Recipe Idea: Venison Stew With Cranberries

Game Goulash With Lingonberries is a festive and delicious dish that is particularly delightful during the cold season. The harmonious combination of tender game meat and the fruity-tangy note of lingonberries creates a harmonious interplay that flatters every palate. Indulge in the diverse aromas and conjure up a delicious dish on the table!

Ingredients:

• 1 kg Game Goulash (e.g., deer, venison, or wild boar)
• Salt and Pepper
• 2 tbsp Oil (e.g., rapeseed or sunflower oil)
• 2 Onions
• 2 Cloves of Garlic
• 150 ml Red Wine
• 500 ml Game Stock or Broth
• 2 Bay Leaves
• 3 Juniper Berries
• 3 Sprigs of Fresh Thyme
• 250 g Fresh Lingonberries
• 3 tbsp Sugar or Honey
• 200 ml Cream
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch

Preparation:

1. Wash the game goulash, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
2. In a large roasting pot, heat the oil and sear the goulash. Then remove from the pot and set aside.
3. Peel and finely chop the onions and garlic.
4. Sauté the onions and garlic in the roasting pot until translucent.
5. Return the seared goulash to the pot and deglaze with red wine. Let the wine reduce slightly.
6. Add game stock or broth, bay leaves, juniper berries, and thyme, and let the goulash simmer over low heat for about 1.5 hours.
7. Meanwhile, wash the fresh lingonberries and simmer in a pot with sugar or honey over medium heat for about 10 minutes until the berries are soft and the mixture thickens slightly.
8. At the end of the simmering time, add the lingonberries and cream to the goulash. Dissolve the cornstarch in some cold water and use it to thicken the goulash. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.

Additional Tips And Ideas:

• Try different types of game to experience varying flavor nuances.
• For an even fruitier note, you can add 1 tbsp of orange marmalade to the sauce.
• Use 4 tbsp of lingonberry jam if fresh lingonberries are not available (skip the seventh recipe step then).
• The game goulash can also be prepared the day before to intensify the flavors even more.
• Serve the goulash with a side of steamed chestnuts to emphasize the autumnal character of the dish.

What It Tastes Like With:

Game goulash with lingonberries goes perfectly with dumplings, mashed potatoes, or a savory celery puree. As a vegetable side dish, you can serve steamed red cabbage or Brussels sprouts. A fresh, crusty farmhouse bread is also ideal for soaking up the delicious sauce. As a beverage, a full-bodied red wine that complements the hearty flavors of the dish is recommended. Alternatively, a strong dark beer can also go very well with game goulash.

For dessert, fruity sweets that provide a pleasant contrast to the savory flavors of the main course are a good choice. Examples include warm red fruit pudding, apple strudel, or pear compote.