blueberry backstrap

Vicksburg, MS
Updated on Sep 5, 2012

This is 1 of the many recipes that I have developed over my lifetime of outdoor life. Tip: Frozen blueberries may be used.

prep time
cook time
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 4 - venison loin steaks, cut 1/2 inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons juice and peel of one large fresh lemon (about 2 tbs.)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup blueberries, fresh
  • - several generous dashes ground cinnamon
  • - several dashes ground ginger
  • - salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

How To Make blueberry backstrap

  • Step 1
    Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet and cook venison loin steaks until medium-rare and browned on both sides.
  • Step 2
    Place on platter and keep warm.
  • Step 3
    De-glaze skillet with lemon juice and peel and chicken broth.
  • Step 4
    Cook over high heat to reduce liquid to about 1/2 cup.
  • Step 5
    Lower heat to medium and add 4 tablespoons butter, whisking one tablespoon in at a time.
  • Step 6
    Add blueberries, cinnamon, ginger, salt and pepper.
  • Step 7
    Pour blueberry sauce over steaks and serve immediately.

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Ingredient: Wild Game
Culture: American
Category: Wild Game
Method: Stove Top

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