Carolina Style Barbecued Venison 🦌
Overview:
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 20 sandwiches
- Calories per serving: 344
- Category: Deer 🌿
- Keywords: Wild Game, Meat, Weeknight, Oven 🍖🔥
Description:
Get ready for a flavor-packed journey with this Carolina Style Barbecued Venison recipe! 🤤 This technique takes a bit of time, but trust me, the succulent results are absolutely worth the wait. By adding just the right amount of fat to a lean piece of venison, we’re creating a dish that’s like heaven for deer lovers. Forget Hog heaven, this is where the magic happens! 🌟
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 7-10 | Venison shoulder |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1 | Ground black pepper |
| 1 1/2 | Cider vinegar |
| 2 | Water |
| 1/2 | Brown sugar |
| 1/2 | Red pepper flakes |
| 2 | Salt (for rubbing) |
| 1 | Black pepper (for rubbing) |
Instructions:
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Prepare the BBQ Sauce:
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- Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat.
- This can be done while the venison is cooking.
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Prep the Venison:
- Prepare your charcoal grill for indirect cooking. 🔥
- If using a gas grill, ensure no burners are directly under the meat.
- Rub the venison shoulder with salt and ground black pepper.
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Grilling:
- Place the seasoned venison on the grill and cover with the lid.
- Grill over medium to low heat for two hours, maintaining a steady temperature.
- Baste the meat with oil every 20 minutes for added juiciness.
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Adding Flavor:
- Every 30 minutes, introduce wet Hickory chips to the charcoal flames for that signature smoky flavor.
- If using a gas grill, follow the manufacturer’s suggestions for adding wood chips.
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Oven Finish:
- Remove the venison shoulder from the grill and transfer it to a Dutch oven.
- Preheat your oven to 225 degrees Fahrenheit (107 degrees Celsius).
- Bake the venison, covered, in the oven for 3 hours until tender and juicy.
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Shred and Sauce:
- After the cooking time, allow the venison to cool slightly.
- Shred the meat from the bone using two forks.
- Toss the shredded venison with the prepared BBQ sauce.
- For extra flavor, add some of the pan drippings to the mix.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Load up your CWB’s (cheap white buns) with the tender, saucy venison.
- Top with a generous helping of cole slaw for that perfect crunch.
- If you like it spicy, add a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce.
- 🍽️ Serve these Carolina Style Barbecued Venison sandwiches hot and watch them disappear!
Pro Tips:
- Temperature Check: Ensure your grill maintains a steady medium to low heat for optimal cooking.
- Wood Chip Magic: The Hickory chips add that irresistible smoky flavor, don’t skip this step!
- Extra Juiciness: Basting with oil during grilling keeps the venison moist and flavorful.
- Personalize Your Sandwich: Feel free to add your favorite toppings like pickles, onions, or even a slice of cheese!
Note:
- These cooking times and temperatures have worked perfectly for my grill setup. However, depending on your grill and the weight of your venison shoulder, you may need to adjust the oven temperature accordingly for best results. 🌡️
Get ready for a taste sensation with this Carolina Style Barbecued Venison recipe! 🎉 Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with your culinary skills, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds. So fire up the grill, get that venison shoulder ready, and let’s create some delicious memories together! 🌿🔥
