Deer meat is meat of a mammal of different deer species. Deer meat can be used for preparing kosher recipes with deer meat, such as steaks, stroganoffs, roasts, stews, minced meat, salads, jerky, sausages and a lot more. It is richer than beef, although has a similar taste. It is much better than beef in terms of texture of meat and is much leaner. Venison meat is much healthier than other meats, such as beef or lamb, as it contains less calories and fat, and has lower cholesterol level. For these reasons the meat has been growing in popularity over the past decade. And although deer meat was previously considered a very urban food for poor country citizens, it is now an exotic meal that is served in most sophisticated restaurants. Even some airlines now serve deer meat on board!