish a steak in the oven.
✅ Top Pick: Lodge 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet
5. Meat Thermometer
If they like their meat rare, medium, or just not overcooked into leather, this is the one. A proper meat thermometer helps avoid guesswork and kitchen disappointment.
✅ Top Pick: ThermoPro TP19H
🔗 See my article on the best meat thermometers for more options
6. Butcher Knife
Slicing through brisket? Trimming a slab of suet? This isn’t the job for a dainty paring knife. A heavy-duty butcher’s knife makes prepping larger cuts easy and satisfying. Also a bit fun.
✅ Top Pick: Dalstrong Butcher Knife – 10 inch – Gladiator Series Elite – Cimitar Breaking Knife
7. Carving Board with Juice Groove
What’s the point of resting a steak if the juices end up running onto your counter? A sturdy cutting board with a groove keeps things clean and saves that delicious fat for dipping.
✅ Top Pick: TeakHaus Edge Grain Carving Board
🔥 Hot Gifts for Outdoor Cooking
Turn up the heat. These carnivore gifts are for those who prefer their meat flame-kissed and cooked outside, rain or shine.
8. Gas Grill
Quick to heat, easy to use, and built for serious steak sessions. A gas grill is perfect for the meat-lover who wants that hot, flame-cooked flavour without waiting on charcoal. Great for weekly ribeye rituals and Sunday sausages.
✅ Top Pick: Weber Spirit E-310 – reliable, powerful, and well-loved by grillers everywhere
🔗 See my article on the best gas grills for more options
9. Charcoal Grill
This is the perfect choice if your carnivore mate likes things smoky, primal, and hands-on. Charcoal grilling brings out a depth of flavour that gas just can’t match. Bonus: it makes them feel like they’ve built a fire from scratch (without needing to actually do that).
✅ Top Pick: Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill
🔥 Ideal for steaks, wings, and beef short ribs over flames
10. Meat Thermometer (Yes, Again)
Yes, it already showed up in the kitchen section—but if they’re grilling, they’ll need one out here too. Take the guesswork out of BBQ. It’s one of the most useful gifts you can send a carnivore who likes their meat just right.
✅ Top Pick: ThermoPro TP25 Bluetooth Meat Thermometer
🔗 See my article on the best meat thermometers for more options
🍖 Tasty Carnivore Foods & Snacks
Some gifts are meant to be chewed. These delicious, no-prep, fat-fuelled options keep carnivores going between steaks.
See my article on the best carnivore snacks for lots more options.
11. Carnivore Club Beef Jerky Box
This one’s a no-brainer. Beef jerky is portable, protein-packed, and always well-received. But not all jerky is created equal—some are full of sugar and seed oils. A curated box of clean, high-quality jerky makes a delicious, thoughtful gift.
✅ Top Pick: Carnivore Club Beef Jerky Box
12. Bone Broth Starter Pack
Liquid collagen, minerals, amino acids—it’s like meat tea, but better. Bone broth supports joint health, gut repair, and recovery. A great gift for anyone deep into carnivore life, or those needing a comforting winter sip.
✅ Top Pick: Kettle & Fire Beef Bone Broth (Shelf-stable and shipping-friendly)
13. High-Fat Snack Pack
Carnivores snack too—but not on crisps. A mix of zero-carb options like beef jerky, pickled eggs, and moon cheese makes a unique and tasty box. Think stocking stuffer or meat-lover’s care package.
✅ Top Pick: Chomps Grass-Fed Beef Snack Sticks + Bay View Pickled Eggs + Moon Cheese
14. Raw Honey (for the 5%)
Yes, it’s not 100% carnivore. But if they do a once-a-week refeed or a pre-workout carb bump, raw honey is the go-to. It’s also a loved natural remedy and adds variety for those flexible with their approach.
✅ Top Pick: Bee Seasonal Raw Honey Sampler
🔥 Great for fuelling hikes or pairing with butter for a sweet & salty snack
15. Beef Tallow or Ghee Set
Seed oils? Stop. Cooking fat should be animal-based, nutrient-rich, and delicious. A set of beef tallow or ghee jars makes a smart and useful gift they’ll use every day.
✅ Top Pick: Fatworks Beef Tallow or 4th & Heart Ghee
16. Organ Meat Supplements
Organ meats are nutrient powerhouses, but not everyone loves the taste. These capsules are the cheat code. Great for beginners or those who want the benefits of liver without chewing it.
✅ Top Pick: MK Supplements Grass-Fed Beef Organs
💊 Easy to take, no fridge needed, and shipping is quick
🔗 See my article on the best organ meat supplements for more options
17. Salt + Electrolyte Bundle
Meat doesn’t come with side dishes of sodium, magnesium, and potassium. A good salt blend keeps crampy legs and fatigue away, especially for new carnivores. Bundle it with fancy flakes and call it a gift that actually helps.
