Marinated Fried Deer Steaks

Marinated Fried Deer Steaks
Sent in by Ed White.

~ 2 - 3 lb boneless deer roast cut into 1/2" thick steaks
~ salt and pepper
~ 1/2 cup red wine
~ 1/4 cup 7UP soda
~ 1/4 cup olive oil
~ 2 tsp Italian seasoning or tsp each of seasoning and thyme
~ 1 tbsp minced garlic
~ 1 small onion, sliced and rings separated
~ oil for cooking

In a bowl mix the wine, soda, olive oil, seasoning, garlic and onion together.

Season the steaks with the salt and pepper. Place in a zip-lock bag.

Pour the marinade into the bag and seal.

Place in refrigerator overnight. Turn frequently.

Remove the steaks and reserve the marinade. Pat dry.

Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet over high heat.

Add the steaks and cook 4 – 5 minutes per side.

Remove to a warm platter/pan and cover.

Strain the rest of the marinade into the skillet, reduce heat to medium and reduce by about half.

Stir and scrape the bottom of the pan to get any crispy bits.

Pour over the steaks and serve.

Enjoy.