Best 8 Roasted Venison With Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Roasted venison is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. This succulent meat is complemented by the tartness of fresh cranberries, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal. With the right recipe, you can easily prepare this dish in your own kitchen. Whether you are a seasoned chef or just starting to experiment with cooking, you will find the perfect recipe here to create a roasted venison dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PAN ROASTED VENISON WITH SPICY CRANBERRY MEXICAN CINNAMON SAUCE WITH WHIPPED SWEET POTATOES



Pan Roasted Venison with Spicy Cranberry Mexican Cinnamon Sauce with Whipped Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Number Of Ingredients 24

1/2 cup gin
2 cups port
6 sprigs fresh thyme
6 juniper berries
4 venison steaks, 6 ounces each
Salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 cup port wine
1/4 teaspoon Mexican cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 cup cranberry juice
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
1/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into large cubes and cooked until soft
1 stick unsalted butter
1 teaspoon chipotle puree
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine gin, port, thyme and juniper berries in a medium shallow baking dish. Add the venison and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Heat oil in a large saute pan over high heat until almost smoking. Remove the venison from the marinade and shake off excess. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook on one side until golden brown. Turn over, reduce heat to medium and continue cooking until medium-rare, 3-4 minutes.
  • Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions, celery and carrots and cook until soft. Raise the heat to high and add the port, cook until dry. Add the spices, cranberry juice, and chicken stock. Strain the sauce and discard solids. Return to pan to heat, whisk in the cold butter, stir in cranberries, and heat through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a bowl mash potatoes with rest of ingredients.

PAN ROASTED VENISON WITH SPICY CRANBERRY MEXICAN CINNAMON SAUCE



Pan Roasted Venison with Spicy Cranberry Mexican Cinnamon Sauce image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

1/2 cup gin
2 cups port wine
6 sprigs fresh thyme
6 juniper berries
4 venison steaks, 6 ounces each
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Cranberry Sauce, recipe follows
Sweet Potato and Plaintain puree, recipe follows
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 cup port wine
1/2 cup cranberry juice
4 cups chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon Mexican ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 cup fresh cranberries, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed
2 very ripe plantains
1 stick unsalted butter, quartered
Pinch salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons maple syrup
3/4 to 1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Combine gin, port, thyme and juniper berries in a medium shallow baking dish. Add the venison and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large saute pan over high heat until almost smoking. Remove the venison from the marinade and shake off excess. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook on 1 side until golden brown. Turn over, reduce heat to medium and continue cooking until medium-rare, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with the sauce and Sweet Potato and Plaintain puree.
  • Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions, celery, garlic, and carrots and cook until soft. Raise the heat to high and add the port, cook until dry. Add the port, cranberry juice, stock, cinnamon, allspice, and cranberries and cook until a sauce consistency is formed. Finish with the cold butter and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place potatoes and plantains on a large baking sheet and roast until the potatoes are soft, about 50 to 60 minutes and the plantains are completely black.
  • Slice each potato in half lengthwise, scoop out the flesh and place it in the bowl of a large food processor. Peel the plantains and add the flesh to the sweet potatoes. Add the butter, salt, cinnamon and 1/4 cup maple syrup and process until smooth. Add the cream and pulse until combined.
  • Place the puree into a medium baking dish and place in the oven for 10 minutes to heat through. Remove and drizzle the top with the remaining 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and serve.

ROASTED VENISON WITH FRESH CRANBERRY SAUCE



Roasted Venison with Fresh Cranberry Sauce image

There's so much more to venison than tenderloins or burger. Many people don't realize that venison can be roasted successfully without making it tough or leathery; the key is to provide some of the fat that this extra-lean meat doesn't usually contain, and to sear the meat first before following it up with a slow roast at lower heat. I hope you enjoy it.

Provided by The Magpie

Categories     Venison Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (8 pound) bone-in venison roast
1 pinch kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup butter
2 ½ cups finely chopped onion, divided
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ teaspoons dried sage
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
2 cups fresh orange juice
6 ounces fresh cranberries
3 cups beef stock
½ cup red currant jelly
¼ cup dry sherry (such as Oloroso)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spread garlic all over venison roast, season with salt and pepper, and place in a roasting pan.
  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook and stir 1/2 cup onion, cilantro, sage, and basil until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Spread the butter mixture evenly over the roast.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Add remaining 2 cups onion, orange juice, and cranberries to the roasting pan; reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Continue to roast, basting frequently, until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 140 degrees F for medium rare, about 1 hour. Remove the roast from the pan; cover to keep warm while you prepare the sauce.
  • Pour beef stock into the roasting pan, and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Continue boiling until the liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Skim off any fat; stir in the jelly and sherry. Continue to boil until the sauce is slightly thickened and evenly coats the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 348.3 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 88.7 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 322.5 mg, Sugar 22.2 g

