Description
A bold and comforting dish featuring crispy tortilla strips layered with seasoned venison, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. This creative twist on loaded fries delivers crunch, richness, and vibrant flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
1 lb ground venison
1 packet taco seasoning
8 corn tortillas, sliced into strips
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded cabbage
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup sour cream
Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla strips until golden and crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, cook ground venison, breaking it apart until browned evenly.
- Add taco seasoning and a small amount of water to the venison. Simmer until thickened.
- Arrange crispy tortilla strips on a serving platter or plates.
- Layer seasoned venison over the tortilla strips and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Top with shredded cabbage, salsa, sour cream, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Substitute venison with ground beef or turkey if needed.
Bake tortilla strips at 400°F (200°C) for a lighter alternative.
Add jalapeños or spicy salsa for extra heat.
Try Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese for variation.
Serve immediately to keep tortilla strips crispy.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat components separately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 720 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
