Peppercorn and Herb-Crusted Venison with Homemade Tomato Chutney and Buttered Kale

Pan-seared venison topped with a herb crust, served alongside a quick simmered tomato chutney and wilted buttered kale.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 952.4 kcals 952.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 53.5 grams 53.5 grams
Fat 62.1 grams 62.1 grams
Protein 45.8 grams 45.8 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
1 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
25
g
Butter
part reserved for crust
25
g
Butter
for kale
GrainsCereals
55
g
Meat
NutsSeeds
1
1
Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
freshly ground
2
cloves
Garlic
peeled and crushed
4
sprigs
Thyme
leaves only, used in two parts
1
handful
Parsley
fresh, chopped
1
tsp
OilsFats
1
dash
Vegetables
150
g
Cherry Tomatoes
quartered
1
handful
Kale
fresh, chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Tie the venison with kitchen string, rub with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Sear the venison in a hot frying pan until browned on all sides.
  • Add a knob of butter, garlic, and half the thyme and fry gently for ten minutes.
  • Rest the meat for five minutes, remove the string, and cut the fillet in half.
  • Blend breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, crushed peppercorns, remaining thyme, and butter until combined.
  • Spread the crust onto the venison halves and bake on a tray for 2 to 3 minutes until golden.
  • Simmer chutney ingredients in a pan for five minutes until tomatoes soften.
  • Beat the chutney with a wooden spoon until smooth.
  • Wilt the kale in a saucepan with butter, seasoning, and a splash of boiling water.
  • Serve the venison on the chutney with a side of kale.