Venison Taco Al Carbon Recipe

Here’s a Venison Taco al Carbon recipe that’s packed with smoky, grilled flavor! 🔥🌮

Ingredients:

For the Venison Marinade:

• 1 ½ lbs venison steak (backstrap or tenderloin), thinly sliced
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp lime juice (fresh) 🍋
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder 🌶️
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp oregano
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp chipotle powder (optional for extra smokiness)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (or substitute with coconut aminos)

For the Tacos:

• 8-10 corn or flour tortillas 🌮
• ½ cup chopped cilantro 🌿
• ½ cup diced white onion
• 1 avocado, sliced 🥑
• ½ cup queso fresco or cotija cheese (optional)
• 1 lime, cut into wedges 🍋

For the Roasted Salsa (Optional but Recommended):

• 3 roma tomatoes 🍅
• 2 serrano or jalapeño peppers 🌶️
• 1 garlic clove, unpeeled
• ¼ cup chopped onion
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Venison:

1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and all the spices.
2. Add the venison strips and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight for best flavor).

2. Prepare the Roasted Salsa (If Using):

1. Heat a dry skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes, peppers, and garlic (with skin on).
2. Char them on all sides for about 10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
3. Peel the garlic and blend everything together with onion, salt, black pepper, cumin, and lime juice. Set aside.

3. Grill the Venison:

1. Heat a grill or cast-iron skillet over high heat.
2. Grill the marinated venison for 2-3 minutes per side, until slightly charred and cooked medium-rare to medium.
3. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

4. Warm the Tortillas:

• Heat tortillas on the grill or over an open flame for a slight char. Keep them warm in a towel.

5. Assemble the Tacos:

1. Place venison slices onto warm tortillas.
2. Top with diced onion, cilantro, avocado slices, and queso fresco.
3. Drizzle with the roasted salsa and squeeze fresh lime juice on top.

🔥 Enjoy your smoky, flavorful Venison Tacos al Carbon! 🔥