Roasted Venison with Okra
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite ways to prepare venison because it comes together in just over an hour from start to finish. The okra absorbs all those wonderful pan juices and becomes incredibly tender, while the meat stays perfectly juicy. Venison is beautifully lean and packed with iron, making it such a nutritious choice for a weeknight dinner. The whole thing feels fancy enough for guests, but honestly it's so straightforward that I make it whenever I want something special without the fuss. Fresh herbs and a splash of red wine transform simple ingredients into something truly memorable.
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Ingredients
- 4venison steaks(6-8 oz each, room temperature)
- 1 poundfresh okra(trimmed and halved lengthwise)
- 5 tablespoonsolive oil
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 sprigsfresh thyme
- 2 sprigsrosemary
- 1½ teaspoonssalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- ½ teaspoonpaprika
- 2shallots(thinly sliced)
- 118 mlred wine
- 177 mlbeef broth
- 2 tablespoonsbutter
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat venison steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika, pressing the seasonings in gently.
Tip: Dry venison ensures better browning and a flavorful crust.
- 2
Toss okra pieces with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper on a separate baking sheet. Spread in a single layer and set aside.
- 3
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, carefully place venison steaks in the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Transfer to a plate.
Tip: Don't move the steaks while searing; this develops a rich, flavorful exterior.
- 4
Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the same skillet. Sauté sliced shallots for 2 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and fresh thyme and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Deglaze the skillet with red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it reduce by half, about 2 minutes.
- 6
Pour in beef broth and return the venison steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the liquid. Place both the skillet and okra baking sheet into the preheated oven.
- 7
Roast for 15-18 minutes until the venison reaches an internal temperature of 130-135°F for medium-rare and the okra is golden and crispy.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer for perfectly cooked venison; it dries out easily if overcooked.
- 8
Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer venison steaks to serving plates. Whisk butter into the pan sauce until silky, then strain out the herb sprigs.
- 9
Divide roasted okra among plates alongside venison steaks and drizzle generously with the pan sauce. Serve immediately while hot.
Tip: The pan sauce pairs beautifully with both the venison and okra.
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