Smoked Venison Haunch
Roasted Smoked Venison Haunch with Juniper Sauce and Creamed Cabbage
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the juniper sauce is naturally thickened (e.g., via reduction or butter emulsification) and contains no flour or starch. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender, slow-roasted slices of rich Scottish smoked venison haunch, served with an aromatic juniper-infused pan sauce (naturally thickened without flour) and a side of creamy, buttery Savoy cabbage.
Key ingredients
Smoked Scottish venison haunch, juniper berries, dry red wine (for reduction), rich beef stock, unsalted butter, heavy cream (for sauce and cabbage), Savoy cabbage, finely diced onion (small quantity for cabbage), sea salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure the juniper sauce is naturally thickened (e.g., via reduction or butter emulsification) and contains no flour or starch. Confirm no starchy vegetables (e.g., potatoes) or grains are served. Red wine used in moderation.
Watch out for
Red wine in the sauce, small amount of onion in the creamed cabbage. Hidden sugars in commercial beef stock.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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