Venison Medallions With Port Sauce And Potato Croqu

Name: Venison Medallions With Port Sauce And Potato Croquettes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb frozen potato croquettes; 2 tbsp butter; 4 tbsp olive oil; 1 1/2 lb baby carrots; 1 tbsp fresh marjoram or oregano leaves; 2 tbsp honey; 4 - 5.25 oz venison steaks; 4 slices smoked bacon; 2 tsp cornstarch, mixed with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry; 1 1/4 cups chicken or vegetable stock; 1/3 cup port; 1/2 cup cranberries

Servings: persons

1 lb frozen potato croquettes
2 tbsp butter
4 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 lb baby carrots
1 tbsp fresh marjoram or oregano leaves
2 tbsp honey
4 - 5.25 oz venison steaks
4 slices smoked bacon
2 tsp cornstarch, mixed with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry
1 1/4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1/3 cup port
1/2 cup cranberries

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Oil a baking sheet then place the croquettes on top and bake in the oven for 20 minutes or following package directions until crisp and golden.
2
Meanwhile, melt the butter with 2 tbsp of the oil in a saucepan and cook the carrots for 12 minutes, stirring frequently until softened. Stir in the marjoram (or oregano) and honey.
3
Heat the remaining oil in a frying pan, season the venison steaks then wrap each steak with a piece of bacon, securing the bacon in place with toothpicks. Sear the meat on all sides for 4 minutes then set aside. Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan along with the stock and port. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring, for 2 mins until slightly thickened. Return the venison to the pan along with the cranberries and cook gently for 2 mins. Season the sauce to taste.
4
To serve, transfer the venison, croquettes and carrots to warmed serving plates and spoon the sauce over top.

939

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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: 1 lb frozen potato croquettes, 2 tbsp butter, 4 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 lb baby carrots, and more.

Yes, Venison Medallions With Port Sauce And Potato Croquettes falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Venison Medallions With Port Sauce And Potato Croquettes

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