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Southern Style Venison Steaks with Peppered Gravy

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  • Author: chloe
  • Prep Time: 60 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A comforting Southern dish featuring tender venison steaks marinated in buttermilk and served with a creamy peppered gravy.


Ingredients

  • 4 pieces venison steaks
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Oil for frying
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste


Instructions

  1. Begin marinating the venison steaks in a bowl of buttermilk for at least one hour.
  2. Preheat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  3. Combine flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in a separate bowl.
  4. Remove the venison from the buttermilk, letting excess liquid drip off.
  5. Dredge the marinated steaks into the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
  6. Once the oil reaches the proper temperature, carefully place the coated venison steaks into the hot oil.
  7. Fry the steaks for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Remove the venison steaks from the oil and let them rest on a paper towel-lined plate.
  9. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and whisk in 2 tablespoons flour, cooking until bubbly.
  10. Gradually stir in the cup of milk, mixing until smooth and thickened, then add black pepper and salt to taste.
  11. Pour the peppered gravy over the venison steaks and serve hot.

Notes

Aim for medium-rare or medium doneness to retain juiciness. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.