Description
Unique savory venison doughnuts with a delicious tangy glaze – a perfect game meat appetizer that’s sure to impress at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground venison (with 15-20% fat content)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (rosemary, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground venison, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly but don’t overwork.
- Form the mixture into 12 small patties, then shape each into a doughnut by pressing your thumb through the center and gently widening the hole.
- Chill the formed doughnuts for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.
- Heat oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or heavy pot (or prepare air fryer if using that method).
- Cook doughnuts until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side if frying, or 10-12 minutes in an air fryer at 375°F.
- While doughnuts cook, prepare the glaze by combining apple cider vinegar, honey and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Reduce until slightly thickened.
- Drain cooked doughnuts on paper towels, then brush with the tangy glaze before serving warm.
Notes
- Ensure venison has enough fat content (15-20%) for the best texture, or consider adding a bit of pork fat if needed.
- For a lighter option, you can air fry instead of deep frying.
- These can be made ahead and reheated in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
- The glaze can be adjusted to your taste preference – add more honey for sweetness or more pepper flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 210
Keywords: venison, game meat, savory doughnuts, wild game, hunting season, appetizer
