Description
Juicy ostrich steak from Jamie Oliver brings elegant African-inspired flavors to your dinner table. Mediterranean herbs and spices elevate this lean, protein-packed dish with sophisticated culinary flair you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 Ostrich Steaks, 150-200 grams (5.3–7.1 ounces) each
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) Mushrooms, your choice
- 200 milliliters (6.8 fluid ounces) Good Quality Red Wine
- 100 milliliters (3.4 fluid ounces) Beef Stock
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 Medium White Onion, grated
- 2 Garlic Cloves, grated
- 1 Sprig of Thyme
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoons Double Cream
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet over medium heat, melting 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of butter until it shimmers and coats the cooking surface.
- Carefully place the ostrich steaks into the heated pan, cooking each side for approximately 2 minutes until a delicate golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F).
- Transfer the steaks to a separate plate, allowing them to rest and redistribute their succulent juices while maintaining their warmth.
- Return the skillet to the heat, adding an additional tablespoon (15 milliliters) of butter to create a rich cooking base.
- Sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic until they become translucent and release their aromatic essence, turning a soft golden hue.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring in the wine, beef stock, and fresh thyme, creating a fragrant liquid that will develop into a luscious sauce.
- Simmer the mixture, reducing the volume by half and allowing the flavors to concentrate and develop a glossy, refined texture.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms to the sauce, cooking them briefly to enhance their earthy flavor and tender consistency.
- Gently stir in heavy cream, blending the ingredients until a smooth, velvety sauce emerges.
- Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste and personal preference.
- Remove the skillet from heat and generously ladle the luxurious sauce over the rested ostrich steaks.
- Serve immediately, presenting a harmonious blend of perfectly cooked meat and rich, aromatic sauce.
Notes
- Discover the extraordinary world of ostrich meat, a super-lean protein packed with incredible health benefits.
- Master the art of cooking this exotic delicacy by understanding its unique low-fat composition and delicate cooking requirements.
- Achieve culinary perfection by selecting premium-quality steaks from specialized meat markets or trusted butchers.
- Use a precise meat thermometer to nail the ideal medium-rare temperature, preventing the lean meat from becoming tough.
- Create a luxurious dining experience by pairing the steak with a robust red wine reduction and earthy wild mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: uk
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg