Description
This Marinated Venison Steak with Garlic Herb Butter is a flavor-packed dish perfect for dinner. With a simple marinade and a rich, mouthwatering garlic herb butter, it’s an irresistible choice for meat lovers seeking a quick and delightful homemade meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound venison steaks
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
- 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- ½ tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3–4 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- lemon wedges, for serving
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- pinch of salt
- pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl or shallow dish, whisk together all the marinade ingredients.
- Add the venison steaks and turn to coat all sides. Cover and refrigerate for 4-12 hours, but no longer than 24 hours.
- About 30 minutes before cooking, remove the steaks from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Transfer to a clean plate and let the steaks come to room temperature.
- In a small bowl, mix together all the garlic herb butter ingredients until combined and set aside.
- Heat a cast iron skillet or grill over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. If grilling, grease the grates.
- Once hot, cook the steaks for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare. If the exterior begins to char too quickly, reduce the heat. Note: Total cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the steaks. Keep in mind, the internal temperature of the steaks will continue to rise about 5°F while the steaks rest.
- Transfer the steaks to a clean plate and top with a spoonful of garlic herb butter. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve with fresh lemon wedges and remaining garlic herb butter.
Notes
Marinate the venison steaks for at least 4 hours for the best flavor.
Let the cooked steaks rest before slicing to retain their juices.
Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of your venison steaks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
