Venison chops with fruit sauce

2 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Pack; (250g/350g) venison
; chops
175millilitresRed wine; (6fl oz)
1tablespoonSherry vinegar
1Bayleaf
1Sprig thyme
6Black peppercorns
1284 ml carto fresh beef stock
1tablespoonRedcurrant jelly
1tablespoonPort; (optional)
1tablespoonOlive oil
15gramsButter; ( 1/2oz)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6Pitted dried prunes
1tablespoonRaisins
1tablespoonFreshly chopped parsley

Directions

FOR THE MARINADE

FOR THE SAUCE

Place the chops in a non-metallic dish, add the marinade ingredients, cover and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

Strain the marinade into a pan to remove bayleaf, thyme and peppercorns.

Add the stock, redcurrant jelly and port, bring to the boil then reduce to a simmer until the liquid has reduced to approximately 175ml (6fl oz).

Brush chops with olive oil and grill following pack instructions.

Whisk the butter into the sauce, season and add the prunes and raisins simmer for a further 4-5 minutes.

Serve immediately sprinkled with freshly chopped parsley.

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NOTES : Venison with a traditional fruity sauce, ideal to serve with new potatoes and vegetables.NoteThis recipe requires overnight marinating.

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