Venison Sausage Creole
Savor the bold, smoky flavors of Venison Sausage Creole, a hearty and aromatic dish that brings the essence of Louisiana cuisine straight to your table. Featuring tender, spiced venison sausage simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with the "Holy Trinity" of Creole cooking—onions, bell peppers, and celery—this recipe is elevated with layers of garlic, Creole seasoning, and a tangy kick from Worcestershire and hot sauce. The dish comes together in under an hour, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it over fluffy white rice and top with vibrant green onions for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal that delivers authentic Southern comfort. Perfect for fans of Cajun and Creole flavors, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to explore game meat in a flavorful new way!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound venison sausage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups cooked white rice, for serving
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Slice the venison sausage into 1/2-inch rounds and brown them in the skillet for 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and tomato paste. Mix well.
Add the hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Creole seasoning, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate.
Return the venison sausage to the skillet, mixing it into the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the mixture simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.
Serve the Venison Sausage Creole over a bed of freshly cooked white rice, garnishing with sliced green onions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.4 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.7 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 267 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 10164 mg | 442% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.1 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 84.5 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 465 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 4050 mg | 86% | |
*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.
