The Best Grilled Pheasant with Cherry Compote
As the sun warms your skin and the scent of barbeque fills the air, there’s no better way to celebrate summer than with a dish that embodies the season’s essence. This grilled pheasant with cherry compote is a perfect example. Offering the smoky richness of grilled pheasant complemented by the sweet and tangy notes of a homemade cherry compote. Each bite is a light and refreshing explosion of summer flavors, sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients:
- 2 wild pheasants
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the pheasants with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the pheasants for 15-20 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, combine the cherries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until the cherries are softened and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the grilled pheasant with cherry compote.
