Campfire
Dinner
Gluten-Free
Low-Carb
Campfire Venison Steaks for Hunting Camp
Get a hard crust without drying out lean meat. Throw these steaks over the fire after a long day in the woods for an easy camp dinner.
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Added November 4, 2026

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 12 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- •4 pieces venison steaks
- •2 tablespoons olive oil
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1 teaspoon black pepper
- •1 teaspoon garlic powder
- •1 teaspoon onion powder
- •to taste fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary)
Equipment
- • grill
- • skillet
- • mixing bowl
- • measuring spoons
- • tongs
Instructions
- 1Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and fresh herbs.
- 3Rub the mixture over both sides of the venison steaks.
- 4Place the steaks on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-6 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, until they reach your desired doneness.
- 5Remove from heat and allow the steaks to rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Camp tips
- • For best results, let the venison steaks marinate for a few hours in the seasoning mixture.
- • Serve with sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Food safety & trail facts
- Calories:
- 350
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