Fillet of venison is a lean and tender cut of meat that is perfect for a special occasion meal. When cooked properly, venison is juicy and flavorful, with a slightly gamey taste. This recipe for fillet of venison with a wild thyme and blueberry sauce is a great way to showcase the natural flavors of venison. The wild thyme and blueberry sauce is a perfect complement to the venison, adding a touch of sweetness and acidity. This dish is sure to impress your guests and is perfect for a romantic dinner or a special occasion meal.
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VENISON TENDERLOIN WITH BERRY SAUCE AND CREAMY POTATOES
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Time 1h2m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut into 1-inch chunks. Place the potatoes in a large saucepan of cold, salted water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. When the water boils, lower the heat to medium and simmer the potatoes until they're fork tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- For the venison: Season both sides of the venison tenderloins with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large saute pan over high heat and add the oil. When the oil is hot, but not smoking, add the tenderloins. Reduce the heat to medium and sear the tenderloins on all sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove the loins from the pan and let rest until ready to serve.
- For the potatoes: Drain the potatoes well and transfer to a bowl. Mash the potatoes until there are no lumps. Stir in the butter, nutmeg, cream, salt, and white pepper. Stir until creamy, adding more cream if needed. You want smooth, creamy potatoes. Taste and season with more salt and white pepper, if needed.
- For the sauce: In a small saucepan, combine all of the ingredients, except for the blueberries and butter. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat, add the blueberries, and simmer until reduced a little and thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, strain the sauce back into the saucepan, season with salt and pepper, and then whisk in the butter. Hold warm until serving.
- To plate: Spoon potatoes into the center of the plate. Slice the venison loin into 1/2-inch thick slices on a bias. Lay slices over potatoes. Top with sauce.
PAN-FRIED VENISON WITH BLACKBERRY SAUCE
Blackberries are delicious in savoury sauces, and this version is the perfect match for the richly flavoured venison
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a frying pan, cook the venison for 5 mins, then turn over and cook for 3-5 mins more, depending on how rare you like it and the thickness of the meat (cook for 5-6 mins on each side for well done). Lift the meat from the pan and set aside to rest.
- Add the balsamic vinegar to the pan, then pour in the stock, redcurrant jelly and garlic. Stir over quite a high heat to blend everything together, then add the blackberries and carry on cooking until they soften. Serve with the venison, celeriac mash (see below) and broccoli.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, Sodium 0.24 milligram of sodium
VENISON WITH BLACKBERRY WINE SAUCE
A yummy way to spice up venison loin or steaks. Good with any red meat.
Provided by Web Spinner
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Game Meats Venison
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat shallots, garlic, blackberry jam, and red wine in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup of liquid, about 15 minutes. Strain liquid through a fine mesh sieve and set aside. Heat the beef broth in a separate skillet over medium-high heat until reduced by half, 15 to 20 minutes. Whisk the two reduced sauces together, and stir in the butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the venison steaks until they are beginning to firm, and are hot and slightly pink in the center, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (65 degrees C). Serve the steaks with the sauce and a few fresh blackberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 166.4 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 122.1 mg, Sugar 11 g
FILLET OF VENISON WITH A WILD THYME AND BLUEBERRY SAUCE
This is a recipe from Ballindalloch Castle. Wild thyme grows on all our river banks up here and in summer even in our town's drinking water you can taste the thyme - it is delicious. The blueberry also grows wild and when kids come home with a blue face they are said to have a 'blaeberry mou'. Sooo this recipe is full of the flavours of the Scottish Mountains.
Provided by lindseylcw
Categories Deer
Time 11m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Slice the venison into 1 inch discs.
- Heat oil in a fry pan and fry each slice of meat for about 2-3 mins till browned but still pink inside. Remove from pan with slotted spoon and keep warm.
- Place shallots, thyme and garlic into the pan and fry gently for 2-3 mins until translucent, add wine and jelly, stir well, reduce by half.
- Mix in the blueberries and simmer for a few mins until the berries have burst, add the butter, take off heat and allow to melt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve venison with sauce drizzled over the top and garnish with thyme flowers if available. Cheers!
Tips:
- Tenderize the venison: Before cooking, tenderize the venison by marinating it in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. This will help break down the tough fibers and make the meat more tender.
- Cook the venison to the right temperature: Venison should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare or 160 degrees Fahrenheit for medium. Overcooking will make the meat tough and dry.
- Use a flavorful sauce: A flavorful sauce can help to enhance the taste of the venison. This recipe uses a wild thyme and blueberry sauce, which is a perfect complement to the venison.
- Serve with your favorite sides: Venison can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a wild rice pilaf.
Conclusion:
This recipe for fillet of venison with a wild thyme and blueberry sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion.
The venison is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and complex. This dish is sure to impress your guests.
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