Game day calls for bold flavors and hearty snacks, and these Wild Game Pepperoni Sticks deliver on both fronts. Made with wild game meat like venison, moose, antelope, or elk, they pack in plenty of protein and just the right kick of spice to keep fans fueled through every quarter. Best of all, they’re simple to prepare, making them a perfect grab-and-share snack for friends and family.
The seasoning mix brings the flavor to life: salt, black pepper, garlic and onion powder for a savory base, paprika and cayenne for a smoky heat, fennel seeds and red pepper flakes for that classic pepperoni zing, and a dash of liquid smoke to give it all depth. Stuff the mixture into collagen casings, then let them cook low and slow for two hours until they’re firm, flavorful, and ready to slice or snack whole.
Recipe at a Glance:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground wild game meat (deer, elk, etc.)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp liquid smoke
- Collagen casings
Whether you’re tailgating outside the stadium or gathering in the living room, these pepperoni sticks are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve them alongside cheese, crackers, or just a cold drink, and watch them disappear before halftime.
