Minced Game and Ale Hotpot
This hearty Minced Game and Ale Hotpot is a nod to rustic British fare, bringing together robust flavors of wild game and rich ale in a warming stew. Ideal for cool evenings, this dish combines tender meat with a depth of flavor that is both comforting and sophisticated.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil - Preferably extra virgin- 1 pound minced game meat - such as venison, rabbit, or hare
1 cup yellow onion - finely chopped
2 cloves garlic - minced- 1 cup baby carrots - sliced into rounds
3 tablespoons all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK)- 2 cups ale - dark ale or stout preferred
2 cups beef stock (beef broth or beef bouillon) - low sodium, if possible
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon rosemary - fresh, finely chopped
2 cups potatoes - halved
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the minced game meat, cooking until browned and slightly caramelized, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the meat and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is aromatic, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the baby carrots and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat, cooking for 1-2 minutes to slightly brown the flour.
- Gradually pour in the ale, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer, allowing the ale to reduce slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Return the game meat to the pot, along with the beef stock, tomato paste, and rosemary. Stir well and add the baby potatoes. Cover the pot, reducing the heat to low, and let it simmer gently for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Consider adding a splash of red wine vinegar at the end to brighten the flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 759kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 22gFat: 68gSaturated Fat: 40gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 227mgSodium: 726mgPotassium: 742mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4876IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 4mg
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