Pin this An elegant and luxurious charcuterie board featuring cured venison, artisan cheeses, fruits, and gourmet accompaniments—perfect for special gatherings and festive occasions.
This platter showcases my love for French-inspired flavors and is always a crowd-pleaser when entertaining friends and family.
Ingredients
- Cured Meats: 120 g sliced cured venison (e.g., venison bresaola or smoked venison), 80 g wild boar salami, 80 g duck breast prosciutto
- Cheeses: 100 g aged comté sliced, 100 g goat cheese log sliced, 80 g blue cheese crumbled
- Fresh & Dried Fruits: 1 small bunch of red grapes, 1 small pear thinly sliced, 50 g dried figs halved, 30 g dried cranberries
- Nuts & Accompaniments: 40 g toasted walnuts, 40 g marcona almonds, 2 tbsp wildflower honey, 2 tbsp fig jam, cornichons and pickled onions to taste, assorted olives
- Bread & Crackers: 1 fresh baguette sliced, 100 g artisanal seed crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cured venison, wild boar salami, and duck prosciutto artfully on a large wooden board or platter.
- Step 2:
- Place cheese selections in separate clusters, spacing them between the meats.
- Step 3:
- Fill spaces with bunches of grapes, pear slices, dried figs, and cranberries.
- Step 4:
- Scatter toasted walnuts and marcona almonds around the board.
- Step 5:
- Add small bowls of wildflower honey, fig jam, olives, cornichons, and pickled onions.
- Step 6:
- Serve with sliced baguette and seed crackers on the side or around the platter.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme) for a festive touch if desired.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately and enjoy at room temperature.
Pin this This platter has been a centerpiece at many family gatherings, sparking conversations and compliments alike.
Required Tools
Large wooden or slate serving board, cheese knives, small bowls for accompaniments, bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cheese), Tree nuts (walnuts, almonds), Gluten (baguette, crackers use gluten-free alternatives as needed). May contain Sulfites (in cured meats pickles and dried fruits). Always check labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 410, Total Fat 25 g, Carbohydrates 28 g, Protein 20 g per serving
Pin this This majestic venison charcuterie platter is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying, ideal for any festive occasion.
Recipe FAQs
- → What types of cured meats are featured?
The platter includes cured venison bresaola, wild boar salami, and duck prosciutto, offering a variety of rich flavors.
- → Which cheeses complement the meats?
Aged comté, goat cheese, and crumbled blue cheese provide a balanced mix of textures and tastes alongside the meats.
- → How can I make the board gluten-free?
Opt for gluten-free breads or crackers when assembling the platter to accommodate gluten-free diets.
- → What fruits work well on this platter?
Fresh red grapes, sliced pear, dried figs, and cranberries add sweetness and contrast to the savory elements.
- → Are there suggested accompaniments for flavor enhancement?
Toasted walnuts, marcona almonds, wildflower honey, fig jam, olives, cornichons, and pickled onions enhance the platter’s complexity.