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Crockpot Venison Stew
Crockpot Venison Stew is a hearty, flavorful dish made with tender venison
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 2 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 252 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) venison cut into 1cm cubes
- 2 onions peeled and finely diced
- 14 ounces (400g) tin of chopped tomatoes with herbs
- 1 pound (450g) carrots, cut into small cubes
- 4 ounces (120g) chorizo, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1¼ cups (300ml) hot beef stock
- Optional bay leaves chilli, olive oil
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat and brown the venison in batches for 3-4 mins until done. Add the browned venison into the bowl of the slow cooker. (You can skip this step and add the venison straight into the slow cooker).
- Add the onion to the pan and sautée for about 5 mins till softened. Then transfer the cooked onion to the slow cooker. (You can skip this step and just put the onion into the slow cooker).
- Add the tomatoes, carrots, chorizo, garlic and hot beef stock into the slow cooking bowl, mix well, cover and cook on high heat for 3-4 hours (or low heat for 7-8 hrs if your slow cooker permits).
- Season well before serving.
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Notes
- You can swap the venison for some stewing beef instead.
- For a slightly thicker deer stew, mash some carrots.
- Marinate the venison in a blend of your favorite herbs and spices for a bolder flavor before cooking.
- Experiment with different types of chorizo, such as smoked or spicy, to add a unique twist to the stew.
- Add a splash of red wine to the stew for an extra layer of depth and complexity in the flavor profile.
- Garnish the stew with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme just before serving to enhance the visual appeal and add freshness to each dish.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your slow cooker's size, make, and model. Therefore, make sure to consult your manual as necessary.
- Storage - Let the remaining venison cool down completely before transferring it into an air-tight container and storing it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- There are 5 Freestyle Points in one serving of this recipe.
Nutrition Information
Calories
252kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
17g
(6%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Cholesterol
91mg
(30%)
Sodium
343mg
(14%)
Potassium
908mg
(26%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
15330IU
(307%)
Vitamin C
16mg
(18%)
Calcium
76mg
(8%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 252kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 343mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 908mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 15330IU | 307% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.