Description
Delicious venison shank tacos paired with a refreshing apple slaw for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds venison shanks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6-8 corn tortillas
- 1 apple, shredded
- 1 cup green cabbage, shredded
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the venison shanks and brown on all sides.
- Remove the shanks and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Return the venison to the pot, add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, along with enough water to cover the meat.
- Simmer for 120-180 minutes or until the meat is tender and can be shredded.
- While the meat cooks, mix the shredded apple, cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl to create the apple slaw.
- Once the venison is cooked, shred the meat and serve it in warmed corn tortillas topped with apple slaw.
Notes
Allow the slaw to chill for a few hours to enhance the flavors. Warm tortillas before serving for added comfort.