ROASTED RACK OF VENISON WITH RED CURRANT AND CRANBERRY SAUCE



Roasted Rack of Venison with Red Currant and Cranberry Sauce image

Feast on this rich venison dinner with red currant and cranberry sauce any time of year.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups veal or beef stock, preferably homemade
2 dried bay leaves
1 bunch fresh thyme
3/4 cup ruby port wine
1 one-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup red-currant jam
4 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
4 tablespoons whole juniper berries
4 tablespoons dried rosemary
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons butter
2 (1 1/2 to 2 pounds each) racks venison, well trimmed
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine stock, bay leaves, thyme, port, ginger, and jam in a large saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until stock has reduced to 1 cup, about 1 hour. Remove from heat, strain, and transfer to a clean small saucepan. Set aside.
  • Combine peppercorns, juniper berries, and rosemary in a spice grinder. Grind, allowing some texture to remain.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Place a large roasting pan in the oven. Salt both sides of each rack well, and rub the ground spice mixture into the meat.
  • Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Place both racks in skillet, and brown each side, about 2 minutes per side, using tongs to maneuver racks in skillet. Transfer racks to the preheated roasting pan.
  • Roast venison 30 to 35 minutes for medium rare. Remove roasting pan from oven, and transfer meat to a cutting board to rest 15 minutes.
  • Return sauce to a boil. In a small bowl, combine remaining 2 teaspoons butter with flour; mix until a paste forms. Reduce heat, stir in cranberries; let simmer until berries are soft and sauce is glossy. Whisk in the butter mixture. Serve the red-currant-and-cranberry sauce with the venison.

ROAST LOIN OF VENISON WITH CRANBERRIES



Roast Loin of Venison With Cranberries image

Looking for different ways to use that deer meat? This is a great recipe I found recently that I wanted to share with you all! Recipe originally used lingon berries which can be almost impossible to find in the USA. They very closely resemble cranberries in appearance and flavor so I have substituted those in this recipe. Do not forget to drink the wine that remains in the bottle! hehehe

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     Deer

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 lbs venison loin, boneless
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 teaspoons fresh ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon fresh thyme, crushed
2 cups dry red wine
2 cups beef or 2 cups venison stock
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
15 ounces whole berry cranberry sauce
1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger
fresh thyme sprig

Steps:

  • Rub the venison with the olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt, 1 teaspoon of the pepper and 1/2 teaspoon thyme, pressing the seasonings into the meat. Allow the venison to come to room temperature.
  • Set the loin on a rack in a roasting pan and roast at 400°F until medium-rare, about 135°F on a meat thermometer, about 25 to 30 minutes basting frequently with the pan juices.
  • Tent the venison loosely with foil and set aside for 10 to 15 minutes before carving.
  • Place the roasting pan on stove top over medium high heat and add the wine. Bring to a boil and cool until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 5 mintues. Be sure to scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the stock and bring to a boil. Add the cranberries and reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Add the ginger, 1/4 teaspoon each of salt, pepper, thyme and the cold butter. Allow the butter to completely melt before removing from heat.
  • Slice the venison thinly and serve with the hot sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647.3, Fat 48, SaturatedFat 19.6, Cholesterol 119.6, Sodium 375.8, Carbohydrate 22.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 20.7, Protein 20

ROASTED VENISON WITH FRESH CRANBERRY SAUCE



Roasted Venison with Fresh Cranberry Sauce image

There's so much more to venison than tenderloins or burger. Many people don't realize that venison can be roasted successfully without making it tough or leathery; the key is to provide some of the fat that this extra-lean meat doesn't usually contain, and to sear the meat first before following it up with a slow roast at lower heat. I hope you enjoy it.

Provided by The Magpie

Categories     Venison Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 (8 pound) bone-in venison roast
1 pinch kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup butter
2 ½ cups finely chopped onion, divided
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ teaspoons dried sage
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
2 cups fresh orange juice
6 ounces fresh cranberries
3 cups beef stock
½ cup red currant jelly
¼ cup dry sherry (such as Oloroso)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spread garlic all over venison roast, season with salt and pepper, and place in a roasting pan.
  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook and stir 1/2 cup onion, cilantro, sage, and basil until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Spread the butter mixture evenly over the roast.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Add remaining 2 cups onion, orange juice, and cranberries to the roasting pan; reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Continue to roast, basting frequently, until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 140 degrees F for medium rare, about 1 hour. Remove the roast from the pan; cover to keep warm while you prepare the sauce.
  • Pour beef stock into the roasting pan, and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Continue boiling until the liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Skim off any fat; stir in the jelly and sherry. Continue to boil until the sauce is slightly thickened and evenly coats the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 348.3 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 88.7 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 322.5 mg, Sugar 22.2 g

