Kangaroo Steaks with Marinated Mandarins
Elevate your dinner table with this exotic yet approachable recipe for Kangaroo Steaks with Marinated Mandarins—a dish that masterfully balances the gamey richness of kangaroo meat with the bright, citrusy sweetness of mandarins. Tender kangaroo steaks are seasoned and seared to perfection, then paired with a luxurious sauce featuring honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of ground ginger. The Mandarin segments, marinated to absorb all the tangy and umami-packed flavors, are gently warmed for a stunning finishing touch. This quick-cooking recipe (ready in just 35 minutes!) is perfect for adventurous home cooks looking to indulge in something unique. Serve with a simple side salad or roasted veggies for a meal that dazzles both the palate and the eye. Keywords: kangaroo steak recipe, marinated mandarins, exotic dinner recipe, easy game meat recipes, sweet and savory sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces kangaroo steaks
- 6 whole mandarins
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Peel the mandarins and separate the segments. Remove as much white pith as possible, then place the segments into a bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and ground ginger. Pour this mixture over the mandarin segments and allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
While the mandarins marinate, prepare the kangaroo steaks. Pat them dry with a paper towel and season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and butter to the skillet.
Once the butter has melted and begins to bubble, add the kangaroo steaks to the skillet. Cook for 2-4 minutes per side, depending on your preferred level of doneness (kangaroo meat is best served medium-rare).
Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a plate, loosely covered with aluminum foil.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium, then add the minced garlic and fresh thyme. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the marinated mandarins and their liquid to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and the mandarins are warmed through.
Serve the kangaroo steaks on individual plates or a platter. Spoon the marinated mandarins and sauce over the steaks.
Garnish with additional fresh thyme if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.2 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1044 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1003 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
