Gin-Marinated Pheasant Recipe

Name: Gin-Marinated Pheasant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup gin; 3/4 cup vermouth; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon ground pepper; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 4 pheasants, dressed*; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup red wine; 1/2 cup orange-flavored dried plums, chopped; 1 (10-ounce) can chicken broth; 2 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

3/4 cup gin
3/4 cup vermouth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 pheasants, dressed*
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup red wine
1/2 cup orange-flavored dried plums, chopped
1 (10-ounce) can chicken broth
2 tablespoons butter

1
Combine first 5 ingredients in a large heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag, reserving 1/2 cup of the mixture. Place pheasants in the remaining mixture in the plastic bag. Seal and chill at least 30 minutes.
2
Remove pheasants from marinade, discarding marinade in bag. Sprinkle with salt; brown pheasants on all sides in hot oil in a large roasting pan over medium-high heat.
3
Bake at 400u00b0 for 40 to 50 minutes. Remove pheasants from roasting pan; keep warm.
4
Bring reserved marinade to a boil in roasting pan over high heat, stirring to loosen browned particles. Stir in red wine, and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Pour mixture through a fine wire-mesh strainer in a medium saucepan, discarding solids. Add dried plums and broth, and simmer 5 minutes; remove from heat, and stir in butter until melted.
5
Cut pheasants into quarters; place on serving platter. Drizzle with sauce and serve.
6
*Eight (1- to 1 1/2-pound) Cornish hens make a delicious substitution for the pheasants.

174

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup gin, 3/4 cup vermouth, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Gin-Marinated Pheasant falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Gin-Marinated Pheasant

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