This is incredibly easy and quick, making it the perfect recipe for a dinner party for 4 when you are short of time, but still want to wow your guests with something delicious and sophisticated!
Serves 4
Ingredients
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15g butter
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1tbsp olive oil
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4 venison steaks, each weighing about 115g
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4 tbsps sloe gin
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6 juniper berries, bruised
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2 generous pinches of ground allspice
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120ml stock ( venison if possible )
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4 – 6 tbsps double cream
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Salt and pepper
Method
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Heat the butter and olive oil together in a heavy frying pan. Add the steaks and cook quickly for 3 – 4 minutes on each side, depending on their thickness. Venison is best on the rare side; don’t over cook it or the meat will be tough.
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Remove to a plate and keep warm.
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Add the sloe gin to the pan and allow to bubble, then add the crushed juniper berries, allspice and the stock. Cook rapidly until only 3 or 4 tablespoons of liquid remain in the pan. Stir in the cream, adjust the seasoning and spoon over the steaks.
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Delicious served with either creamy mashed potatoes or buttery crushed new potatoes and French beans.
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