Venison Goulash Recipe (2024)

This ground venison goulash recipe is full of flavor and super simple – perfect for a weeknight dinner! Ground deer meat, savory sauce, spices, and cheese, combined with elbow macaroni for a deliciously easy ground venison recipe.

Traditional goulash can be bland and boring, but this venison goulash recipe is FULL of delicious flavors! I promise, this goulash recipe is elevated from its traditional counterpart; you’re going to love it!

Ingredients Needed

• 1 1/2 cups dry elbow macaroni
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 1/2 pound ground venison
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 1/2 small white onion – chopped
• 5 oz. tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 6 oz. sliced mushrooms
• 1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1-1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (depending on how cheesy you prefer)

How to make ground venison goulash recipe

1. Boil the elbow macaroni, drain, then set aside.
2. While the macaroni is cooking, add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion, and cook until fragrant and softened. Then add the ground venison and minced garlic and cook until the meat is no longer pink.
3. Add the remaining ingredients, except the cheese and macaroni, to the skillet. Stir to combine; bring to a simmer, then reduce to low. Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, or until the mushrooms are softened.
4. Add the boiled macaroni, stirring to combine. Then add the shredded cheese, stir to combine, and serve immediately.

Recipe FAQs and Notes

What is goulash made of?

The core ingredients of most any goulash recipe is elbow macaroni, ground meat of some sort, typically beef, and tomatoes – whole, diced, paste, sauce, etc.

Can I use ground elk in place of ground venison?

Yes! You can swap in ground elk meat in this recipe and follow the directions just as you would with ground deer meat.

Is venison healthier than beef?

Venison contains about 50% less fat than beef, making it low in fat and high in protein.

Recipe notes

• Swap in ground elk meat, if preferred.
• Spice up your goulash by adding in extra veggies like chopped green peppers, or kick up the heat by adding a dash of red pepper flakes!

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What to serve with venison goulash? Try these side dish recipes!

• Cheesy Smoked Potatoes
• Honey Caramelized Brussel Sprouts
• Sautéed Green Beans & Mushrooms

Try these additional venison recipes!

• Spaghetti Sauce made with Ground Venison
• Smoked Ground Venison
• Ground Venison Kabobs

Have ground elk in the freezer? Check out these recipes!

• Elk Bolognese Sauce
• Elk Chili Recipe
• Elk Swedish Meatballs

Venison Goulash Recipe

Venison Goulash Recipe

Yield: 8

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

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Total Time: 30 minutes

This ground venison goulash recipe is full of flavor and super simple - perfect for a weeknight dinner! Ground deer meat, savory sauce, spices, and cheese, combined with elbow macaroni for a deliciously easy ground venison recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups dry elbow macaroni
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 1/2 pound ground venison
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 1/2 small white onion - chopped
• 5 oz. tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 6 oz. sliced mushrooms
• 1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1-1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (depending on how cheesy you prefer)

Instructions

1. Boil the elbow macaroni, drain, then set aside.
2. While the macaroni is cooking, add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion, and cook until fragrant and softened. Then add in the ground venison and minced garlic and cook until the meat is no longer pink. There shouldn't be any excess grease to drain.
3. Add the remaining ingredients, except the cheese and macaroni, to the skillet. Stir to combine; bring to a simmer, then reduce to low. Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, or until the mushrooms are softened.
4. Add the boiled macaroni, stirring to combine. Then add the shredded cheese, stir to combine, and serve immediately.

Notes

• Swap in ground elk meat, if preferred.
• Spice up your goulash by adding in extra veggies like chopped green peppers, or kick up the heat by adding a dash of red pepper flakes!
  

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 306Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 501mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 29g

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