Tacos de Barbacoa de Venado
Tacos de Barbacoa de Venado are a deliciously tender and flavorful Mexican BBQ dish made with marinated venison, slow-cooked to perfection. These tacos are served with fresh toppings and a spicy salsa, making them a unique and satisfying meal.

180 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
420 kcal
Ingredients
- Venison shoulder - 500 grams
- Lime juice - 60 ml (about 2 limes)
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Oregano - 1 teaspoon
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Bay leaves - 2
- Water - 500 ml
- Corn tortillas - 4
- Chopped onion - 50 grams
- Chopped cilantro - 30 grams
- Salsa verde - 100 grams
Steps
- 1. Cut the venison shoulder into large chunks and place in a bowl.
- 2. In a separate bowl, combine lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
- 3. Pour the marinade over the venison, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 4. In a large pot, add the marinated venison, bay leaves, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 5. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the venison is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- 6. Remove the venison from the pot and shred it using two forks.
- 7. Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat until warm and pliable.
- 8. Assemble the tacos by placing shredded venison on each tortilla and topping with chopped onion, cilantro, and salsa verde.
- 9. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in essential vitamins and minerals, promoting overall health.
Tags
MexicanHalalBBQ