FAQ: How To Cook No Fat Deer Burger?

How do you get deer burgers to stick together?

Venison does best when you add some fat to keep the ground meat moist and some kind of binder to help the meat stick together.

Do you have to add fat to ground venison?

My rule of thumb is to add 10-20% fat when making venison burgers. The 90-10 ratio will produce a lean patty, whereas an 80/20 will be richer. On the other hand, an authentic sausage should be succulent. Fat is fundamental to creating a juicy product.

What can I mix with venison to make burgers?

Like any other burger, you can top a venison burger with whatever you want. You can do a simple cheese, ketchup, and mustard combo, or add more bacon for that extra bacon-y flavor. You can even add a little Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, or barbecue sauce during its last minute on the grill for a big burst of flavor.

How do you not overcook deer burgers?

One of the #1 ways to ruin deer meat is to overcook it. I like my steaks rare to medium rare and my burgers just over medium, so about 140F internally. Once your burgers reach about 140-145F, pull them off the heat source you’re using and let them rest for a few minutes before serving them. This is SO important.

Should I put egg in my burger?

So for the best burgers, don’t do ANYTHING to it before you shape the meat it into patties. Don’t dump it in a bowl to add seasoning — not even salt and pepper — and mix it around. That includes adding anything other than salt and pepper, like eggs, onions, or herbs.

Is venison healthier than beef?

Venison has 50% less fat than beef, making it a healthier red meat alternative. And where’s it’s low in fat, it’s high in protein—that’s why eating venison is great for anyone trying to build lean muscle.

Can you mix venison with ground beef?

Because venison is so lean, there’s not a lot of fat to hold the burger patties together when cooked. Mixing it with ground beef adds fat which prevents it from falling apart on the grill or in the pan. Venison has a strong “earthy” flavor.

Can venison burgers be pink in the middle?

Providing it wasn’t cut too thin, it should just be slightly pink on the inside. If it is still pink on the inside that means it is still nice and moist in there too. If you cook out all the pink like you would with pork, expect some terribly dry meat. Now, check out these venison recipes and eat up!

What spices go well with venison?

Bay, juniper berries, rosemary, sage, savory, and sweet marjoram all pair well with venison, as well as many other wild game meats.

How much beef fat do I add to venison?

A ratio one-third to one-quarter part fat to each part of venison is a good starting point.

What temperature do you cook deer burgers to?

Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature (ground venison should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 F). Cooking time will vary depending on how thick your burgers are. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before eating.

What temperature should venison burgers be cooked to?

Cooking temperature by the cut of venison

1. Cook to a minimum of 160 F.
2. When you grind meat, you spread any bacteria present throughout the entire batch.

How long do you cook ground deer meat?

Preparation

1. Cook the venison in a 10 or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until well-browned, stirring often to separate meat. Pour off any fat.
2. Stir the soup, picante sauce, milk, tortillas, and half the cheese in the skillet.
3. Bake at 400°F for 30 minutes or until the venison mixture is hot and bubbling.