Slow Cooker Venison Shank Recipe
Venison shank is a great cut of meat that is not only incredibly flavorful, but is also very versatile. It can be cooked in a variety of different ways, from slow cooking to grilling. Slow cooking is a perfect way to cook venison shank as it helps to tenderize the meat and brings out its full flavor. This slow cooker venison shank recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Description
This slow cooker venison shank recipe is a delicious and easy way to cook a cut of meat that can be a bit tricky. The slow cooking helps to tenderize the meat and the combination of herbs and spices gives it a great flavor. This is a great dish to serve for a Sunday dinner or when you have guests.
Ingredients
For this venison shank recipe, you will need:
- 2-3 venison shanks
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt
- 1/2 cup of white wine
- 1 cup of beef broth
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
To make this venison shank recipe in the slow cooker, begin by rubbing the shanks with the olive oil and the minced garlic. Then, combine the oregano, basil, thyme, black pepper, and sea salt in a small bowl, and mix until combined. Sprinkle the mixture over the shanks and rub it in.
Next, add the white wine, beef broth, chopped onion, tomato paste, bay leaves, and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker. Place the shanks in the slow cooker and turn to low. Cook the shanks for 8-10 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
Once the shanks are cooked, remove them from the slow cooker and set aside. Strain the liquid from the slow cooker and discard the solids. Place the strained liquid in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by half.
Return the shanks to the slow cooker and pour the reduced liquid over the top. Cook on low for an additional hour, or until the shanks are heated through. Serve the shanks with the reduced liquid and your favorite sides. Enjoy!
Equipment
To make this venison shank recipe, you will need the following equipment:
- Slow cooker
- Small bowl
- Saucepan
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter to the reduced liquid before pouring it over the shanks. You can also add a tablespoon of red wine vinegar for a bit of acidity.
If you don’t have any white wine, you can substitute with chicken broth or apple cider.
Nutrition
This venison shank recipe is a great source of protein and other essential nutrients. Venison is a leaner cut of meat than beef, so it is lower in calories and saturated fat. It is also a great source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins. Each serving of this recipe provides approximately:
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 25 grams
- Fat: 8 grams
- Carbohydrates: 4 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Sugars: 1 gram
- Iron: 15% of the RDI
- Zinc: 12% of the RDI
- Vitamin B6: 13% of the RDI
- Vitamin B12: 15% of the RDI
This slow cooker venison shank recipe is a great way to enjoy a flavorful cut of meat without having to do a lot of work. The slow cooking helps to tenderize the meat and the combination of herbs and spices give it a great flavor. Serve this dish with your favorite sides for a delicious Sunday dinner or for when you have guests. Enjoy!
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