Clean the Deer Heart: Run the deer heart under cold water to clean it. Remove any blood and trim off the fat.
Prepare the Heart: Cut the heart into thin slices or into heart steaks, according to your preference.
Heat the Pan: Heat olive oil or bacon fat in a pan over medium-high heat.
Season the Meat: Pat the meat dry and season it with salt and pepper. Optionally, you can coat the heart in seasoned flour for a nice crust.
Cook the Heart: Place the heart pieces in the hot oil. Cook them for a few minutes on one side until they are browned, then flip them over to cook on the other side. Deer hearts are best eaten medium rare, so they don't take long to cook.
Add Extra Flavor: Optionally, while cooking, add garlic, bell pepper, or other seasonings for extra taste.
Rest the Meat: Once cooked, take the heart off the heat and let it rest for a moment.
Serve: Serve the deer heart hot with your choice of sides, like French bread and cream cheese, or enjoy it simply to savor the taste of the heart.
