Pan seared Venison with blueberries and broccoli mash

Vension is a Rich tasting meat that pairs beautifully with sweet berries . You could use blackberry instead of blueberries when they are in season.

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Step 1

1 Crush the thyme and juniper berries using a mortar and se or bash them on a chopping board using a rolling pin. Trans to a small dish and stir in a little olive oil. Rub this mixture a over the venison steaks, then season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

2 Heat the coconut oil in a frying pan over a medium-high hea and cook the venison for 5 minutes. Turn it over and cook for 3-5 minutes more, depending on how rare you like it. Trade to a warm plate to rest for 5 minutes.

Step 3

3 Meanwhile, to make the mash, put the broccoli in a steamer and steam over a high heat for 5 minutes or until just tender.

Step 4

Put the broccoli into a blender or food processor and add the yogurt, herbs and garlic powder, then blend to form a mash Season with salt and pepper and transfer to a pan. Keep warm over a low heat.

Step 5

4 Add the garlic to the pan for the venison and add the broth and blueberries, then simmer gently for 3 minutes or until the blueberries soften. Slice the venison and serve with the sauce and broccoli mash.