31 Aug, 2025
RECIPE: Maui Nui Venison Banh Mi Sliders
PREP: 40 MinutesCOOK: 10 Minutes
Serves - 2
DIFFICULTY: intermediate
Maui Nui Venison ground with lemongrass and ginger, seared until juicy, layered with pickled carrot and daikon for crunch, spicy mayo for heat, and cilantro to brighten every bite.
Ross Deutsch
Ingredients
- 1 lb Maui Nui Ground Venison
- 1 stalk Lemongrass, finely minced
- 1 Tbsp Ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Fish sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1 Tbsp Avocado oil
- 1 medium Carrot, julienned
- 1 small Daikon radish, julienned
- 1/2 cup Rice vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp (adjust to taste) Sriracha
- 1 Tbsp Lime juice
- 8 Mini brioche buns
- 1/2 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 Jalapeno, thinly sliced
DIRECTIONS
Pickled Vegetables
- In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and water. Bring to a simmer until sugar and salt dissolve.
- Pour the hot brine over carrots and daikon in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 20 minutes, or refrigerate for a more chilled texture.
Sliders
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground venison, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form into 8 patties, about 2 inches wide, pressing slightly to flatten.
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Spicy Mayo
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice. Adjust spice level to taste.
To Plate
- Lightly toast the brioche buns.
- Spread spicy mayo on both cut sides of each bun.
- Place a venison patty on the bottom bun.
- Top with a generous amount of pickled vegetables, fresh cilantro, and jalapeño slices.
- Cap with the top bun and serve immediately.