TROPICAL VENISON BURGER

By Justin Townsend
https://harvestingnature.com/
IG: @harvestingnature

Servings: 4
Prep time: 
Cook time: 1 hour 

When the days get longer and the backyard grill starts calling your name, it’s time to bring bold flavors to the table. This burger blends the best of grilling season with warm island vibes. Lean ground venison meets bright aromatics like ginger and green onion, while sweet and savory fixings take each bite to a whole new level. Whether you're flipping burgers after a hunt or just craving something wild and different, this recipe will make your summer meals unforgettable. Fire up the grill! Paradise is just a few patties away.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground venison
• 1⁄2 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 1⁄2 cup finely grated carrots
• 1 teaspoon freshly minced ginger
• 1 egg
• 1⁄2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 Tablespoon of Harvesting Nature’s Big Game Blend
• Dash salt
• 4 King’s Hawaiian Sweet Hamburger Buns

Recommended Fixings:

• Sprouts
• Lettuce
• White cheddar cheese
• Sweet and sour sauce
• Deli mustard
• Grilled Pineapple

Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill.
2. In a large bowl, gently mix the ground venison, grated carrots, green onions, ginger, egg, panko, soy sauce, salt, and Big Game Blend until combined.
3. Form the mixture into four equal patties. Try not to overwork the meat.
4. Cook patties for about 4 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temp of 150 degrees F, or your preferred temperature.
5. Avoid pressing down on the patties to retain moisture.
6. Lightly toast the burger buns.
7. Place a venison patty on the bottom bun.
8. Add optional toppings
9. Finish with the top bun and serve hot.