Wild Boar with Vanilla Pear Chutney Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. wild boar loin
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Chutney:

• 2 pears, peeled and diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Season wild boar loin with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Place the wild boar in the skillet and sear on all sides until browned.
5. Remove the wild boar from the skillet and set aside.
6. Add red wine, beef broth, balsamic vinegar, honey, and garlic to the same skillet.
7. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has reduced by about half.
8. Return the wild boar to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
9. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the wild boar registers 145°F on a meat thermometer.
10. While the wild boar is cooking, prepare the chutney.
11. In a small saucepan, combine pears, onion, white wine vinegar, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and pepper over medium heat.
12. Cook until the pears are tender and the mixture has thickened, about 15 minutes.
13. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
14. Slice the wild boar and top with the chutney.

Verdict:

This Wild Boar with Vanilla Pear Chutney recipe is a great way to enjoy a delicious and unique game meat. The combination of the savory wild boar and the sweet and tangy pear chutney is a match made in heaven.

Serving Suggestions:

This dish pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple arugula salad.