Description
A perfectly seared venison roast paired with a rich mushroom sauce. This elegant preparation highlights the natural flavors of venison while ensuring the meat remains tender and juicy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs venison loin or tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 8 oz mixed wild mushrooms
- 1 shallot, finely diced
- 1/2 cup red wine (Syrah or Malbec)
- 1 cup beef stock
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Remove the venison from the refrigerator 30-45 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the venison dry and season generously with salt, pepper, minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over high heat until almost smoking.
- Sear the venison on all sides until a deep brown crust forms, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the venison from the oven and transfer to a cutting board. Tent with foil and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
- While the venison rests, prepare the mushroom sauce. In the same skillet, sauté the mushrooms and shallot until golden brown.
- Add the red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce the wine by half.
- Add the beef stock and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Swirl in the butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the venison against the grain into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- Serve the venison slices with the mushroom sauce spooned over top and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Venison is best served medium-rare to maintain tenderness and flavor.
- Let the meat rest adequately to retain juices.
- Wild mushrooms like shiitake, oyster, or chanterelle work best for the sauce.
- A meat thermometer is recommended for perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
Keywords: venison, game meat, mushroom sauce, wild game cooking, dinner party, holiday meal
