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Medium rare venison steak, sliced on a cutting board with a cast iron skillet.

How to Cook Venison Steak

Nate Ascher
The most amazing venison steak recipe with a simple and delicious marinade.
4.54 from 65 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Steak

  • 4 deer steaks
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce substitute coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
  • 1/4 tsp rubbed sage

Topping

  • 3 baby Bella mushrooms sliced
  • 1/4 of a yellow onion sliced
  • 1 tbsp of green onions sliced
  • 1/2 jalapeno diced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp each pepper paprika, garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the steaks in soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and sage in a ziplock bag for 1-8 hours.
  • Add oil to cast iron skillet set over medium-high heat.
  • When oil starts to smoke, add steaks.
  • Flip steaks every minute. Note, reduce heat to medium after the first flip.
  • After 4-6 minutes, check the internal temperature with an instant thermometer. When the desired temp has been reached, remove from heat and let the meat rest for 5 minutes.
  • Saute veggies with oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add in red wine vinegar with the seasonings, occasionally stirring until onions are soft and translucent.
  • Top the steaks and serve immediately.

Notes

According to the UMN, venison steaks should be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 145°F (medium-rare)
The meat will continue to cook even after being removed from the heat.
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