Rare Kangaroo Medallions with Smoked Eggplant, Harissa and Spicy Masala Sauce

I take my lead here from the hedonistic flavours and textures of the Middle East but give the dish a particularly Australian twist by using kangaroo meat. It is a bold combination that enlivens the palate, the components working together to make a perfect whole. I tend to use strong and complex flavours with kangaroo; it is a meat that holds its own in assertive company, its flavour not being lost in the process. Kangaroo is a beautiful meat to work with, as long as you treat it with care a