Bluebonnet Venison Farms

San Antonio, Texas

Specialty Recipe

Venison Preparation Tips

In addition to superb taste and convenient availability, meat from Bluebonnet Venison Farms provides almost endless possibilities for the chef. It can be used in practically any recipe that calls for beef, pork, or lamb, and it is especially tasty in those recipes that feature Southwest herbs and spices. Choice, tender cuts such as steaks are best broiled, grilled, or sauteed to leave the interior rare to medium-rare. Care should be taken not to cook these cuts much past medium-rare, because even though farm-raised venison is naturally tender, overcooking will cause it to dry out and toughen. If you prefer moist, juicy steaks without pink centers, simply grill to medium rare, then place in a warm over for 5 to 15 minutes, depending on thickness. Less tender cuts such as roasts should be slowly stewed or braised in ample liquid to melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.

Replace the meat with venison in your favorite recipe soon and discover a delicious, healthful difference!

Whether you choose our delicately cured and aged venison products or our fresh-frozen venison cuts, one fact is constant: you're assured of the highest quality year 'round from Bluebonnet Venison Farms.

Venison Tips

Venison is a very lean meat, so follow these tips for success:

1. Defrost thoroughly in original wrap before cooking.
2. Keep raw meat refrigerated and covered. Once original package has been opened, do not use plastic wrap to cover for it can make the meat sweat.
3. Slice meat across the grain, not with it.
4. Allow 4-5 ounces of meat per main course serving. Since venison is so lean, you will be surprised how far a small amount will go in satisfying your appetite.
5. Pan-fried venison can be prepared quickly in a few drops of olive oil and cooked over a very high heat. Just a few minutes on each side. Always cook venison rare or medium-rare. Well done can be tough and dry.
6. Venison can be chicken fried for delicious results.
7. Have a favorite beef recipe? Use Bluebonnet Venison in it for tasty and healthful results. Our deer graze on natural grasses and thus have a mild-flavored, inviting meat. It can be used wherever you would use beef. Just remember, do not overcook venison because of its leanness.

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