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If you're wondering what to serve with venison, there are plenty of delicious side dishes that pair perfectly with wild game! No matter how you prepare your venison, we guarantee you'll find a fantastic recipe to compliment your dish!
19+ Fantastic recipes that will compliment your venison perfectly!
As Americans, most of us grow up eating the basic meats: beef, pork, chicken, etc. Venison is not nearly as prevalent on our tables despite being one of the leanest, most vitamin-packed proteins available.
If you’re looking to branch out from your usual recipes, try cooking with wild game! It’s delicious, flavorful, and arguably one of the most sustainable meats you can buy.
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- 2. Garlic Red Skin Mashed Potatoes
- 3. Easy Stuffing
- 4. Baked Beans
- 5. Garlic Butter Mushrooms
- 6. Crockpot Green Beans and Potatoes
- 7. Southern Fried Corn
- 8. Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
- 9. Sauteed Broccolini
- 10. Baked Potato
- 11. Baked Sweet Potatoes
- 12. Fried Cabbage
- 13. Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
- 14. Vermicelli Rice
- 15. Potatoes O’Brien
- 16. Caesar Salad
- 17. Buttered Peas and Carrots
- 18. Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese
- 19. Jiffy Jalapeño Cornbread
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I’ve compiled a list of some of my all-time favorite sides to serve with venison. Whether it’s an old favorite of yours or a new food adventure, these sides will help you build a very memorable meal!
1. Honey & Herb Oven Roasted Carrots
The natural sweetness comes out when you roast any vegetable, but carrots are particularly great. Drizzled in honey, butter and fresh rosemary and thyme, these veggies are even better.
They’re a family favorite and are a recurring side at our lunches and dinners.
Honey and Herb Roasted Carrots Recipe
This honey and herb oven-roasted carrots recipe is so flavorful and easy to prepare that it's quickly become a new family favorite! Even though I am REALLY looking forward to summer weather for outdoor grilling, oven roasting is simply the way to go when it comes to cooking vegetables to perfection. No more steaming, no more microwavable bags...crank up the oven temps and get roasting!
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2. Garlic Red Skin Mashed Potatoes
These are the creamiest mashed potatoes you’ll find. With both cream and cream cheese, they’re silky smooth with a touch of tang.
The roasted garlic adds a sweet element to balance it all out. For a rich, indulgent side that complements your venison any way you season it, look no further.
Red Skin Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Red skin mashed potatoes with roasted garlic and cream cheese are a classic holiday side dish and a staple for great family meals! The smooth, rich potatoes still have a few lumps to enjoy all of the wonderful textures of your red potatoes. If you're feeling the need for delicious mashed potatoes, then this dish is your next obsession!
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3. Easy Stuffing
Stuffing is one of my favorite parts of Thanksgiving, but who says you have to save it for the holidays? This recipe only takes 5 minutes to prep and goes great with game.
Herbs de Provence put a unique spin on the classic flavors of bread, broth, butter, onion, and garlic. Just saute your vegetables, mix it all together, and bake!
Easy Stuffing
Easy stuffing is a cornerstone recipe to Thanksgiving dinner, holiday meals, and amazingly tasty family dinners all year long! Classic ingredients including celery, onion, and ready-to-use stuffing cubes combine with tasty herbs to complement so many dishes!
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4. Baked Beans
This isn’t your average baked beans recipe. It’s full of meaty flavors from beef and bacon with a bit of liquid smoke for that just-off-the-grill taste.
I’m partial to beans with a bit of sweetness, so I also add some brown sugar for good measure. It’s a perfect complement to freshly grilled venison.
Baked Beans with Ground Beef and Bacon
Baked beans with ground beef and bacon are a satisfying side dish for BBQ dinners and cookouts! Baked beans are made sweet with brown sugar. They are made even better with added smoky flavors from hickory-smoked bacon and liquid smoke!!
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5. Garlic Butter Mushrooms
Mushrooms tossed in garlic butter are as addictive and rich as it sounds. This recipe, in particular, is delicious because of the added teriyaki sauce and steak seasoning.
They add a new level of flavor that blends really well with any meat you decide to serve.
Garlic Butter Mushrooms
These garlic butter mushrooms are decadently flavorful and are one of the easiest side dishes or appetizers you can make! They are savory, caramelized, and full of rich, buttery flavor! Just 10 minutes is all you need to saute this amazing dish to perfection!
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6. Crockpot Green Beans and Potatoes
Crockpots are an incredibly efficient way to make a meal. Infusing food with flavor as it slow-cooks churns out some of the best dishes you can imagine.
