How to Make Grilled Venison Steaks - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled venison steaks are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef steaks. Venison, which is the meat of a deer, is leaner and lower in fat than beef, making it a popular choice for health-conscious meat lovers. When cooked properly, venison steaks are tender, flavorful, and can be a standout dish for any occasion.

With a mild, slightly gamey flavor, venison pairs well with a variety of herbs, spices, and marinades. Grilling is a great way to cook venison steaks, as it...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound 1/2-inch-thick venison steaks
  • 1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup olive oil, or more to taste
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 sprig fresh parsley, roughly chopped
  • 4 leaves fresh basil, roughly chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 55 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place venison steaks in cold water for 20 minutes to remove extra blood, changing the water halfway through depending on how bloody the meat is.
  • While the steaks are soaking, combine 1/2 cup olive oil, balsamic vinegar, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon, rosemary, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper in a 1-gallon zip-top bag.
  • Remove steaks from the water and pat dry. Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place in the zip-top bag, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill on high heat for 10 minutes and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove steaks from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook steaks on the preheated grill for 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 135 to 140 degrees F (57 to 60 degrees C).
  • Remove from the grill and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice into strips, drizzle with olive oil, and serve.
  • Nutrition

    416 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 96mg
    • Sodium: 203mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Potassium: 483mg