ROASTED RACK OF VENISON AND SHALLOTS WITH DRIED-CRANBERRY GRAVY



Roasted Rack of Venison and Shallots with Dried-Cranberry Gravy image

Categories     Berry     Roast     Dried Fruit     Venison     Winter     Shallot     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

an 8- to 11 rib (3- to 4-pound) rack of venison, halved to form two 4- to 6-rib racks and any tough membranes trimmed
2 pounds shallots, trimmed and peeled
2 tablespoons vegetable oil plus additional for rubbing the venison
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup red wine
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon juniper berries (available in the spice section of supermarkets), crushed lightly
2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
1/3 cup dried cranberries (available at specialty foods shops)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a roasting pan large enough to hold the venison racks without crowding them, toss the shallots with 2 tablespoons of the oil and salt and pepper to taste and roast them in the middle of the oven, stirring occasionally, for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are golden. Pat the venison dry, season it with salt and pepper, and rub it generously with the additional oil. Heat a large heavy skillet over high heat until it is hot and in it sear the venison on all sides. Push the shallots to the sides of the roasting pan, stand the venison racks in the middle of the pan, allowing the bones to rest together, and roast the mixture in the middle of the oven for 23 minutes, or until a meat thermometer registers 125°F., for rare meat. Transfer the racks with shallots to a platter and let them stand, covered loosely with foil, for 15 minutes. To the roasting pan add the broth, the wine, the water, and the juniper berries and simmer the mixture, scraping up the brown bits, for 5 minutes. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve set over a small saucepan, whisk the cornstarch mixture, and add it to the saucepan with the cranberries, the vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer the gravy, whisking, for 5 minutes. Cut the venison into individual chops and serve it with the shallots and the gravy.

ROAST RACK OF VENISON WITH CRANBERRY CHUTNEY



Roast Rack of Venison With Cranberry Chutney image

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, roasts, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups dry red wine
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, crushed
2 bay leaves
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 loin rack of venison, 4 to 5 pounds, with the bones cracked to permit easy carving
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon Chinese 5-spice powder
1/2 cup beef broth

Steps:

  • Place the wine, garlic, half the peppercorns, the bay leaves, lemon juice, olive oil and salt and pepper to taste in a deep dish that will hold the venison. Place the venison in the bowl, turn it to coat all sides, cover it and refrigerate overnight. Turn the meat a few times while it is marinating.
  • Place the cranberries in a non-reactive saucepan. Stir in the vinegar, sugar, ginger, five-spice powder and remaining peppercorns. Bring to a simmer and cook slowly, stirring from time to time, about 20 minutes. The cranberries should be soft and there should be enough liquid in the pan just to moisten them. Remove from the heat and set aside until serving time.
  • About two hours before serving remove the venison from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan so it comes to room temperature. Strain the marinade, place it in a saucepan and cook over high heat until the marinade is reduced to about three-fourths cup. Add the beef broth, cook the mixture down until there is about three-fourths cup, then season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place the venison in the oven and roast it about 12 minutes per pound for medium rare. It should register 120 degrees when an instant-read thermometer is inserted in the thick part of the meat, not touching any bone.
  • Remove the meat from the oven and allow it to stand at room temperature 20 minutes before carving. Warm the dried-cranberry mixture and transfer it to a serving dish. Reheat the sauce made from the marinade. Check the seasonings again.
  • Cut the venison into individual chops. If the butcher has cracked the large bone between the chops, cutting the chops should be extremely easy.
  • Serve the venison moistened with some of the reheated sauce and with the cranberry mixture on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 259, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 415 milligrams, Sugar 31 grams

Tips:

  • Choose a venison roast that is at least 3 pounds in size for optimal flavor and texture.
  • To enhance the venison's natural flavor, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, rosemary, and thyme for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Roast the venison at a high temperature initially to sear the exterior and lock in the juices, then reduce the heat to allow the roast to cook evenly throughout.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the venison reaches an internal temperature of 135°F for medium-rare or 145°F for medium.
  • Allow the roasted venison to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving to redistribute the juices and enhance the tenderness.
  • For the fresh cranberry sauce, use a combination of fresh and frozen cranberries for a vibrant color and tart flavor.
  • Add a touch of orange zest and cinnamon to the cranberry sauce for a festive holiday touch.

Conclusion:

This roasted venison with fresh cranberry sauce recipe offers a delicious and elegant dish perfect for special occasions or a hearty family meal. The venison is succulent and flavorful, while the cranberry sauce provides a bright and tangy contrast. By following the tips and instructions provided, you can create a memorable dining experience that showcases the natural bounty of the wild.

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