Description
Discover how to make succulent Bacon-Wrapped Venison Medallions with this easy recipe. Impress your guests with this flavorful dish!
Ingredients
- Venison medallions, 1 pound (454 g) (450 grams)
- Beef bacon, 8 strips
- Olive oil, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) (30 milliliters)
- Fresh rosemary, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chopped (3 grams)
- Garlic powder, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (2 grams)
- Salt, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams)
- Black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) (1 gram)
- Toothpicks, as needed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the venison medallions dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over the venison medallions.
- Wrap each venison medallion with a strip of beef bacon.
- Secure the bacon with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the bacon-wrapped venison to the skillet.
- Sear each side for about 2 minutes until browned.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh rosemary over the medallions.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Roast for 10-12 minutes until desired doneness is reached.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Carefully remove toothpicks before serving.
Notes
- Marinate venison in spice mixture and olive oil for 30 minutes before wrapping with bacon for enhanced flavor.
- Ensure venison reaches room temperature before cooking to ensure even doneness.
- Experiment with herbs like thyme or sage to create a unique taste profile.
