Daring Outdoors

Deer Walking Tacos are not just a fun meal to put together, they’re also a creative way to use ground venison. They’re perfect for backyard parties, tailgating events, camping trips, or any casual gathering. This isn’t just a recipe; it’s an interactive culinary experience that combines convenience, fun, and a mouthful of delicious flavors in every bite. So why wait? Gather your friends and family, and get ready to walk on the wild side with these deer walking tacos!

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground venison
• 1 package (1.25 oz) taco seasoning
• 1 can (15.5 oz) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 6 bags (1 oz each) nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup salsa
• Optional: jalapeno slices, black olives, guacamole

Instructions:

1. Cooking the Venison: Start by browning the ground venison in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Make sure to break it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat, if necessary.
2. Spicing Up the Meat: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the venison and stir until it’s well coated. Next, add the pinto beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes. The beans not only add extra protein and fiber, but also give the meat filling a more robust texture.
3. Setting the Table: Now, it’s time to prepare your walking taco assembly station. Arrange the bags of chips, venison, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, sour cream, salsa, and any additional toppings you desire in an accessible manner. Encourage your diners to be creative and build their own custom walking tacos.
4. Building the Walking Tacos: To assemble a walking taco, start by gently crushing the chips in each bag to make them bite-sized. Next, open the bag and add a generous scoop of the seasoned venison and beans. Follow this with toppings of your choice – a handful of lettuce, a sprinkle of cheese, a scattering of tomatoes, a smattering of onions, a pinch of cilantro, and a dollop each of sour cream and salsa. Make sure to pack in the flavors but leave room to mix!
5. Enjoying the Meal: Once your walking taco is assembled, grab a fork and enjoy! The beauty of a walking taco is that it’s a portable, customizable, and utterly delightful meal you can eat right out of the bag.