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Hjortekjøtt (venison)

Roast or escalope of venison seared and simmered in a creamy sauce flavoured with juniper berries. Lean meat with a strong flavour, traditionally served with lingonberries to balance its taste.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Cut the meat into thick slices about 2 cm thick and season them with salt, pepper and thyme.
  2. Heat the oil in a casserole over high heat and sear the meat for 2 minutes on each side, then set aside.
  3. Lower the heat, add the sliced onion and cook for 4 minutes until soft.
  4. Add the crushed juniper berries and the flour, stir for 1 minute, then gradually pour in the stock.
  5. Return the meat to the sauce, cover and simmer gently for 25 minutes.
  6. Add the cream and lingonberry jam, then reduce for another 5 minutes, stirring.
  7. Serve the meat coated in sauce, with the oven-baked potatoes and fresh lingonberries.

Variations and tips

Roasted version. Roast a whole fillet for 15 minutes at 200 °C, then let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with the sauce.

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