Mesquite Lime Venison Roast Recipe

Name: Mesquite Lime Venison Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lbs (2.3 kg). venison hind-quarter roast; 2 liter Coca-Cola; 3 Tbsp (45 ml) instant meat tenderizer; 1 cup (225 ml) Mesquite-Lime Marinade; 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil; salt and pepper, to taste; 2/3 cup (150 ml) Italian viniagrette salad dressing; 3 Tbsp (45 ml) frozen limeade concentrate; 1 Tbsp (15 ml) sugar; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) mesquite flavor Liquid Smoke; 1/4 cup (60 ml) water or wine

Servings: persons

5 lbs (2.3 kg). venison hind-quarter roast
2 liter Coca-Cola
3 Tbsp (45 ml) instant meat tenderizer
1 cup (225 ml) Mesquite-Lime Marinade
1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
salt and pepper, to taste
2/3 cup (150 ml) Italian viniagrette salad dressing
3 Tbsp (45 ml) frozen limeade concentrate
1 Tbsp (15 ml) sugar
1/2 tsp (2 ml) mesquite flavor Liquid Smoke
1/4 cup (60 ml) water or wine

1
Prepare marinade: place all ingredients in bowl and stir.
2
Pat venison roast dry with towel.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
In large stock pot brown/sear roast in vegetable oil.
5
Cover roast with Coca-Cola.
6
Add meat tenderizer.
7
Cover and simmer on low heat until falling apart tender (several hours).
8
More Coca-Cola can be added as necessary.
9
When roast is done remove from residual stock/cola.
10
Add mesquite-lime marinade to pot and bring to a boil.
11
Pull apart roast into serving pieces.
12
Spoon cooking sauce over the pulled venison.
13
Cover and keep warm.
14
Serve.

168

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 lbs (2.3 kg). venison hind-quarter roast, 2 liter Coca-Cola, 3 Tbsp (45 ml) instant meat tenderizer, 1 cup (225 ml) Mesquite-Lime Marinade, and more.

Yes, Mesquite Lime Venison Roast falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mesquite Lime Venison Roast

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