Fried Venison Backstrap

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Tender venison backstrap is sliced thinly before being breaded and fried to make a savory crispy crust.

Submitted by Nicole Holland Green
Updated on September 15, 2023
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 50 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 1 (2 pound) venison backstrap, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices

  • 2 ½ cups milk, divided

  • 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce

  • 3 cups vegetable oil for frying

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons salt

  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper

  • 2 eggs

Directions

  1. Place venison slices into a shallow bowl and pour in 2 cups milk and hot sauce. Stir to coat, then cover and marinate for 1 hour.

    an overhead shot of venison slices marinating in a bowl of milk and hot sauce

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  2. Heat vegetable oil in an electric fryer or skillet to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

  3. Set up a dredging station: Stir together flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Whisk eggs and remaining 1/2 cup milk together in a separate shallow bowl.

    an overhead shot of flour dredge and whisked eggs in two glass bowls

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  4. Dip venison slices into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, then back into the flour mixture. Shake off excess flour.

    an overhead shot of venison slices in dredge, egg mixture and laid out on baking pan

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  5. Fry in the hot oil until lightly browned on each side, about 3 minutes. Remove with tongs and drain briefly on paper towels before serving.

    an overhead shot of Fried Venison Backstrap on a baking sheet with paper towels

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

438 Calories
14g Fat
40g Carbs
35g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 438
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 149mg 50%
Sodium 1944mg 85%
Total Carbohydrate 40g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 35g 70%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 113mg 9%
Iron 7mg 36%
Potassium 558mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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