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Herb-Crusted Axis Deer with Wild Mushroom Sauce
Axis deer, renowned for its mild and tender meat, pairs beautifully with an herb crust in this elegant recipe.
Axis deer is celebrated for its mild, buttery flavor, making it a favorite for gourmet game cooking. This recipe pairs a tender herb-crusted roast with a rich wild mushroom sauce, creating a sophisticated dish perfect for special occasions.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Axis deer tenderloin
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (garden-grown)
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (garden-grown)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (garden-grown)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (garden-grown)
- 1 cup wild mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the tenderloin with salt and pepper. Mix parsley, rosemary, thyme, and garlic into a paste with olive oil, and coat the tenderloin.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the tenderloin on all sides. Transfer to the oven and roast for 20 minutes for medium-rare.
- In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until softened. Add red wine and reduce by half. Stir in cream and simmer until thickened.
- Slice the tenderloin and serve with the mushroom sauce.