A warming wallaby dish! Try this delicious recipe shared by Kat and John Kelly of Lenah Game Meats. While beef cheeks are also an option – why not try local wallaby? Succulent and sweet in all the right places.
Directions
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Preheat oven to 180 degrees celsius.
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Pat wallaby dry using paper towel.
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Season your plain flour with any dried spices or fresh herbs you like. Salt and pepper makes a good start.
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Heat oil in a large casserole dish. Cook the wallaby in batches over a medium heat – around 2 minutes each side. Then remove wallaby from heat.
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Stirring for 1 minute, put the onion, carrot and garlic into the pan.
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Add wine, stock, vanilla, sugar and herbs. Bring to the boil and return wallaby to the pan.
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Place a circle of baking paper on the surface and cover with a lid. Cook in oven for 2 hours.
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Remove wallaby, then reduce sauce over a high heat for 2-3 minutes, until reduced slightly. Season, then return wallaby to pan. Serve with mash potatoes and vegetables.
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When seasoning your wallaby - try adding different spices to your flour, such as Italian herbs, parsley, or oregano. -
To reheat, place in an oven preheated to 180 degrees celsius for 20-25 minutes.
