
Jul 09, 2025
Maui Nui Venison Medallions w/ Tomato Confit & Chimichurri
Recipe by Ross Deutsch
Dry-aged Maui Nui venison medallions, quick-seared and drizzled with a vibrant parsley-cilantro chimichurri. A spoonful of cherry tomato confit adds a sweet, slow-roasted contrast that deepens the plate’s richness and balance.
COOK TIME:
60 min.
SERVES:
2
Ingredients
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- 12 oz (about 4 medallions) Maui Nui Venison Leg Medallions
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1 Tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Tbsp Butter
Supporting Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup Parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp Red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
- 1 pint Cherry tomatoes
- 4 cloves Garlic, smashed
- 1/2 cup Olive oil
- 3 Thyme sprigs
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
Directions
Dry Age the Medallions
- Unwrap the medallions and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- Season lightly with kosher salt.
- Place on a wire rack set over a sheet tray and refrigerate uncovered for 48–72 hours.
- Before cooking, bring to room temp for 30 minutes.
Make the Chimichurri
- Mix all chimichurri ingredients in a bowl or process using a mortar and pestle.
- Let sit for 15 minutes to develop flavor.
Make the Tomato Confit
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place cherry tomatoes, garlic, and thyme in a small baking dish.
- Pour olive oil over to nearly submerge the tomatoes.
- Sprinkle with kosher salt.
- Roast uncovered for 45–60 minutes, until tomatoes are soft, collapsed, and just beginning to caramelize.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Sear the Venison
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat (370–400°F).
- Sear medallions for 90 seconds per side. Transfer to a cooling rack to rest for 3 minutes.
- Return to the pan and cook another 90 seconds per side.
- During the final 30–60 seconds, add butter, smashed garlic, and thyme to the pan. Tilt the pan and baste the medallions with the foaming butter.
- Remove and let rest for another 3 minutes.
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