Crock Pot Corned Venison is made with corned venison, Guinness stout, malt vinegar, pickling spice, onion, and carrot. This recipe creates a deeply flavorful and tender meat dish. It takes about 5 hours and 5 minutes to prepare and serves 12.
Crock Pot Corned Venison Ingredients
- 3 lb corned venison (can substitute beef; round or top round preferred)
- 1 onion, quartered
- 1 large carrot, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 (12 oz) bottle Guinness Stout
- About 1/2 cup malt vinegar
- 2 tablespoons pickling spice
- Water to almost cover
How To Make Crock Pot Corned Venison
- Add Ingredients: Place the corned venison into the slow cooker. Add onion, carrot, Guinness, malt vinegar, and pickling spice.
- Add Water: Pour in enough water to barely cover the meat.
- Start Cooking: Set the slow cooker to HIGH. Once the liquid begins to bubble, reduce the heat to LOW.
- Slow Cook: Cook on LOW for about 5 hours, or until the venison is very tender and reaches an internal temperature of 185°F.
- Serve or Store: Use in corned venison and cabbage, or slice for sandwiches like Reubens.

Recipe Tips
- Use Guinness and Malt Vinegar: These ingredients are essential for flavor—do not skip them.
- Check Internal Temperature: Cook to 185–190°F for the best tenderness.
- Slice for Sandwiches: Leftovers are great in Reuben-style sandwiches.
- Add Veggies: Potatoes, cabbage, and rutabaga make great additions.
- Make Ahead: This dish stores well and tastes great the next day.
What To Serve With Corned Venison
Corned venison pairs wonderfully with boiled potatoes, cabbage, rye bread, or a mustard sauce. Serve with a pint of stout or a light lager for a complete meal.
How To Store Corned Venison
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Freeze: Freeze in slices or chunks for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Corned Venison Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 148
- Total Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Sodium: 63mg
FAQs
Can I use beef instead of venison?
Yes, corned beef is a perfect substitute if venison is unavailable.
Is Guinness necessary?
Absolutely—Guinness provides a deep, rich flavor essential to this dish.
Can I add vegetables?
Yes, traditional additions like cabbage, potatoes, and carrots work well.
How long should I cook it?
Cook for about 5 hours or until the internal temperature is 185°F for tender results.
Can I make this without a slow cooker?
Yes, you can simmer it in a covered pot on the stove for several hours, but monitor the liquid level closely.
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Crock Pot Corned Venison
Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy12
servings5
minutes5
hours148
kcalA rich and tender corned venison slow-cooked with Guinness, vinegar, and spices for bold flavor.
Ingredients
1 large carrot, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 (12 oz) bottle Guinness Stout
About 1/2 cup malt vinegar
2 tablespoons pickling spice
Water to almost cover
Directions
- Add venison, onion, carrot, Guinness, vinegar, and spices to the slow cooker.
- Add water to barely cover the meat.
- Start on HIGH until bubbling, then switch to LOW.
- Cook on LOW for about 5 hours, until the meat is very tender and reaches 185°F.
- Slice and serve or use in Reuben sandwiches.
