Our venison burger recipe doesn't require binders or fillers, but don't worry. They won't fall apart on you if you add extra fat! When forming the patties, take care not to press them too firmly. u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eYou can loosely press them together and they will still hold, thanks to the added fat in the ground venison mixture. Cooking the burgers in a cast-iron skillet on the stovetop or on the grill over a medium-high heat also ensures they form a nice, outer crust that keeps them together.