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Venison Chili

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This savory American main dish combines cubed and ground venison with crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, and warm spices like cumin and chili powder. It is simmered until thick and hearty, offering a protein-packed meal perfect for family dinners. The addition of masa harina provides a traditional thickening and authentic flavor profile.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 831.3
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This savory American main dish combines cubed and ground venison with crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, and warm spices like cumin and chili powder. It is simmered until thick and hearty, offering a protein-packed meal perfect for family dinners. The addition of masa harina provides a traditional thickening and authentic flavor profile.
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 ea Large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 ea Large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 ea Small hot green chili, minced
  • 1 ea Pepper, minced (optional)
  • 1 1/4 pounds Venison, cut into 1/2" cubes
  • 3/4 pound Ground venison (or pork)
  • 28 ounces Can of crushed tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons Ground chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons Ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper, plus a pinch
  • 1 ea Large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Salt or to taste
  • 1 ea Freshly ground black pepper
  • 10 ounces Can of red kidney beans, drained
  • 3 tablespoons Masa Harina (or fine cornmeal), mixed with a little water into a smooth paste for thickening
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat the oil in a very large skillet.
  2. 2
    Stir in the onion, garlic, and chile pepper.
  3. 3
    Sauté over medium-high heat until the onion is just tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Add the cubed and the ground venison and continue cooking for about four to five minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the ground meat is no longer red.
  5. 5
    Add all the remaining ingredients except the beans and the masa harina (or cornmeal).
  6. 6
    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. 7
    The stew should be fairly thick.
  8. 8
    Stir in the kidney beans and the masa harina and heat through.
  9. 9
    Taste and adjust the seasonings.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 831.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.5g32%
Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
Cholesterol 131.9mg44%
Sodium 6941.8mg290%
Total Carbohydrate 100.6g34%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g123%
Sugars 21.7g
Protein 74.4g149%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: venison, chili, american, beans, cumin, chili powder, masa harina, kidney beans, hearty, main dish, gluten free, stew
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