Making weeknight dinners isn't everyone's favorite task, but when the recipe is as simple and delicious as this honey balsamic venison dish, it becomes a little more bearable.
The longest task at hand will be cubing your venison. Be careful not to overcook this lean meat, which tastes best medium-rare. The final step has you tossing the steak bites in a tangy homemade glaze: The honey adds a sweetness to the meat, which is balanced by the Dijon mustard and balsamic.
Finish off with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or scallions, depending on your preference. Serve with some rice for a warm, hearty meal or on a platter with toothpicks for a tasty appetizer. Here's how to make it.
Honey Balsamic Venison Steak Bites
Ingredients
- 1 - 1.5 pounds venison steak
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cooking olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
Recipe Directions
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Cut the venison steak into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry using paper towels, then season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
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In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey and balsamic vinegar to create the honey-balsamic sauce.
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Add olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the venison to the hot skillet and let sit undisturbed for 1 minute to develop a good sear. You may need to sear the venison in batches so there's enough room in the pan for flipping.
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Flip the venison and let it sear for 30 seconds to 1 minute per each side.
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During the last sear, add in the honey-balsamic sauce after you've flipped. Mix constantly for 30 seconds to 1 minute; the venison should be medium-rare.
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After plating, drizzle with the honey-balsamic sauce from the pan.
