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Venison Hot Dog Recipe
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Venison Hot Dog Recipe

This venison hot dog recipe blends lean ground venison with pork fat for juiciness, seasoned with spices like garlic, paprika, and mustard. The mixture is emulsified, stuffed into casings, and smoked or grilled. These flavorful, homemade hot dogs offer a wild game twist on a classic favorite, perfect for outdoor cooking and adventurous meat lovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 15 hot dogs (depending on size)
Course: Main Course / Snack
Cuisine: American / Game Meat
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 lbs diced venison or ground venison with an 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
  • 1¼ lbs pork fat bacon fat can be used for extra moisture
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons ground mustard seed
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground mace
  • ½ teaspoon ground celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon curing salt pink salt
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • Hot dog buns and preferred toppings mustard, relish, onions, etc.

Equipment

  • Meat grinder or food processor
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sausage stuffer or piping bag
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Grill or frying pan
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Prepare the Meat and Fat:
  1. Cut the venison and pork fat into small chunks if not already ground. Chill the meat and fat in the freezer for 20-30 minutes to make grinding easier.
Grind the Meat:
  1. Using a meat grinder or food processor, grind the venison and pork fat together until finely minced but not pureed.
Mix the Seasonings:
  1. In a large bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground mustard seed, paprika, ground mace, ground celery seeds, and curing salt. Add the cold water and mix thoroughly.
Combine Meat and Seasonings:
  1. Add the ground meat to the seasoning mixture and mix by hand or with a stand mixer until well incorporated and slightly sticky, which helps with binding.
Stuff the Sausage:
  1. Using a sausage stuffer or a piping bag, carefully fill sausage casings or form the mixture into hot dog shapes. Tie the ends if using casings.
Cook the Hot Dogs:
  1. Preheat a grill or frying pan over medium heat. Cook the hot dogs for 15-20 minutes, turning frequently until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and they have a nice browned exterior.

Notes

Nutrition Facts Of Venison Hot Dog Recipe

Nutrition Amount
Calories 250
Protein 22g
Fat 18g
Carbohydrates 8g
Fiber 1g
Sodium 480mg