Game and Roasted Vegetables

Pairing: Game and Roasted Vegetables

Game meats like venison, wild boar, and duck are known for their rich, earthy flavors, often enhanced by slow cooking and roasted vegetables such as root vegetables or mushrooms. The gamey quality of these meats pairs beautifully with robust red wines, while the caramelized, earthy notes of roasted vegetables create a perfect complement. The deep flavors of the vegetables bring balance to the intensity of game, creating a hearty, flavorful dish that pairs excellently with earthy, medium-to-full-bodied wines.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • Game meat (venison, duck, or boar, 1-2 lbs): Adds rich, earthy flavors that pair well with robust wines.
  • Root vegetables (carrots, potatoes, beets, 2 cups each): Provide sweetness and earthy tones when roasted.
  • Olive oil (2-3 tablespoons): Used to coat vegetables and meat, enhancing caramelization.
  • Garlic (4 cloves, minced): Adds aromatic depth.
  • Rosemary and thyme (fresh, a handful): Essential herbs for flavoring game meats and roasted vegetables

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Toss the root vegetables in olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  2. Prepare the meat: Season the game meat with salt, pepper, and herbs. In a hot pan, sear the meat on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side, then transfer to the oven to roast with the vegetables for another 15-20 minutes (depending on the type of game).
  3. Serve: Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve alongside the roasted vegetables and drizzle with any pan juices.

Serve With

Mourvedre, Syrah/Shiraz

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