This green beans and potatoes recipe is no different. Cook these veggies with bacon, onion, broth, and garlic on low for 4 hours for a drool-worthy side.
Crockpot Green Beans and Potatoes
Crockpot green beans and potatoes are a 3-step side dish jam-packed with flavor from savory chicken broth, garlic, and delicious bacon! This easy, hands-off green beans recipe takes everyone's favorite vegetable and elevates it with the addition of perfectly tender potatoes!
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7. Southern Fried Corn
If you haven’t tried southern fried corn, you’re missing out! Take sweet corn to the next level with fried bacon, onion, garlic, and chives.
With just 15 minutes and 2 steps, you’ll have a side dish that is versatile enough to eat with your venison and whatever you’re making the next day. Be sure to make extra.
Southern Fried Corn
Southern fried corn is a delicious side dish you can whip up with only a few simple ingredients and it is chock-full of flavor! This is one of those quick recipes you are going to want to have in your arsenal for easy weeknight dinners!
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8. Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Some days you want something a bit fancy. Bacon wrapped asparagus is as impressive as it is tasty, and it’s not difficult at all.
Having a party? These make great appetizers and are easily scalable. Plus, they’re baked, so you won’t spend the evening wiping up grease!
Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Everything tastes better with crispy, salty bacon, and this baked bacon-wrapped asparagus recipe proves it! These bacon-wrapped spears of asparagus make a wonderful gourmet appetizer or side dish with very little fuss!
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9. Sauteed Broccolini
Lemon, pepper, and Parmesan are the not-so-secret ingredients that make this side unique. The taste of the broccolini comes through and is amplified by the citrusy, salty toppings.
When it’s cooked right, this tender, slightly crunchy vegetable is a real crowd-pleaser.
Sauteed Broccolini
Sauteed broccolini is a vegetable side dish that is easy to make. Everyone in the family will love to have with dinner! The tasty, tender veggie can be hard to find in stores but is totally worth grabbing every bunch on the shelves when you do find it!
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10. Baked Potato
Making a baked potato in the microwave is a huge time-saver. It will give you at least an extra 45 minutes of down time relative to baking them in the oven.
And by the time you add cheese, bacon, chives, and butter, you’ll forget why you ever did it any other way. Make as many or as few as you need and customize them for everyone in the family!
Microwave Baked Potato
A microwave-baked potato you can make in a matter of minutes, complete with all of your favorite toppings. This method is so easy, producing a perfect fluffy potato every time. Plus, it only takes 7 minutes to make.
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11. Baked Sweet Potatoes
Baked sweet potatoes go over well with the whole family, especially kids. It’s like getting away with dessert with dinner, but it’s healthier.
They’re easy to make ahead of time and reheat, and the insides can easily be taken out for mashed potatoes. Whichever way you serve them, they’re fabulous, particularly to balance out a savory piece of venison.
Baked Sweet Potatoes
Baked sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that bakes to fluffy perfection in your oven! Serve them sweet or savory—it’s up to you! However you decide to make them, they’re certain to be amazing!
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12. Fried Cabbage
Bacon makes everything better. Not only is it fantastic mixed into this fried cabbage with onions, but it’s a perfect topper for venison.
That rich, savory flavor paired with salty meat is outstanding. From start to finish it only takes 15 minutes.
Fried Cabbage
Fried cabbage with bacon is more than just a side dish, it’s a savory Southern classic that will turn cabbage haters into cabbage lovers! It can even be a satisfying main course your family will love! This quick and simple cabbage recipe is perfect for when you're craving comfort food like grandma used to make!
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13. Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
There’s a full pound of spinach in just 4 servings of this stuff! Kids will definitely get their vegetables with this creamy, cheesy concoction, and better yet, they will enjoy it!
Spinach, onions, garlic, and nutmeg are mixed with half and half, cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan for a decadent side or topping for bread or baked potatoes.
Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
Steakhouse creamed spinach is one of my all-time favorite sides because it's rich, creamy, and so easy to make! Spinach is coated in a creamy sauce loaded with mozzarella, cream cheese, and Parmesan – it’s perfect for Sunday dinner, date night, or anytime you want an amazing side!
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14. Vermicelli Rice
Simple can be better at times, and this is one of those times. Vermicelli pasta and basmati rice are lightly flavored with salt and pine nuts in this easy recipe.
It’s a subtle flavor that pairs well with virtually anything you decide to serve as a main course. It’s easy to personalize, too, if you want it to be more closely geared towards whatever you’re serving.
