Elk Parmesan Patty
An Italian inspired Parmesan dish with a ‘tasty twist’ is what’s for dinner. Serve alongside your favorite pasta for a filling and flavorful Spin on ground game.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs ground elk
- 1 tbsp flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tsp granulated garlic powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 3/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 eggs + 1 tsp water, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella
- flat leaf parsley, finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- In a bowl combine the ground elk, freshly chopped parsley, granulated garlic powder and kosher salt. Shape into 4 individual patties about ¾” inch thick.
- Add the eggs and water to a bowl and lightly beat until blended. In another bowl combine the seasoned breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Dip each elk patty into the egg wash and then press into breadcrumbs coating both sides. Set aside when done.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat (about 350° F) and add the canola oil. When the oil is hot, carefully set the breaded elk patties into the skillet. Brown on both sides about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Add the marinara sauce to the bottom of a 10” cast iron skillet or 8x8” baking dish and arrange the patties evenly in the sauce. Top each patty with a slice of fresh mozzarella cheese. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes until bubbling hot.
- Serve the elk parmesan patties with pasta and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.