- What does antelope taste like?
- Like venison but finer. Sweet, earthy, mild game flavor.
- Can I use water instead of broth?
- No, use a bouillon cube if you must. Water is too bland.
Pan-Seared Antelope Medallions with Red Wine Sauce
Antelope is lean and sporty, meaning almost no fat marbling. Overcooking is a crime! The medallion cut allows for a quick sear—crispy crust, buttery soft interior. The acidity of the red wine sauce replenishes the fat missing from the meat.
Ingredients
4
medallions
Antelope (or Venison Loin, 4-6 oz each)
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
2
tbsp
Cold Butter
2
cloves
Garlic
1
sprig
Fresh Thyme
1
tsp
Salt
1/2
tsp
Black Pepper
1/2
cup
Dry Red Wine
2/3
cup
Beef Broth
1/4
cup
Heavy Cream
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Equipment Needed
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Whisk
- Meat Thermometer
Allergen Information
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Temper meat for 20 mins. Salt and pepper just before cooking.
Tip: Early salting draws out moisture, causing steaming.
2
✓
Heat oil until smoking. Sear meat 2-3 mins per side (medium-rare). Don't move it! Remove and rest.
Tip: Contact creates crust.
3
✓
Reduce heat. Add half butter, garlic, thyme. Fry 30 secs.
Tip: Fat carries aromatics.
4
✓
Deglaze with wine. Scrape up brown bits. Reduce by half.
Tip: Brown bits = flavor.
5
✓
Add broth, reduce again. Stir in cream and cold butter off heat.
Tip: Mounting with butter adds shine.
6
✓
Warm meat in sauce 1 min. Serve.
Tip: Add resting juices to sauce.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 4 medallions Antelope (or Venison Loin, 4-6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Cold Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 sprig Fresh Thyme
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 cup Dry Red Wine
- 2/3 cup Beef Broth
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream