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Slices of medium-rare, seared venison roast recipe with a browned, seasoned crust arranged on a platter with fresh parsley garnish.

7 Secrets to the Perfect Venison Roast Recipe

By Nancy
Say goodbye to tough, dry venison! These 7 easy secrets will transform your Venison Roast Recipe into a juicy, flavorful masterpiece. Try them now!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, European
Servings 6
Calories 145 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 lb venison roast
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 large onion quartered
  • 2 cups red wine
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Optional Flavor Boosters
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp juniper berries
  • Carrots and celery

Instructions
 

Step 1 – Preparation Magic

  • Remove your venison from refrigeration 30 minutes before cooking. Season generously with salt and pepper – don’t be shy here.
    Raw tied venison roast seasoned generously with coarse salt and freshly cracked black pepper resting on a metal baking sheet.

Step 2 – Perfect Browning

  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Brown the meat on all sides until it turns a golden brown.
    Tied seasoned venison roast seared to a golden-brown crust in hot, sizzling oil inside a cast-iron skillet.

Step 3 – The Aromatic Base

  • Arrange the sliced onions in the roasting pan as if they were little pillows. Add the minced garlic and rosemary sprigs.
    Transfer the beautifully seared venison to the pan. Pour the wine around the meat, not over it
    Seared tied venison roast placed on a bed of sliced white onions, minced garlic, and fresh rosemary sprigs in a rectangular ceramic baking dish.

Step 4 – Temperature Precision

  • Cover the pan with aluminum foil and place it in an oven preheated to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
    Cook the meat until the internal temperature reaches 130 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare doneness. This usually takes 60 to 75 minutes
    Seared tied venison roast resting on sliced red onions, fresh rosemary, and garlic cloves in red wine marinading in a ceramic baking dish.

Step 5 – Essential Rest Period

  • Let the meat rest for 10 minutes before slicing it. this step redistributes those precious juices throughout the meat.
    Roasted tied venison roast served over soft, caramelized red onions, roasted garlic, and rosemary sprigs in a rectangular baking pan.

Notes

Nutritional Information

  • Calories: 145
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 2g
  • Iron: 25% daily value
  • B vitamins: Excellent source
Note: The nutritional values provided are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, quantities, and brands used.
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