There’s something special about a recipe that connects good food with great memories in the field. Whether you’ve spent the morning glassing the hill country or waiting quietly in a blind before sunrise, few things reward the hunt quite like bringing your harvest to the table.
This Big Game Steak recipe has been a long-time favorite among Texas hunters and ranch families alike. It’s hearty, easy to prepare, and packed with slow-baked flavor that tenderizes even the leanest wild game. Perfect for deer, elk, antelope, or moose, this dish turns any cut of wild game into a savory home-cooked meal worth sharing.
Big Game Steak Recipe
Ingredients:
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2 to 3 pounds deer, antelope, elk, or moose round steak (1 inch thick). You can also use backstrap for this recipe.
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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2 tsp. salt
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¼ tsp. pepper
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1 to 2 tbsp. butter or margarine
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2 to 3 tbsp. olive oil
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3 tbsp. finely chopped onion
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1 tsp. packed brown sugar per steak
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1 tsp. ketchup per steak
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Dried basil leaves
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¼ cup venison stock (or beef broth)
Directions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Pound steaks to ½-inch thickness with a meat mallet.
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On a sheet of wax paper, mix flour, salt, and pepper. Coat each steak thoroughly in the mixture.
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In a large skillet, melt butter and 2 tbsp. of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add steaks and brown on both sides, working in batches if needed.
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Arrange steaks in a baking dish and top each one with chopped onion, brown sugar, ketchup, and a light sprinkle of basil. Dot with butter.
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Add venison stock (or beef broth) to the skillet drippings, stirring over medium heat for about a minute to loosen browned bits. Pour this flavorful mixture over the steaks.
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Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and, if the meat appears dry, add a bit more stock or water. Continue baking for another 15 minutes.
The result? A fork-tender, flavorful dish that perfectly highlights the natural taste of wild game—ideal for family dinners or post-hunt gatherings.
Serving Suggestions
Pair your Big Game Steak with mashed potatoes, skillet green beans, or homemade rolls to soak up the rich pan gravy. A bold Texas red wine or a frosty local brew complements the meal beautifully.
From the Field to the Table
At Capitol Ranch Real Estate, we celebrate the ranch lifestyle—from managing the land to sharing meals made possible by it. This recipe is more than just comfort food—it’s a reminder of the Texas outdoors, stewardship, and the value of living close to the land.
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