Slow-Roasted Kangaroo with Pepperberry and Beetroot Relish
Tender slow-roasted kangaroo loin enhanced by native Tasmanian pepperberry, paired with a sweet and tangy beetroot relish. This Australian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs kangaroo loin, Tasmanian pepperberry, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb kangaroo loin
- 1 tsp, crushed Tasmanian pepperberry
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 medium, peeled and diced beetroot
- 1 small, finely chopped red onion
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F. Rub 1 lb kangaroo loin all over with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp crushed Tasmanian pepperberry.
- Step 2: Place the kangaroo loin on a roasting tray and cook in the oven for 45-50 minutes until internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare. Remove and rest for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 2 diced medium peeled beetroot, 1 finely chopped small red onion, 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Step 4: Simmer the beetroot mixture for 20 minutes until the relish thickens and beetroot is tender but retains some texture.
- Step 5: Slice the kangaroo loin thinly and serve topped with the warm beetroot relish.









