Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 tbsp

sunflower oil

1 pound

venison loin

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

1 unit

bay leaf

1 tbsp

rosemary

chopped

1 tbsp

juniper berries

2 tbsp

butter

3 ounce

shallots

chopped

1 tbsp

sunflower oil

0.25 cup

calvados

0.25 cup

cognac

1 cup

venison demiglace

0.38 cup

double cream

1 tbsp

juniper berries

crushed

1 tsp

creme de cassis

for finishing

1 tsp

banyuls vinegar

for finishing

3 ounce

sugar

2 cup

red wine

0.25 unit

port wine

7 unit

white peppercorns

3 unit

cloves

1 unit

bay leaf

0.5 unit

cinnamon stick

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

1 pinch

salt

3 unit

oranges

zest and juice

1.5 unit

red cabbage

sliced

8 ounce

yukon gold potatoes

1 pinch

rock salt

for roasting

0.5 cup

cornstarch

1 unit

egg yolk

1 tbsp

butter

for searing

1 cup

walnuts

roasted and crushed, for garnish

2 ounce

fresh cranberries

2 tbsp

sugar

1 dash

port wine

to taste

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat the oven to 220 degrees F.

Step 2
~6 min

Heat the sunflower oil in a roasting pan.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 3
~6 min

Season the venison with salt and pepper.

Step 4
~6 min

Sear the venison until it's nicely colored and caramelized.

Step 5
~6 min

Roast the venison until an instant read thermometer inserted into the center reads 145 degrees F for medium rare.

Step 6
~6 min

Transfer the venison to a board and let rest so the juices can settle.

Step 7
~6 min

Spoon off the fat from the pan drippings.

Step 8
~6 min

Add the bay leaf, rosemary, juniper berries, and butter to the pan drippings.

Step 9
~6 min

Return the meat to the pan and begin spooning the butter and meat juices over the meat to bring to medium.

Step 10
~6 min

To make the sauce, cook the shallots in a small amount of oil until they're softened but haven't taken on any color.

Step 11
~6 min

Deglaze the pan with the Calvados and cognac.

Step 12
~6 min

Add the venison glace and double cream and cook to reduce somewhat.

Step 13
~6 min

Add juniper berries to the sauce.

Step 14
~6 min

Finish the sauce with cassis and vinegar to taste.

Step 15
~6 min

Strain the sauce through a fine sieve.

Step 16
~6 min

To make the cabbage, heat the sugar on medium heat until it caramelizes in a saucepan.

Step 17
~6 min

Add red wine and port to the caramelized sugar and stir to dissolve into the caramel.

Step 18
~6 min

Add the peppercorns, cloves, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, ground cinnamon, salt, orange juice and zest to the cabbage mixture.

Step 19
~6 min

Put the cabbage in a bowl, pour the marinade on top, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.

Step 20
~6 min

To make the potato noodles, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 21
~6 min

Put the potatoes on a bed of rock salt and roast until soft.

Step 22
~6 min

Peel the potatoes, break them open, and let the moisture steam out.

Step 23
~6 min

Pass the potatoes through a potato ricer.

Step 24
~6 min

Mix in the cornstarch and egg yolk to make a dough.

Step 25
~6 min

Form the dough into little noodles by rolling it between the palms of your hands.

Step 26
~6 min

Blanch the noodles in boiling salted water until done.

Step 27
~6 min

Drain the noodles.

Step 28
~6 min

Sear the potato noodles in a hot skillet with a little butter until they're golden brown.

Step 29
~6 min

Sprinkle the potato noodles with walnuts.

Step 30
~6 min

To make the cranberries, toss the cranberries with the sugar and a dash of port wine to taste in a large bowl.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the venison for enhanced flavor.

Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.

Adjust seasoning to taste.

Sear the venison loin well to develop a rich crust.

Allow venison to rest for at least 10 minutes after cooking to retain juices.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

30 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The red cabbage can be made 24 hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of roasted root vegetables.

Accompany with a crusty bread for soaking up the sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Root Vegetables
Crusty Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Celebratory dish often served during holidays and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Holiday Dinner
Special Occasion
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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