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KeepItSimpleAnnaSue

Venison Sloppy Joes: How to Make This Easy Recipe!

5 from 1 vote
These really are amazing! Venison Sloppy Joes are delicious and you will want to lick the plate! Pair them with some good buttery buns and you are set! Enjoy
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. ground venison (you can substitute any wild game or beef)
  • 1 small onion (diced) (use 1/2 an onion if you don't want that much)
  • 1 rib of diced celery
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1 ( 6 oz.) can of tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • ΒΌ cup water
  • 3 tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • 2 tsp. black pepper
  • Hawaiian rolls, hamburger buns, or any bun of choice
  • 3 tbsp. butter or olive oil
Optional Topping
  • pickles
  • banana pepper
  • onions
  • shredded or sliced cheese

Equipment

  • skillet or cooking pan of choice
  • meat chopper (this one is my favorite)

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil over medium heat in a skillet.
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  2. Add in the ground venison, diced onion, and diced celery.
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  3. Cook until browned and the veggies are tender.
  4. Add in the garlic and cook for one more minute.
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  5. Add in the ketchup, BBQ sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, vinegar, water, salt, and pepper. Stir.
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  6. Bring to a soft simmer, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
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