Easy Venison Egg Roll in a Bowl with Coleslaw Mix

This Easy Venison Egg Roll in a Bowl with Coleslaw Mix has all the ingredients of Egg Rolls, but without the work of wrapping and frying. This Egg Roll Bowl is made with ground venison and veggies in a flavor-packed sauce, and ready in just 25 minutes.

This Egg Roll In A Bowl Recipe Is Kid Approved!

If you’ve ever stared down a package of ground venison and thought, “Not burgers again…”, then this recipe is your new weeknight hero. It’s fast. It’s flavorful. And best of all - it’s family-approved. Both my wife and 10-year-old daughter absolutely love it!

As a husband, dad, and full-time wild game chef, I know exactly how hard it can be to get a healthy dinner on the table when you're juggling school pickups, piano lessons, gymnastics, homework chaos, and kids asking for snacks ten minutes before dinner.

This venison egg roll bowl recipe is the kind of dish I turn to when I need something hearty, fast, and a little fun. It delivers all the comforting flavors of egg rolls, but skips the deep fryer entirely. That means less mess, fewer dishes, and no hot oil to babysit while your kids run wild around the house.

A Venison Twist on a Chinese Takeout Favorite

Most egg roll bowl recipes call for ground pork, which is fine. But swapping in ground venison does two things - it adds a lean healthier protein and it brings a depth of flavor that really sets this version apart. The crunch of the coleslaw mix with the extra added shredded carrots, and that hit of ginger and garlic all come together beautifully in this healthy egg roll in a bowl recipe.

Using tri-color coleslaw mix and shredded carrots is the secret to making this dish lightning fast. No chopping cabbage or using a grater. Just grab the ready-to-use bags from the fridge, toss it in the skillet, and you’re halfway to dinner.

Why Busy Families Will Love This Recipe

This easy egg roll in a bowl with coleslaw mix is a parent's best friend:

• Kid-friendly flavors with no weird textures or spicy surprises.
• One pan from start to finish. That’s less cleanup and less stress.
• Ready in under 30 minutes, including prep time.
• Packed with vegetables, but not in a way that screams "health food."
• Adaptable. You can swap in different vegetables like beans, peas, or peppers.

And while this recipe is gluten-free friendly (just sub in liquid aminos for soy sauce), it’s also completely dairy-free. That makes it an easy win if you’re feeding anyone with food sensitivities like our 10-year-old daughter.

What You'll Need for This Egg Roll Bowl Recipe

Here’s the full list of ingredients for this egg roll in a bowl with coleslaw mix:

• 1 pound ground venison
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ yellow onion, diced
• ½ cup shredded carrot
• 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
• 4 cups tri-color coleslaw (16 ounces)
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 3 Tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• 2 Tablespoons green onions, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon sesame seeds, optional

How to Make This Easy Egg Roll Bowl

This egg roll bowl recipe comes together in just a few simple steps. All you need is a large skillet and hungry family members or friends.

Instructions

1. Brown the Venison
Set a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 Tablespoon of olive oil.
Once hot, add ground venison and brown until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
Break up the meat with a spatula as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer cooked venison to a large plate.

2. Sauté the Veggies
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 Tablespoon of olive oil.
Toss in the diced onion and shredded carrot.
Sauté until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Add Garlic and Cook Briefly
Add the minced garlic and stir constantly.
Let it cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add the Slaw and Sauce
Add the coleslaw mix, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar.
Stir everything together well.
Sauté for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the cabbage is tender.

5. Serve and Garnish
Add cooked venison back in and mix until well combined. Spoon the mixture into bowls and serve immediately. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Tips For Making The Best Egg Roll In A Bowl

• Don’t overcook the cabbage. You want it tender but not mushy.
• Use high heat when browning the venison. This helps develop flavor fast.
• Prep everything first. This is a quick-cook recipe, so have your veggies chopped and sauces measured out before you start.
• Make it a meal prep hero. This dish reheats beautifully and keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days. Just reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.

What To Serve With Venison Egg Roll In A Bowl

These egg roll bowls can be a full meal on their own, but if you want to make sure everyone has full bellies when they leave the table, you might want to add these:

• A bowl of steamed white rice or brown rice
• A plate of Lo Mein Noodles
• Top it with some crunchy Chow Mein Noodles.

More Ground Venison Recipes

If you are looking for more ways to use some of that venison burger in your freezer, be sure and check out all of our family favorites right here.

Three of our 10-year-old daughter's favorites that you can try with your kids are the Pita Burgers and Oven Baked Hamburger Steaks and Gravy and Easy Burger Bowl and the Deer Meat and Gravy over Mashed Potatoes.

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