Marinade for Wild Game
Elevate the flavor of your favorite wild game dishes with this rich and aromatic marinade that's specially crafted to enhance the natural taste of venison, elk, duck, and more. Packed with bold ingredients like soy sauce, red wine vinegar, garlic, and a touch of brown sugar, this marinade strikes the perfect balance between savory and slightly sweet. Fresh rosemary and thyme bring earthy herbal notes, while lemon juice lends a bright acidity that tenderizes the meat beautifully. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile marinade infuses your wild game with complex layers of flavor, ensuring every bite is succulent and unforgettable. Ideal for grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, it’s the secret weapon for tender, juicy, and flavorful wild game that will impress at any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.33 cup olive oil
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.33 cup water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, and red wine vinegar.
Add the brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce, whisking until the sugar fully dissolves.
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, black pepper, paprika, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Add the lemon juice and water, whisking until the marinade is smooth and ingredients are evenly distributed.
Place your wild game meat (such as venison, elk, or duck) in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow glass container.
Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is fully submerged and coated evenly.
Seal the bag or cover the container with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Allow the meat to marinate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to maximize flavor and tenderness.
Before cooking, remove the meat from the marinade and let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes. Discard the marinade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
829 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.6 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4887 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 576 mg | 12% | |
*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.
