Description
Experience the exquisite balance of sweet and savory with our Maple Glazed Venison Tenderloin. This gourmet dish is not only easy to prepare but also delivers a rich, flavorful experience that will leave your guests in awe. The combination of tender venison and luscious maple syrup creates an unforgettable flavor profile, making it perfect for special occasions or a delightful dinner at home. With straightforward instructions and simple ingredients, even novice cooks can impress with this elegant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 lbs venison tenderloin
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the venison in the mixture for at least 2 hours (overnight is best) in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the marinated tenderloin for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour reserved marinade over the seared meat and bake for 15-20 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with the pan glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg