Deer Stew with Tomatoes

Deer Stew with Tomatoes is a hearty, rustic dish featuring tender venison slow-cooked in a rich, tangy tomato-based sauce. It typically includes aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, along with herbs such as thyme and bay leaf, and is often enriched with red wine or broth. This dish is popular in various European cuisines, particularly in regions with a strong hunting tradition, such as Central and Eastern Europe.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This stew is a high-protein, moderate-fat dish, with the venison providing lean protein and the tomatoes offering vitamins and antioxidants. A typical serving provides a substantial amount of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a calorie range of approximately 350-450 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	580 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Zinc	6.2 mg
Potassium	680 mg
Vitamin B12	3.8 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	220 mcg RAE
Selenium	28 mcg
Phosphorus	290 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Venison is a very lean meat, making this stew a protein-rich option with less saturated fat than many other red meat stews. The slow-cooking process tenderizes the game meat while allowing the tomatoes to break down into a deeply flavorful sauce, creating a dish that is both nutritious and culturally significant in hunting communities.