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Homemade Venison Pepperoni: A Flavor-Packed Adventure

Homemade Venison Pepperoni

Discover the joy of making Homemade Venison Pepperoni: A Flavor-Packed Adventure that's perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Curing Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Meat Blend
  • 2 pounds ground venison
  • 1 pound ground beef
Spices
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup cold water

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sausage Casings
  • Smoking or Baking Device

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground venison and ground beef.
  2. Add the kosher salt, sugar, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard seeds, fennel seeds, crushed red pepper flakes, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, and cold water to the meat mixture.
  3. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  4. Stuff the mixture into casings or shape into logs.
  5. Cure the pepperoni according to your preferred method.
  6. Once cured, smoke or bake at low temperature for desired doneness and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 20gFat: 10g

Notes

Customize your spice blend for unique flavor profiles. Store in parchment paper and refrigerate for up to two weeks.

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