Pan-roasted venison with ’nduja cabbage

1. Heat a little olive oil in a heavy-based pan over a high heat. Season the venison and cook on both sides until golden brown, about 6 minutes for medium-rare and 8 minutes for medium-well. Add the butter when the venison is almost cook and baste the meat. Remove from the pan and allow to rest.
2. Add a little more butter to the pan, then add the cabbage and carrots. Season and cook until tender, about 6–8 minutes.
3. Add the ’nduja paste and mix well, it should coat all the cabbage. Pour the resting juices from the venison and into the cabbage mixture.
4. Place the cabbage mixture on a plate, slice the venison, and place on top. Garnish with the peanuts.
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Photographs: Jan Ras
Production: Amy Ebedes-Murray
Food assistant: Bianca Jones