How to Make Easy Venison Steak Carne Asada Bowls
Venison is a staple in our home. It’s lean, flavorful, and straight from the woods to our table. And today, I’m sharing one of our favorite ways to enjoy it—Easy Venison Steak Carne Asada Bowls.
Easy Venison Steak Carne Asada Bowls
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. venison steak (sliced thin)
Marinade
- 2 tbsp. chili powder
- 2 tsp. onion powder
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- ½ sliced bosc pear
- 2 tsp. black pepper
- 2 tsp. sea salt
- 1 onion (white or yellow)
- ¼ cup avocado oil
Bowl Fillings (all optional-just wanted to give you some ideas)
- jasmine rice or brown rice
- tortilla chips
- chopped lettuce
- avocado
- sour cream
- black beans
- corn
- olives
- shredded cheese
Salsa Topping
- 1/2 cup red pepper diced
- 1 lime (squeezed)
- 1 avocado (peeled and cubed)
- 1/2 cup corn (optional)
- 1/2 cup black beans (rinsed & drained) (optional)
Chipotle Dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 tbsp. adobo peppers in juice
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1/2 avocado (diced)
Instructions
- Thinly slice the thawed venison steak.
- Place the sliced venison into a large freezer bag.
- Slice the onion and the pear into thin strips.
- Add them to the bag.
- In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, onion powder, minced garlic, black pepper, and sea salt.
- Add the seasoning mix to the bag.
- Pour in the 1/4 cup of avocado or olive oil and gently massage the bag to distribute the marinade.
- Zip up the bag and marinate for at least 4 hours.
Cooking the Venison Steak
- Heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add in the marinated steaks, marinated onion, and marinated pear.
- Cook for 5-9 minutes. Just until it reaches 140 degrees.
Cook Rice
- Prepare whatever rice you are going to use for your bowls.
Salsa Topping
- Combine the diced red pepper, lime juice, cubed avocado, corn, and black beans. You can add 1 tbsp. of olive or avocado oil if you like.
Chipotle Dressing
- Combine the sour cream, adobo peppers and juice, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and paprika. Whisk well.
Assemble the Venison Steak Carne Asada Bowls
- Add the rice to the bottom of the bowl.
- Place the steak over the top of the rice.
- Top with the salsa.
- Drizzle the Chipotle Dressing on top and enjoy!
We harvest, process, and freeze our own deer, so we always know exactly where our meat comes from. Cooking with venison has been a tradition in our family for generations.
This recipe is packed with bold flavors. The marinade gives the steak that classic carne asada taste, and the fresh toppings bring everything together. It’s a great option for a Taco Tuesday or any night you want something simple but satisfying.
Ingredients for this Easy Venison Carne Asada Recipe
For the Carne Asada Marinade
• 2 lbs venison steak, sliced thin (or use skirt steak, flank steak, sirloin steak, or elk steak)
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ bosc pear, sliced thin
• 2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp sea salt
• 1 onion (white or yellow), sliced
• ¼ cup avocado oil (or olive oil)
Optional Bowl Fillings
• Jasmine rice or brown rice
• Tortilla chips
• Chopped lettuce
• Avocado
• Sour cream
• Black beans
• Corn
• Olives
• Shredded cheese
• Pico de gallo
• Queso fresco
Salsa Topping: Yummy & Fresh Flavors
• ½ cup red pepper, diced
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 avocado, peeled and cubed
• ½ cup sweet corn
• ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
Chipotle Dressing
• ½ cup sour cream
• 3 tbsp adobo peppers in juice
• 1 lime, juiced
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp paprika
Instructions for Venison Steak Carne Asada Bowls
Marinate the Venison
Thinly slice the thawed venison steak into thin strips. Place it in a large ziploc bag. Add the sliced onion and pear. The pear adds a unique flavor to the marinade ingredients.
In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, onion powder, minced garlic, black pepper, and sea salt. Add the seasoning mix to the bag.
Pour in the avocado oil and gently massage the bag to distribute the marinade. Zip it up and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours. You could probably get by with just a couple of hours, but more is better.
Cook the Venison: Perfect for A Carne Asada Steak Bowl
Heat a cast iron skillet or your skillet of choice over medium-high heat. Add a little oil. Once hot, add the marinated steak, onion, and pear. Cook for 5–9 minutes, just until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees.
For best results, don’t over cook. Venison is lean and it won’t take long to get that perfect flavor.
Prepare the Rice for the Carne Asada Bowl Recipe
While the venison cooks, prepare your rice. Jasmine rice, brown rice, cilantro lime rice, cauliflower rice, or white rice all work great.
Make the Salsa
In a bowl, combine diced red pepper, lime juice, cubed avocado, corn, and black beans. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil or avocado oil if you like. This is such a flavorful carne asada dish.
Make the Chipotle Dressing
In another bowl, whisk together sour cream, adobo peppers and juice, lime juice, chopped cilantro, sea salt, and paprika.
Assemble the Carne Asada Steak Bowls
Spoon rice into the bottom of each bowl. Layer the venison steak on top. Add the salsa. Drizzle with chipotle dressing. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and serve fresh squeezed lime wedges.
Serve with tortilla chips, shredded cheese, olives, or a dollop of sour cream. You can even turn this into a venison carne asada burrito bowl by wrapping everything up in a warm tortilla.
More Reasons to Love Venison
Venison isn’t just delicious—it’s also packed with nutrients. It’s leaner than beef, meaning it’s lower in fat but still high in protein. That makes it a great option if you’re looking for a hearty meal without the extra grease.
Venison is also rich in iron, which helps keep your energy levels up, and B vitamins that support brain function. Since we harvest our own deer, we know it’s free from hormones, antibiotics, and unnecessary additives.
It’s truly a clean, natural protein source that fuels our family while keeping our meals wholesome and satisfying. I feel truly blessed to have a freezer full! Some of my favorites are venison cheeseburger soup, cast-iron tenderloin, and venison & barley soup!
That’s it! A simple, flavorful dinner made with fresh ingredients and wild-harvested venison. It’s a great way to use your venison and I think you will love this recipe. Enjoy!
Happy Cooking,
Anna Sue
