Hamburger Crumble or Venison

Elevate your weeknight meals with this versatile Hamburger Crumble or Venison recipe, a savory blend of bold seasonings and hearty protein that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Featuring tender ground beef or venison, aromatic garlic, and onion, this one-skillet dish is infused with rich tomato paste and a medley of spices like paprika, cumin, and chili powder for a flavorful punch. Perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or casseroles, this recipe offers a budget-friendly, high-protein option with customizable seasoning to suit your taste. Whether you're using classic beef or lean, gamey venison, this quick and easy recipe delivers a deliciously satisfying meal the whole family will love. Perfect as a go-to dinner idea for busy nights, it’s the ultimate comfort food with endless serving possibilities!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or venison
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cup beef broth or water
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef or venison to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and no longer pink.

Step 5

Drain any excess grease from the skillet, if necessary.

Step 6

Push the meat mixture to one side, and add the tomato paste to the cleared portion of the skillet. Cook the tomato paste for 1-2 minutes to deepen its flavor, then stir it into the meat mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth or water and stir to combine.

Step 8

Add the paprika, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, stirring well to evenly coat the meat.

Step 9

Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken slightly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Step 11

Serve hot as a filling for tacos, on top of rice, or as a component in casseroles. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	749.6 grams (749.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1375

Total Fat 106.10g	136%
Saturated Fat 38.70g	194%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 363mg	121%
Sodium 2616mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 23.90g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5.70g	20%
Total Sugars 9.00g
Protein 81.70g	163%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 169mg	13%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 1914mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.3%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 6.9%