Best Smoked Venison Roast On Pellet Grill

Make this easy Smoked Venison Roast on a pellet grill recipe with your deer roast! Don't worry about the tough texture of deer meat - this recipe will make it juicy, tender, and full of delicious smoky flavor.

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I love cooking venison, especially roasts. Smoking venison on the pellet grill always makes it juicy and tender, whether a venison leg roast or a neck roast.

Some people say venison tastes gamey, but I find it quite delicious. When smoked, venison takes on a rich, smoky flavor that is perfect for any meal.

You can even make this easy homemade Au Jus Gravy Recipe to go with it. You don't even need drippings!

❤️Why you will love this smoked venison roast recipe

• Venison is lean. Venison is a lean meat, low in fat and calories, and it's a good source of protein, vitamin B12, niacin, and zinc.
• Easy to make. The pellet grill does most of the work with only a few minutes of prep required - pretty much hands-off cooking.
• Juicy and tender. The smoker cooks venison low and slow, keeping the meat juicy and tender. The slow cooking process helps to break down the tough connective tissue.
• Flavorful. The smoke enhances the natural flavor of the venison, and the dry rub adds terrific flavor.

🧂 Recipe Ingredients

This venison roast is easy to make with simple ingredients.

• Venison roast. The recipe calls for a 2 to 3-pound roast. You could also use an elk roast, moose roast, or beef roast at least 1 inch thick.
• Olive oil. This is so the dry rub has something to stick to. You could also use avocado oil.
• Homemade dry rub made with chili powder, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. You could also use your favorite spice rub.

See the printable recipe card for quantities and a complete list of ingredients.

♨️ How To Smoke Venison Roast On A Pellet Grill

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your pellet smoker to 250 degrees F. You can use a Traeger smoker, a Pit Boss smoker, or an electric smoker. Top up with wood pellets or wood chips.

Step 2: Trim excess fat off the roast and remove any silver skin, as it is tough and may leave more of a gamey taste. Use a paper towel to pat it dry.

Step 3: Rub the deer roast all over with a light coating of olive oil. This will help the spice rub adhere to the roast.

Step 4: Combine the ingredients for the homemade rub in a small bowl. Sprinkle the dry rub all over the outside of the roast. Use your fingers to push the rub into the sides of the roast so it doesn't fall off.

Step 5: Place roast in the preheated smoker directly on the grill grate. Close the lid and smoke for 1.5 hours.

Step 6: After smoking for 1.5 hours, lower the heat to 'SMOKE' and smoke venison for one more hour. This extra smoke flavor will give the smoked meat even more flavor!

Aim for an internal temperature of 135°F for a medium-rare venison roast. I take mine off between 135°F and 145°F. However, according to FoodSafety.gov, venison should be cooked to 160°F.

Step 7: Remove the roast from the smoker, cover it with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 15 minutes. Place the meat on a cutting board, slice and serve with your favorite sides.

📖 Variations

• Spicy: Add red chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the spice rub.
• Garlic: Make slits in the meat with a sharp knife and insert a few whole garlic cloves.
• Adjust sweetness: To add more sweetness, increase the amount of brown sugar. Reduce or omit the brown sugar in the rub to make it less sweet.
• Saucy - Add your favorite barbecue sauce during the last few minutes of smoking.
• Deluxe - Wrap several slices of bacon around the roast for extra flavor.

💭 Expert Tips

• Make sure your roast is thawed entirely.
• Let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before placing it on the smoker.
• The longer it 'smokes,' the stronger the smoke flavor will be.
• Garnish with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme.

❓ Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

🥗 What To Serve With Smoked Deer Roast?

I like to serve this roast with Smoked Corn on the Cob, Smoked Baked Beans with Bacon, and Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad or Creamy Coleslaw with Mayo.

It also goes great with Broccoli Crunch Salad and Smoked Baked Potatoes on Pellet Grill or Ultra Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes.

👩🏻‍🍳 More Venison Recipes You'll Love

This Pellet Smoked Deer Roast is a must-try for a lover of wild game meats! Please take a moment to rate the recipe 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 and leave a comment below!

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