Venison Chili Cheese Fries Recipe

Name: Venison Chili Cheese Fries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 cups chopped onions; Salt and cayenne; 2 pounds of ground venison; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; Crushed red pepper; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 3 cups crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup tomato paste; 3 cups beef stock; 2 tablespoons masa flour; 1 1/2 pounds shoestring potatoes; 1/2 pound grated Cheddar cheese; 1/2 pound grated Monterey Jack cheese; 1 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup pickled jalapenos

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups chopped onions
Salt and cayenne
2 pounds of ground venison
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
Crushed red pepper
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
3 cups crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup tomato paste
3 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons masa flour
1 1/2 pounds shoestring potatoes
1/2 pound grated Cheddar cheese
1/2 pound grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup pickled jalapenos

1
Preheat the fryer.
2
In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil.
3
When the oil is hot, add the onions and saute for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to wilt.
4
Season with salt and cayenne.
5
Stir in the venison , chili powder, cumin, crushed red pepper, and oregano.
6
Brown the meat for 5 to 6 minutes.
7
Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, and 2 1/2 cups beef stock.
8
Bring the liquid up to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
9
Simmer the liquid, uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, or until the venison is tender.
10
Skim off the fat occasionally.
11
Mix the masa and remaining stock together.
12
Slowly stir in the masa slurry and continue to cook for 30 minutes.
13
Reseason with salt and cayenne.
14
Fry the shoestring potatoes in batches until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
15
Remove the shoestrings from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate.
16
Season the fries with salt and pepper.
17
Cover the bottom of a large, glass rectangular pan with the shoestrings.
18
Sprinkle 3 cups of the two cheeses over the fries.
19
Place the fries in the oven and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, just until the cheese melts.
20
Remove the pan from the oven and spoon the chili over the top of the fries.
21
Garnish with the remaining cheese, sour cream and jalapenos

920

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 cups chopped onions, Salt and cayenne, 2 pounds of ground venison, and more.

Yes, Venison Chili Cheese Fries falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Venison Chili Cheese Fries

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