Coffee-Crusted Elk Medallions with Huckleberry Wine Sauce

For those who have not ventured into the world of wild game, elk is a meat you should try at some point. Although much leaner than beef, this insanely beautiful cut of meat can keep up with just about any other red meat on the market. One big key to getting elk as delicious as possible is making sure it’s tender. So, I use a coffee marinade on these elk medallions, both to tenderize them and help the flavor pop. Coffee’s rich yet slightly bitter flavor pairs nicely with the savory elk and h