Are you a romantic home cook looking to try something different and exciting this Valentine’s Day? Venison Udon Stir Fry is just the dish for you! Combining rich yet delicate flavors that are sure to make your taste buds dance, this meal showcases succulent venison in its absolute best form. Not only will it put a delightful twist on your usual go-to dishes, but it’s also easy enough for anyone new to cooking to create an unforgettable outdoor dining experience with minimal fuss. You and your Valentine won’t regret having indulged in such an exquisite culinary adventure!

I’ll admit Valentine’s Day is not my favorite holiday. I have been single for several years, so I am usually just celebrating with my best pal – Ulli. That said, I’m still a big believer in love and a huge romantic, and I think there is no better place to celebrate Valentine’s than in nature with delicious food.

With a bit of creativity, eating in the outdoors can be one of the most romantic and memorable experiences for you and your special someone. Not only does eating outdoors add beauty and out-of-the-ordinary surprises, but snuggling up in the wilderness with a warm meal makes everything feel more intimate. You can pick from camping trips under starry skies, majestic coastal lunches on isolated beaches (with plenty of firewood!), picnic blankets at spectacular vistas, or even an early morning hot air balloon ride over local vineyards — whatever takes your fancy!

Most Romantic Places to Cook Venison Udon Stir Fry Outdoors in the West

On a snowshoe. One of the most romantic dates I had ever had was a snowshoe trip in Grand Teton National Park. After an invigorating hike through the woods, we settled for delicious food, a glass of champagne, and watching the sunset over the Tetons.
At the beach. In the Pacific Northwest, the coast is a little cold in the winter, but farther south down the Califonia coasts, there are many wonderful beaches to cook oceanside as the waves roll in.
By a riverside or seaside vista. You don’t have to go far in the wilderness for a great date outside. Even in the heart of the city, you can find great pops of nature, like Discovery Park in Seattle, Cathedral Park in Portland, or Wilder Ranch outside of Santa Cruz, California.

Where or whatever you cook for your valentine in the outdoors, you must most importantly, make it easy and make it delicious. Venison Udon Stir Fry checks both those boxes!

This dish is totally swoon-worthy – the udon noodles bring an incredible chewiness that really makes this dish easy to fall in love with! These Japanese wheat flour noodles add a delightful heartiness to balance out the richness of venison and savory sauce. So comforting; you won’t be able to put your fork or chopsticks down!

Venison Udon Stir Fry is also easy to make with a simple camp stove or portable burner. Pre-slice your vegetables and marinate your version the night before or on the hike in. Or make your life even easier by pre-cooking this dish in the warmth of your home kitchen and reheating it with a dash of oil when you are ready to eat. This dish will keep for up to 3 days in your fridge or cooler.

Steps to Make Venison Udon Stir Fry

Mix together the ingredients for the marinade.
Marinate venison for 2 hours.
Cook noodles by soaking them in hot water.
Heat oil in a wok.
Cook vegetables and set aside.
In wok, brown venison in the sauce.
Re-add vegetables and noodles to the wok.
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Looking for another recipe to make for your love this Valentine’s? Try my Grilled Venison Chops and Fried Polenta with Wild Mushroom Sauce or Szechuan Pepper Crusted Venison Loin, Spicy Blueberry Relish, and Grilled Bok Choy.

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