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Grilled Elk Steaks with Wild Mushroom Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 elk steaks (6-8 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mixed wild mushrooms (such as shiitake, oyster, and cremini), sliced
- 1/2 cup beef or game stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat grill to high heat.
- Brush elk steaks with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill steaks for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to desired doneness. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
- While the steaks are resting, heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add the sliced wild mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their liquid and become golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the beef or game stock and simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the heavy cream, parsley, and thyme. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season the mushroom sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the grilled elk steaks with the wild mushroom sauce spooned over the top.
- Enjoy your delicious grilled elk steaks with wild mushroom sauce!
Grilled elk steaks served with a rich and savory wild mushroom sauce have a long history in the culinary world. This dish has its roots in the rugged and wild regions of North America, where elk hunting is a time-honored tradition. Chefs in the Rocky Mountain region, particularly in Colorado and Montana, have perfected the art of grilling elk steaks to tender perfection and pairing them with a decadent wild mushroom sauce. The key to this dish lies in the quality of the elk meat, which should be lean and flavorful, and the earthy, umami-packed wild mushroom sauce. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale mountain lodges and fine dining restaurants that specialize in game meats. The key to getting this dish right is to source high-quality elk meat and to use a variety of wild mushrooms, such as morels, porcini, or chanterelles, to create a deeply flavorful sauce that complements the robust flavor of the elk. For a unique twist, some chefs also incorporate juniper berries or wild herbs to add a touch of wilderness to the dish.
35 min
4
350 calories
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