Description
Jamie Oliver’s venison burgers offer a wild twist on classic grilling favorites. Rich game meat meets zesty herbs and smoky spices, creating a memorable outdoor feast that brings wilderness flavor directly to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground venison
- 6 hamburger buns
Aromatic and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 shallots, minced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 large egg, beaten to mix
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm a skillet over medium heat, drizzle with olive oil. Sauté finely chopped shallots and minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Combine ground venison with the caramelized shallots and garlic. Incorporate Worcestershire sauce, freshly chopped parsley, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Fold in a lightly beaten large egg until the mixture is uniformly blended. Chill the meat mixture in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and enhance texture.
- Divide the chilled venison mixture into 6 equal portions. Gently form each portion into a compact patty, approximately 4 inches (10 centimeters) in diameter, ensuring even thickness to promote consistent cooking.
- Select your preferred cooking method: bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 10-12 minutes, grill over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side, or pan-sear in a skillet on medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- After cooking, transfer venison burgers to a clean plate. Allow them to rest for 3-4 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute. Serve on toasted artisan hamburger buns accompanied by preferred condiments and garnishes.
Notes
- Frozen patties demand extra cooking time, requiring careful temperature monitoring to ensure food safety.
- Thermometer becomes your best friend when checking internal meat temperature for perfectly cooked burgers.
- Preheated oven set at 375°F provides consistent heat distribution for even cooking from frozen state.
- Extended baking duration of 30-35 minutes guarantees thorough cooking without drying out the meat.
- Recommended internal temperature of 160°F eliminates potential harmful bacteria and ensures delicious, safe meal.
- Let burgers rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute and maintain optimal texture.
- Avoid cutting into burgers immediately to prevent moisture loss and preserve delectable flavor profile.
- Aluminum foil can be used to cover patties during last few minutes of cooking to prevent excessive browning.
- Consider using a meat thermometer inserted into thickest part of burger for most accurate temperature reading.
- Frozen patties might release more moisture during cooking, so use a baking sheet with raised edges to catch drippings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing, Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg