Elk Steak with Cherry Reduction
Elk Steak with Cherry Reduction is a gourmet North American dish featuring lean, tender elk meat pan-seared and topped with a rich, tangy sauce made from reduced cherries, red wine, and aromatics. It's a modern game meat preparation that highlights the natural flavor of elk while balancing it with the sweet-tart profile of the fruit reduction.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is exceptionally high in protein and low in carbohydrates, providing a substantial amount of iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical serving contains roughly 350-450 calories, depending on the cut of elk and the amount of sauce used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6.8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.2 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.5 mg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 310 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 elk steak (170 g) with 2 tablespoons cherry reduction sauce · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Elk is a very lean, sustainable red meat with a nutritional profile similar to grass-fed beef but with fewer calories and less fat. The cherry reduction not only adds flavor but also contributes antioxidants like anthocyanins, making the dish a balance of rich protein and fruit-based nutrients.
