Texas Venison

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 4
Texas Venison in a Hearty and Spicy Tomato-Based Sauce
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours, 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pounds venison steaks
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt , divided ( see Note )
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup onion , halved and sliced
2 beef bouillon cubes
1/2 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 bay leaf
2 dried red chile peppers
2 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
400
Sugar
2g
Fat
12g
Texas Venison is a popular dish in the Southern United States, and for good reason. Venison is a lean and flavorful meat that is perfect for hearty stews and meaty sauces. This recipe combines tender venison steaks with a spicy tomato-based sauce, flavored with aromatic spices such as cumin and Mexican oregano. The result is a rich and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The meat is browned in a Dutch oven before being simmered for hours in the flavorful sauce until it is melt-in-your-mouth tender. Serve this dish with rice or mashed potatoes for a filling and delicious meal.

Instructions

1.Season venison with 1 tsp of seasoned salt and coat with all-purpose flour
2.Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat, and brown venison steaks on both sides in batches until well browned. Remove meat from pan and set aside
3.Add onions and sauté until soft. Add the remaining 1/2 tsp of seasoned salt and cumin, stir and cook for 1 minute
4.Return venison to the Dutch oven, sprinkle with oregano and add bay leaves, dried Mexican chilies, and beef bouillon cubes. Pour in water and bring to a boil.
5.Lower the heat, and let the venison simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender, and the sauce is thick and flavorful.
6.Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.

PROS

Texas Venison is a flavorful and lean meat that is high in protein and low in fat and calories.
This recipe combines venison with a hearty and spicy tomato-based sauce that is sure to warm you up on a cold winter night.
The dish is easy to make and perfect for a family dinner or a party with friends.

CONS

Venison can sometimes have a gamey taste that some people might not like.
The meat can also be tough if it’s not prepared correctly.
As with any wild game, it’s important to make sure that the meat is properly cleaned and stored to avoid any risk of foodborne illness.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Venison is a good source of protein and is lower in calories and fat than beef. It is also rich in iron and vitamin B12, which are essential for the body’s proper function. The spices used in this recipe, such as cumin and Mexican oregano, have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce inflammation and improve overall health.

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