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Slow Cooker Deer Steaks

Try this Southern homestead classic: tender Slow Cooker Deer Steaks cooked in red wine and herbs, served with a rich, homemade gravy. A true Southern comfort meal!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Dinner Recipes, Food Recipes, Main Course, One Pot, One Pot Dishes, Slow Cooker, Summer Recipes
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker or crockpot

Ingredients
  

  • 4 to 6 venison (deer) steaks (sized according to your preference)
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup red cooking wine
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp dried herbs of choice (rosemary, thyme, or oregano work well)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Crockpot:In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Sear the deer steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. This step locks in the juices and flavors before slow cooking.
  • Load the Crockpot:Place the seared venison steaks in your crockpot. Add the thinly sliced onions, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, and dried herbs over the top. Pour in the Worcestershire sauce and red cooking wine.
  • Slow Cook:Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the steaks are tender and easy to pull apart with a fork.
  • Prepare the Gravy:Once the venison is cooked, carefully remove the steaks from the crockpot and set them aside. Strain the juices from the crockpot into a bowl to use for the gravy. In a medium saucepan, create a roux by melting 2 tbsp of butter and stirring in 2 tbsp of flour. Slowly whisk in the crockpot juices, a little at a time, until smooth and thickened to your desired consistency. If you need more liquid, add beef broth to adjust the gravy.
  • Serve:Pour the savory gravy over the venison steaks and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite Southern sides like collard greens or cornbread.
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