How to Make Peppered Elk Skillet - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something incredibly satisfying about cooking a hearty, flavorful meal in a skillet. The sizzle of meat, the aroma of herbs and spices, and the anticipation of a delicious dinner all combine to make skillet cooking a truly rewarding experience. And when it comes to game meats, there's nothing quite like the rich, savory flavor of elk. If you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare elk, look no further than this Peppered Elk Skillet recipe.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound elk steak, cut into thin strips
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 green bell peppers, cut into strips
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
  • 1 (15 ounce) can baby corn, drained
  • 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¼ cup water

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the elk strips and garlic; cook and stir until the elk has browned, about 4 minutes. Once done, season to taste with salt and pepper, and remove elk from skillet.
  • Pour the remaining tablespoon of oil into the skillet, and stir in bell pepper and onion. Cook and stir until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes, then add the beef broth, soy sauce, tomatoes, mushrooms, and corn. Bring to a boil. Dissolve cornstarch in water, and stir into boiling vegetables; stir until thickened, about 30 seconds. Stir in the browned elk until heated through, then serve.
  • Nutrition

    258 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 669mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 59mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 725mg