Texas Venison is a delicious and hearty dish that combines the rich flavors of venison with the bold spices of Texan cuisine. This recipe features tender venison marinated in a blend of spices, cooked to perfection on a grill or stovetop, and served with a zesty salsa. The result is a mouthwatering dish that will satisfy any Tex-Mex lover's craving. The preparation time for this recipe is about 20 minutes, making it a great option for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. Try this Texas Venison recipe and bring the taste of Texas to your table!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds venison steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
- Tortillas, for serving
- Salsa, for serving
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and chopped cilantro. Mix well to create the marinade.
- Add the venison steak to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover the bowl and let the venison marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove the venison from the marinade and discard the excess marinade. Place the venison on the grill or grill pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
- Once cooked, remove the venison from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the cooked venison into thin strips.
- In a separate pan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Warm the tortillas on the grill or stovetop.
- To serve, place a few slices of venison on a warm tortilla. Top with the sautéed onions, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and a dollop of salsa. Fold the tortilla over the filling and enjoy!
- Serve the Texas Venison with extra salsa on the side for dipping, if desired.