Venison Mince and Juniper Sausage Roll
A delightful twist on the classic sausage roll, this recipe celebrates the robust flavors of venison mince perfectly paired with aromatic juniper berries. Inspired by rustic European cuisine, these sausage rolls offer a gourmet experience for any occasion.
Equipment
1 baking tray
1 parchment paper
1 sharp knife
1 small frying pan
1 Large mixing bowl
1 Pastry brush
1 Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound venison mince - Ensure it's fresh and lean
- 1 tablespoon juniper berries - crushed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon thyme - fresh, chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard- 1 sheet puff pastry - preferably all-butter
1 large egg - beaten, for glazing
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper - freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Heat the olive oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the crushed juniper berries and chopped thyme, stirring until the aroma is released, about 2 minutes. Let it cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the venison mince, cooled juniper-thyme mixture, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly dispersed.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a clean, lightly floured surface.
- Shape the venison mixture into a log, place it in the middle of the puff pastry, and carefully roll up, sealing the edge with a bit of the beaten egg.
- Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking tray. Brush the top with the beaten egg to encourage a golden color upon baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, let the venison mixture rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before assembling the rolls.
Nutrition
Calories: 386kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 21gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 392mgPotassium: 294mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 64IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 4mg
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