Ingredients

3 kangaroo fillets , about 400g each
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt & pepper
20 g butter
1 bunch Baby Spinach , washed
1/4 cup lemon juice
20 g butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
150 g shallots , finely chopped
1 small carrot , finely chopped
1 stick celery , finely chopped
250 ml shiraz wine
1 1/2 cups beef stock
1 cup water
50 g butter , extra
Kangaroo With Shiraz Butter Sauce is an Australian-inspired dish that is not commonly found on menus. Kangaroo meat is known for its distinct taste and health benefits, and lovers of game meat will appreciate the unique flavor that it brings to this dish. The Shiraz butter sauce adds a decadent and flavorful touch to the lean meat, making it a mouth-watering and satisfying dish.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 200C/180C fan-forced. Heat the olive oil in a oven-safe frying pan over high heat.
2.Season the kangaroo fillets with salt and pepper and sear the fillets until browned all over. Transfer the frying pan to the oven and cook the fillets for an additional 8-10 minutes.
3.Once cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the oven and transfer the fillets to a plate to rest.
4.While the fillets are resting, prepare the sauce. Heat 20g of butter and the olive oil in the frying pan and cook the shallots, carrot and celery until the shallots are soft and translucent.
5.Pour the shiraz wine into the frying pan and reduce until the sauce has thickened.
6.Add the beef stock, water and lemon juice and continue to reduce for a further 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened and reduced.
7.Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the extra 50g of butter until it has melted and the sauce is smooth.
8.Serve the kangaroo fillets with the spinach leaves and top with the delicious Shiraz butter sauce. Enjoy!

PROS

Kangaroo meat is a lean and healthy source of protein that is low in fat and high in iron.

The Shiraz butter sauce adds bold and flavorful notes to elevate the dish.

CONS

Kangaroo meat can be an acquired taste for some people, and it is important to cook it properly to avoid toughness.

It may not be easily accessible in some regions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kangaroo meat is a great source of lean protein, iron and zinc.
It is also lower in fat and calories compared to other meats like beef and pork.
The spinach leaves add beneficial nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K and folate to the dish.

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