✅ Top Pick: LMNT Electrolyte Packets + Maldon Sea Salt
🧘♂️ Lifestyle Gifts for the Carnivore Life
Carnivore isn’t just about what’s on the plate—it’s about how you recover, live, and recharge. These gifts support the whole animal-based way of life.
18. Infrared Sauna Blanket
Meat heals. But so does heat. An infrared sauna blanket promotes detox, improves circulation, and helps reduce inflammation—all while lying flat on the sofa. A premium gift for someone taking recovery seriously.
✅ Top Pick: REVIIV Infrared Sauna Blanket
🔗 See my article on the best infrared blankets for more options
19. Butter Coffee Frother
They need the right tool if they’ve swapped oat milk for butter. A handheld frother turns coffee + butter into a silky brew with zero clumps. Great stocking filler or small add-on to a bigger set.
✅ Top Pick: Norpro Cordless Mini Mixer – I have this; it’s such a handy tool.
20. Carnivore Apparel or Mug
Sometimes, you’ve got to let people know you eat like a legend. Whether it’s a t-shirt that says “Liver King Energy” or a mug that reads “Powered by Steak,” these items add humour and personality to the content carnivores love.
✅ Top Pick: “Hello, is it meat you’re looking for?” Tee or “A Steak A Day” Mug
🧢 Funny, functional, and loved by meat-heads worldwide
21. Carnivore Cookbook
Even the most committed meat-eater needs new ideas. A good cookbook helps them mix things up without falling into the boring steak-a-day trap. It’s one of those gifts that quietly makes the lifestyle more doable.
✅ Top Pick: The Carnivore Cookbook by Maria & Craig Emmerich
📘 Bonus pick: The Complete Nose to Tail by Fergus Henderson
Bonus Option: (For someone special) Infrared Sauna
If someone is adopting the carnivore diet, they’re probably looking to optimise their health. So, if you’re looking to really spoil someone, then this is the perfect gift (hint, hint Mrs Jackson 😉😘)
✅ Top Pick: Kanlanth 1-2 Person Infrared Sauna
🔗 See my article for other infrared saunas
🎯 How to Choose the Perfect Carnivore Gift
Let’s face it—there’s a lot of meat gear out there. Choosing the perfect carnivore gift doesn’t have to feel like prepping a cow for the butcher. Here’s how to set yourself up for success:
1. Start with what they already use
Do they already have a meat thermometer? If yes, maybe don’t buy them a second one (unless it’s for their BBQ set). Look at what’s missing and build around it.
2. Think lifestyle, not just food
Some of the best gifts aren’t edible. A frother, cookbook, or sauna blanket can massively improve the carnivore experience without adding to the meat pile.
3. Mix price points
Not every item needs to break the bank. Small things like salt, jerky, or a tasty mug can work just as well as a full-on grill (or sauna). If you’re building a set, include a high-impact piece and a few supporting items.
4. Look for clean, quality products
Avoid seed oils, sugar-packed jerky, or novelty tat that’ll get tossed. The best recommendations are ones that’ve been tested, loved, and actually found useful.
5. Check variants, availability, and shipping
If you’re ordering online, always check stock, shipping time, and product variants (like sizes or flavours). Nothing kills the vibe like a delayed order or a size-too-small t-shirt.
Still not sure? Scroll back, pick three things that made you say “ah, they’d love that,” and send the best one. Or better yet—build your own custom carnivore box.
Conclusion
Finding gifts is always tricky. But if the person is a meat lover on a carnivore or animal-based diet, then you’ve now got plenty of options to choose from.
Whether it’s a slab of beef jerky, a sizzling new skillet, or a full-blown meat-smoking BBQ, these carnivore gifts are built to impress.
They’re practical, tasty, and speak to a way of life that goes beyond food—it’s about eating with purpose.
If you’re still unsure what to add to your cart, just remember this: meat lovers don’t need more stuff—they need better stuff. So choose well, and they’ll be loved for days.
And that’s it… have a nutritious day!
FAQs
Why did Dr. Saladino quit carnivore?
Dr. Paul Saladino shifted from strict carnivore to animal-based eating, adding fruit and honey to improve energy, sleep, and performance. He still recommends meat as the core of human life.
What to buy someone who loves meat?
A great gift for meat lovers? Think beef jerky, a quality knife set, a Dutch oven, or BBQ gear. Choose practical items they’ll actually use and enjoy for days.
What to buy a carnivore for a birthday?
A curated box of jerky, tallow, and salt makes a great birthday gift. You can also go big with a cast-iron pan or a gas grill. Shipping fast? Even better.
What is the 80/20 rule for the carnivore diet?
It usually means eating 80% meat-based and allowing 20% flexibility, like raw honey, fruit, or dairy. Some recommend it to improve sustainability without losing core carnivore content.
