Best 3 Venison Meatballs With Southern Gravy Recipes

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Are you looking for a delectable dish that combines the rich flavors of venison with the comforting warmth of Southern gravy? Look no further! In this article, we present you with an exquisite recipe for venison meatballs enveloped in a savory and flavorful Southern gravy. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this hearty and satisfying meal that is sure to become a favorite among family and friends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

VENISON MEATBALLS



Venison Meatballs image

"I learned to cook game while my husband was a forestry student," recalls Sheila Reed from Fredericton, New Brunswick. "We lived off the land as much as possible. I still enjoy these savory meatballs in a slightly sweet barbecue sauce. I make a big batch for an annual pool party and there are never any left."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground venison
3/4 cup water
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 tablespoon ground mustard
2 teaspoons paprika

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Crumble venison over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over meatballs., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 1016mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

VENISON MEATBALLS WITH SOUTHERN GRAVY RECIPE - (4/5)



Venison Meatballs with Southern Gravy Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by AdamBrude

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ground venison and ground pork, in a 3-to-1 ratio
3/4 cup bread crumbs
1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
1 medium onion, diced
2 teaspoons basil
2 teaspoons oregano
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Finely dice onions, then sauté them in olive oil until they're about 2/3 cooked. By hand, mix up ground venison and ground pork in a 3/1 ratio. Once the two meats are pretty mixed up, add the dry ingredients: bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, spices. Mix some more. Add onions. Mix some more. Keep at it until all the ingredients are distributed throughout the ground meat. Preheat oven 350 degrees. Form meatballs by working fingerfulls of the mix into a pocket on one hand. (I prefer slightly larger then Golf Ball size) Arrange meatballs in a baking pan with a little bit of space between each and bake for about 25 minutes. In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil then add oil oild and add enough egg noodles for your desired serving size. Cook noodles for approximately 10 minutes. Strain in colander and set aside. Prepare Sausage Gravy (think southern gravy, biscuts and gravy gravy) as directed on the box or bag. Place noodles on plate, put 3 meatballs on the noodles, top with the gravy! As a side I prefer steamed broccoli.

VENISION (OR BEEF) MEATBALLS WITH GRAVY (OAMC)



Venision (Or Beef) Meatballs With Gravy (Oamc) image

My dad makes this better than me--it is his recipe of course. I had to guess at the measurements since he just says to add this and that. When you make this, judge how much spices you like to your tastes. This is really good with rice or smashed cream potatoes. Freezes well for later meals and can fit into your once a month cooking! Just make as directed and divide up into freezer bags remove all air and wait until the next time.

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     Deer

Time 2h30m

Yield 2 dozen meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 lb roll hot sausage, the cheapest you can buy
3 lbs ground beef or 3 lbs ground venison
2 eggs
1/2 cup onion, chopped fine
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 slices bread, torn and wet (optional)
1/2 cup milk
4 tablespoons melted butter (omit with ground beef only needed if using 3 lbs venison)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon parsley
6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (2 tbsp for gravy)
16 ounces washed fresh mushrooms (sliced thin or quartered whatever your preference)
3 garlic cloves, crushed
olive oil
flour
1 1/2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon beef base or 1 beef bouillon cube
1 tablespoon Kitchen Bouquet

Steps:

  • mix in a very large bowl: sausage, meat eggs, onion, spices, 4 tbsp Worcestershire, butter, milk, bread crumbs & bread slices together (should be firm enough to form ball--add more bread crumbs or wet bread to help firm up).
  • Scoop out 1/4 cup meat and make into a round thick patty like ball.
  • *You really don't want it in a ball shape but more like a patty that is really thick*.
  • In a *hot* cast iron skillet on medium heat, place a little olive oil--enough to coat the bottom of the pan, don't add more than a tablespoons.
  • Fry each patty (about 5 or 6 at a time) in the pan until browned well on both sides.
  • Remove to a large pot--no need to drain and don't drain pan between each set of patties.
  • Meanwhile remove stems from mushrooms and set aside. Slice the whole mushrooms and place in pot with meatballs.
  • Mince the stems and also put in pot along with garlic cloves, kitchen bouquet, 2 tbsp Worcestershire, bay leaves and beef base.
  • Once all meatballs are done and in the larger pot you should have around 3 tbsp of fat in the bottom of the fry pan.
  • Add around 4 tbsp of flour (or enough to make a very wet paste when mixed with oil) you want to whisk it well and let get VERY brown add 2-3 cups of water to the roux and whisk to prevent lumps.
  • Continue to add enough water so that it appears to be a thin gravy--try and get those brown bits from the bottom of the pan!
  • This mixture should turn VERY Dark brown!
  • Pour the roux/gravy mixture into the large pot with the meatballs add enough water (if necessary) to cover all meat balls. Put on medium heat until starts to boil and then turn down to a very low boil/simmer heat and cook for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally very carefully not to break up the meat balls.
  • Thicken gravy with cornstarch and water if desired.
  • Serve over rice or potatoes.
  • Because of the richness of the meat and the size of the balls you create, 1-2 meatballs per person is usually enough.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2693.2, Fat 194.6, SaturatedFat 77.9, Cholesterol 881.7, Sodium 3507.2, Carbohydrate 46.5, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 13.5, Protein 181.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right venison. Use venison from a young deer, as the meat will be more tender. If you are using frozen venison, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • Grind the venison finely. This will help to ensure that the meatballs are smooth and evenly cooked.
  • Add some fat to the venison. This will help to keep the meatballs moist and flavorful. You can use ground pork, bacon, or even butter.
  • Season the venison well. Use a variety of herbs and spices to create a flavorful meatball. Some good options include garlic, onion, paprika, and cumin.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Cook the meatballs thoroughly. The meatballs should be cooked until they are no longer pink in the center.
  • Make the gravy ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to develop.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides. Some good options include mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Conclusion:

Venison meatballs with southern gravy is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a winter meal. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground venison, pork, and beef, and they are seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. The gravy is made with a roux, chicken broth, and milk, and it is flavored with onion, garlic, and celery. This dish is sure to please even the most discerning palate.

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