Save A sophisticated, wild-inspired charcuterie board featuring game meats, artisan cheeses, and rustic accompaniments, perfect for an elegant appetizer or centerpiece for gatherings.
This board impresses guests with its rustic charm and variety of high-quality flavors inspired by the wild.
Ingredients
- Game Meats: 120 g venison salami thinly sliced 120 g smoked elk sausage sliced 100 g wild boar prosciutto torn into pieces
- Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar cubed 100 g smoked gouda sliced 100 g blue cheese crumbled
- Accompaniments: 100 g dried figs halved 80 g mixed nuts (hazelnuts walnuts almonds) 60 g cornichons or small pickles 60 g whole grain mustard 150 g seedless grapes washed 60 g wild berry jam
- Breads and Crackers: 1 small baguette sliced 100 g rustic crackers
- Garnish: A few clean deer antlers (for presentation only optional) Fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Arrange Antlers:
- Arrange the deer antlers (if using) on a large clean wooden board or platter as a dramatic centerpiece.
- Arrange Meats:
- Neatly fan out the venison salami elk sausage and wild boar prosciutto around the antlers.
- Place Cheeses:
- Place the cheeses in separated clusters allowing space for each variety.
- Add Accompaniments:
- Fill in the spaces with dried figs nuts cornichons and grapes.
- Add Jam and Mustard:
- Spoon wild berry jam and mustard into small ramekins and place on the board.
- Add Breads and Crackers:
- Add slices of baguette and crackers to one side or in a basket beside the board.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs for aroma and visual appeal.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately ensuring all components are easily accessible.
Save This recipe has become a favorite for festive family gatherings where sharing and savoring are the highlights.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or platter Small ramekins or bowls Sharp knife Serving tongs
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese) nuts and gluten (bread/crackers). Meats may contain nitrates/nitrites. Always check product labels for allergens and gluten if serving to sensitive guests.
Nutritional Information
Calories 420 Total Fat 28 g Carbohydrates 18 g Protein 23 g per serving.
Save Enjoy assembling this elegant board as much as indulging in its flavors; it brings a touch of the wild to your table.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can game meats be substituted?
Yes, high-quality beef or pork charcuterie can replace game meats without losing richness.
- → How to arrange the board effectively?
Fan meats around the centerpiece, cluster cheeses separately, and fill gaps with fruits and nuts for balance.
- → Are the deer antlers edible?
No, the antlers are purely decorative and should not come into direct contact with food.
- → What wines pair well with this board?
Full-bodied reds like Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon enhance the flavors of the game meats and cheeses.
- → Can this be made gluten-free?
Yes, omit the bread and crackers to ensure a gluten-free selection.
- → What accompaniments complement the meats and cheeses?
Dried figs, mixed nuts, cornichons, wild berry jam, and whole grain mustard add texture and flavor contrast.