Venison Tacos

Adapted from Miss Allie's Kitchen - Best Ground Venison Tacos

Citrus, cumin and chili flavors are the secret to keeping these venison tacos tasty, not gamey. We used ground venison from LedgEnd Farm and All Souls tortillas!

Two hands cradle a soft-shell taco. It is topped with bright green jalapenos, darker green cilantro, and bright red tomato.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Yield

5 Servings

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion (finely diced)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 pound ground venison
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika, smoked
1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
1 orange (juiced)
1 lime (juiced)
1⁄3 cup water
10 tortilla, corn (number depending on size)
  taco toppings (such as diced tomatoes, cilantro, shredded cheese, or sour cream - add your favorites!)

Instructions

  1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and heat, then add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt as it browns. Next, add in the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes to caramelize, scraping the pan well. Then, add the spices and garlic and cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
     
  2. Add the ground venison and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. 
     
  3. Add the lime and orange juices to the pan along with the water and scrape up the browned bits from the pan.
     
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-10 minutes until cooked through and the desired consistency is reached.
     
  5. Serve in warmed tortillas with toppings as desired!