04/21/2026
What if a babushka met a nani in the same kitchen?
This one started with a red stag I harvested, and turned into something I don’t think either of them would expect.
Venison keema wrapped in cabbage, seared, then simmered in a coconut curry with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and masala.
Two traditions that shouldn’t work together… but somehow do.
Babushka or nani… who you got?
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RECIPE (save this):
Venison Filling
* 1 lb ground venison
* 1 small onion, finely diced
* 4 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tbsp ginger, grated
* 1 green chili, minced
* 1 tbsp Two Brown Guys Hunt Masala
* 1 tsp coriander powder
* ½ tsp cumin powder
* ½ tsp turmeric
* 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
* ½ cup cooked basmati rice
* 1 egg
* salt
Mix everything together gently.
Cabbage Rolls
* Blanch cabbage leaves 2–3 min until soft
* Add filling and roll tight
* Sear in a pan until lightly browned
Coconut Curry
* Heat coconut oil
* Add mustard seeds + curry leaves
* Add diced onion, cook until soft
* Add garlic + ginger
* Add spices (turmeric, chili powder, coriander)
* Add a little tomato (optional)
* Pour in coconut milk + splash of stock
* Simmer
Add rolls into curry and cook covered at 375°F for ~35–40 min.
Finish with lime, cilantro, and chili oil if you want.