Vermicelli Rice
Vermicelli rice is an amazingly popular Middle Eastern side dish that combines toasted vermicelli pasta with long-grain Basmati rice! The flavorful rice side dish is easy to make, extremely versatile, and intensely flavorful. You would never know it only has a few ingredients!
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15. Potatoes O’Brien
Potatoes O’Brien take on flavors of the southwest. They’re fried with bell peppers and onion and make a perfect cowboy meal with a tender piece of venison and a chunk of the Jiffy jalapeño cornbread listed below.
With lots of words to describe this meal, it is anything but bland. Try it yourself!
Potatoes O'Brien
Potatoes O’Brien is a country breakfast favorite that is also wonderful next to the main dish at dinner time! Potatoes fried with red and green bell peppers and onions are simple and delicious! It truly is the ultimate breakfast side that the whole family will love!
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16. Caesar Salad
Caesar salad is a classic for good reason. This made-from-scratch dressing has a strong parmesan flavor with a touch of Dijon mustard combined with zesty lemon juice and mayonnaise.
And for anyone worried about the traditional preparation, no, this recipe does not require anchovies and egg yolks.
Caesar Salad Dressing Without Anchovies
This Caesar salad dressing without anchovies is delicious, creamy, and easy to make with just a few ingredients! It whips up in minutes with no eggs or anchovies needed! Soon, you'll have a rich, flavorful dressing ready to use!
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17. Buttered Peas and Carrots
If you’re a regular on this site, you know buttered peas and carrots is another family favorite. They’re amazingly delicious and perfect for picky eaters.
The natural sweetness of two of the sweeter vegetables out there is amplified by a mix of butter and honey. Add your favorite fresh herbs for a unique twist on an everyday side, and your diners will go crazy for it.
Buttered Peas & Carrots
Tasty buttered peas & carrots are a classic vegetable side dish that can easily be made either on the stove or in the microwave! Sometimes the most simple recipes are the best, and this delicious combination of tender carrots and buttery sweet peas is one of those times!
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18. Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Three different kinds of cheese baked with onion and garlic powder, milk, and cream. It really is next level. Eggs add even more richness to an already indulgent dish.
A touch of cheddar sprinkled on top gets extra crispy in the oven. Yum!
Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese
This Southern baked macaroni and cheese is a wonderfully creamy and extra cheesy side dish that everyone will love! Made with a minimum of three kinds of cheese to make the best mac and cheese that is sure to be a family favorite! You'll be bringing it along to every potluck, cookout, and holiday!
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19. Jiffy Jalapeño Cornbread
If you’ve ever been intimidated by the idea of making cornbread, this is the recipe for you! Using a premixed base like Jiffy keeps things simple, and the addition of jalapeños, red bell peppers, and cheddar cheese add incredible flavor.
Sour cream keeps it from becoming too dry. A perfect side for your venison dish!
Jiffy Jalapeno Cornbread
This easy Jiffy jalapeno cornbread is a tasty Mexican-inspired cornbread combining the convenience of Jiffy corn muffin mix with jalapenos and more! Mix everything up in one bowl and transfer it into a baking dish or cast-iron skillet for perfect cornbread in no time at all!
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Any of these recipes will make a wonderful pairing for venison, any which way you cook it! Tell us about your favorite venison recipes by dropping us a comment below!
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What To Serve With Venison: Garlic Butter Mushrooms (+More Great Recipes!)
If you're wondering what to serve with venison, there are plenty of delicious side dishes that pair perfectly with wild game! No matter how you prepare your venison, we guarantee you'll find a fantastic recipe to compliment your dish!
Author | Angela
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 161kcal
Prep 3 minutes minutes
Cooking 7 minutes minutes
Total Time 10 minutes minutes
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Ingredients
- 1 lbs button mushrooms (or other variety, halved and quartered)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
- 3 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce (optional or use Better Than Bouillon beef base or Worcestershire sauce)
- 1 teaspoon steak seasoning (or salt and pepper to taste)
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Instructions
Clean and cut your mushrooms into even sizes from full size to halved or quartered.
Over medium heat add the olive oil and butter to a frying pan.
Add the mushrooms, garlic, better than bouillon, and steak seasoning.
Stir in the butter garlic sauce until the mushrooms are browned slightly about 5 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and saute until mushrooms are nice and tender about another 5 minutes.
Plate the mushrooms, then serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 161kcal (8%) | Carbohydrates: 5g (2%) | Protein: 4g (8%) | Fat: 15g (23%) | Saturated Fat: 8g (50%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg (10%) | Sodium: 106mg (5%) | Potassium: 375mg (11%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 363IU (7%) | Vitamin C: 3mg (4%) | Calcium: 15mg (2%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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Cuisine American
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