This comforting Caribou Stroganoff transforms lean wild game into a luxurious dinner. Tender strips of caribou are seared to perfection and nestled in a velvety sauce made with earthy mushrooms, sweet onions, and tangy sour cream. The dish balances the distinct flavor of venison with rich, home-style comfort. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a special family gathering. Serve over fluffy rice or egg noodles for a complete, satisfying plate that feels both rustic and refined.
Caribou Stroganoff
Description
This comforting Caribou Stroganoff transforms lean wild game into a luxurious dinner. Tender strips of caribou are seared to perfection and nestled in a velvety sauce made with earthy mushrooms, sweet onions, and tangy sour cream. The dish balances the distinct flavor of venison with rich, home-style comfort. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a special family gathering. Serve over fluffy rice or egg noodles for a complete, satisfying plate that feels both rustic and refined.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the caribou meat into thin, 1/2-inch strips. If the meat is tough, pound it gently to tenderize before cutting.
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Mix 1/2 cup flour with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl. Dredge the meat strips in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
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Heat lard or bacon fat in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Sauté chopped onions, mushrooms, and minced garlic in the fat for about 5 minutes until softened. Remove the vegetables from the pan and set aside.
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Add the dredged meat strips to the hot pan in a single layer. Brown the meat on all sides, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
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Remove the browned meat from the pan and set aside with the vegetables.
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Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining flour to the drippings in the pan, stirring constantly to create a roux.
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Dissolve the beef bouillon cube in 1 cup of hot water. Whisk the broth and Worcestershire sauce into the flour mixture.
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Cook the sauce, stirring frequently, until it thickens and bubbles.
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Reduce heat to low. Stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated and smooth. Do not let the sauce boil vigorously.
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Return the cooked meat and vegetables to the pan. Stir gently to coat everything in the creamy gravy.
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Heat through until warm, about 2-3 minutes.
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Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, sprinkled with paprika for color and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 461.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 27.2g42%
- Saturated Fat 11.4g58%
- Cholesterol 139.6mg47%
- Sodium 122.6mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 49.4g99%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.