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Hunting Camp Venison Stew: Hearty Outdoor Dinner

This robust hunting venison stew is perfect for warming up after a long day in the field, offering a satisfying meal to refuel and relax by the fire.

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Added August 18, 2026
Source: therockymountainwoman.com
Hunting Camp Venison Stew: Hearty Outdoor Dinner
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 180 min
Serves: 6
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • •3 lbs venison
  • •2 t salt
  • •3 T safflower oil
  • •1 large onion
  • •1/2 C all purpose flour
  • •2 C beef broth
  • •3/4 C barley
  • •3 large carrots
  • •3 large potatoes
  • •3 C water
  • •ground pepper
  • •1/2 C frozen peas

Equipment

  • • Dutch oven

Instructions

  1. 1Cube and salt venison
  2. 2Put oil in oven and place over hot coals for a few minutes
  3. 3Carefully add venison and chopped onion
  4. 4Let the venison and onion cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally
  5. 5Add flour and stirring constantly, let it cook for another few minutes
  6. 6Slowly add the beef broth, stirring constantly
  7. 7Add about a cup of water, stir thoroughly and cover, cook for about an hour
  8. 8Add barley and let cook for another hour, adding more water as needed
  9. 9Add carrots and let cook for another 15 minutes
  10. 10Add potatoes, more water if needed, cover and cook for another hour or so
  11. 11Add peas in the last 10 minutes of cooking

Camp tips

  • • Keep an eye on your fire, adding wood or coals as necessary.
  • • Check your oven every half hour and add water if it starts to look dry.

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