Easy Venison Steak in a Cast Iron Skillet

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This easy venison steak recipe is perfect for those looking to enjoy a delicious and flavorful meal. Cooked in a cast iron skillet, the steak develops a beautiful crust while remaining tender and juicy on the inside. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, this recipe is a quick and satisfying option for any occasion.

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Easy venison steak in a cast iron skillet recipe details

Easy venison steak in a cast iron skillet recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
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A nice deer steak doesn’t need too much fancy seasoning. This simple red wine marinade will do. Inspired by BigStupidFingers’ “Flat Iron Steak in a Red Wine Reduction with Peppercorns.”
Ready in: 1 hour 25 mins

Ingredients

Makes: 1 steak

• 1 cup red wine
• 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
• Pinch white sugar
• Pinch salt
• 1 (1 1/4-inch thick) venison steak (or more), at room temperature

Preparation method

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 10 mins | Extra time: 1 hour, marinating

1. Stir red wine, peppercorns, sugar, and salt together and heat for about 5 minutes in saucepan over medium heat. Allow to cool slightly, then pour into large resealable plastic bag, Add steak, seal the bag, turn to coat, and refrigerate for 1 hour to marinate.
2. Set a cast-iron skillet in the oven and preheat oven to 500 degrees F.
3. Remove cast-iron skillet from oven and set over high heat on the stove. Lift steak out of marinade and lay down in the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side to brown.
4. Place skillet with steak back into the oven. Bake for about 6 minutes, until steak reaches an internal temperature of 135 to 140 degrees F (for medium-rare).
5. Remove skillet from oven and transfer steak onto a plate. Let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to reabsorb into the steak. Serve.Note

Recipe makes 1 cup of marinade, enough for 2 pounds of steak.