Fallow deer meat is an exquisite and nutritious choice, characterized by its mild, delicate taste. It is perfect for a variety of dishes and is an asset to any kitchen. We present you with some simple and tasty recipes to enjoy the versatility and delicate flavor of fallow deer. Have fun cooking and enjoying!

Fallow deer steaks with rosemary potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 fallow deer steaks (approx. 150 g each)
• Salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp oil
• 500 g small potatoes
• 2 sprigs of rosemary
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 tbsp butter

Preparation:

1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and cut in half.
2. Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
3. Place the potatoes in a baking dish with 1 tbsp oil, salt, pepper and rosemary. Crush the garlic cloves and add.
4. Bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
5. Season the fallow deer steaks with salt and pepper.
6. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a pan and fry the steaks for 3-4 minutes on each side.
7. Remove the steaks from the pan and leave to rest briefly.
8. Add the butter to the pan and melt, then briefly toss the steaks in it.
9. Serve the steaks with the rosemary potatoes.

Fallow deer goulash

Ingredients:

• 800 g fallow deer goulash
• salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp oil
• 2 onions, roughly chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 celery stick, sliced
• 2 tbsp tomato purée
• 200 ml red wine
• 500 ml game stock
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 juniper berries, lightly crushed

Preparation:

1. Season the fallow deer goulash with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the oil in a large pan and sear the meat in batches. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté the onions, garlic, carrots and celery in the frying fat.
4. Add the tomato purée and fry briefly.
5. Deglaze with red wine and reduce a little.
6. Add the game stock, bay leaves and juniper berries.
7. Return the meat to the pan, cover and simmer over a low heat for about 1.5 hours until the meat is tender.
8. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

Fallow deer fillet with red wine sauce

Ingredients:

• 600 g fallow deer fillet
• Salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 200 ml red wine
• 200 ml game stock
• 2 tbsp cranberry compote
• 1 tsp butter

Preparation:

1. Season the fallow deer fillet with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the oil in a pan and sear the fillet on all sides. Continue to fry over a medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. Then wrap in aluminum foil and leave to rest.
3. Sauté the chopped shallot in the frying fat until translucent.
4. Deglaze with red wine and reduce slightly.
5. Add the game stock and reduce by about half.
6. Stir in the cranberry compote and season the sauce with salt and pepper.
7. Finally, stir in the butter.
8. Slice the fallow deer fillet and serve with the red wine sauce.

These recipes offer a simple and delicious way to prepare fallow deer. Enjoy your meal!