Indulge in this decadent Elk Stew Bourguignon, a hearty and flavorful stew perfect for a cozy night in! This recipe, adapted from an Elk farmer near Ottawa, uses tender elk meat (though beef or venison are excellent substitutes) to create a rich and delicious stew. Juniper berries add a unique depth of flavor—a must-try! This stew improves with time, tasting even better the next day or reheated from frozen. Low in calories, fat, and cholesterol, but high in protein, it's a guilt-free indulgence. The secret? Perfectly browned meat and the addition of crispy bacon (pre-cooked and frozen for convenience). Prepare to be amazed!
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How to Make Elk Stew Bourguignon
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, brown 1.5 lbs of elk (or beef/venison) stew meat in batches over medium-high heat. Remove meat and set aside.
Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the pot and sauté 1 large diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute more.
Stir in 1 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
Sprinkle 1 tbsp flour over the vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in 2 cups beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Return the meat to the pot. Add 1 cup red wine (Burgundy recommended), 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 6 juniper berries, and 1 bay leaf.
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 2 hours, or until the elk is very tender. Stir occasionally.
After 2 hours, remove and discard the juniper berries and bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
In the last 15 minutes of cooking time, stir in 4 oz of pre-cooked bacon (diced).
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley (optional).
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
22 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
5g
Carbs
10g
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How long does it take to make Elk Stew Bourguignon?
Elk Stew Bourguignon takes about 195 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 165 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Elk Stew Bourguignon?
Elk Stew Bourguignon has approximately 210.2 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Elk Stew Bourguignon?
The key ingredients for Elk Stew Bourguignon are Elk Meat, All Purpose Flour, Salt, Pepper, Bacon, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.
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