Stir-Fried Venison Recipe

Name: Stir-Fried Venison
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 Chinese dried black mushrooms; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1/2 pound boneless loin of venison in thin slices; 1/2 tablespoon peanut oil; 1/2 teaspoon finely minced garlic; 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh hot green chili pepper; 3/4 cup sweet red pepper in thin slivers; 1/4 cup chopped scallions; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Servings: persons

6 Chinese dried black mushrooms
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 pound boneless loin of venison in thin slices
1/2 tablespoon peanut oil
1/2 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh hot green chili pepper
3/4 cup sweet red pepper in thin slivers
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

1
Place mushrooms in a bowl, cover with warm water and allow to sit for 30 minutes to soften.
2
Mix soy sauce, sherry, sugar, cornstarch and vinegar together in a bowl.
3
Cut venison into strips about one-half-inch wide and two-inches long, mix with the soy sauce mixture and allow to marinate for 30 minutes.
4
After 30 minutes drain the mushrooms, remove stems and cut caps into slivers.
5
Drain the venison, reserving the marinade.
6
Heat oil in a wok or a skillet.
7
Stir-fry the garlic, ginger and chili for a few seconds, then add the red peppers and mushrooms.
8
Stir-fry for several minutes.
9
Add the venison.
10
Continue to stir-fry until the venison strips begin to firm up.
11
Add the marinade mixture and stir-fry until the sauce begins to thicken, add the scallions and sesame oil, stir-fry another few seconds, then serve.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 Chinese dried black mushrooms, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon dry sherry, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Stir-Fried Venison 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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Stir-Fried Venison

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