American spring

Grilled Elk Backstrap

Name: Grilled Elk Backstrap
Prep time: 10min
Cook time: 15min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs elk meat; 2 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil

A delicious grilled elk backstrap recipe that showcases the natural flavors of wild game with expert technique and seasonal ingredients.

Cook Time

15min

Prep Time

10min

Serves

6

Difficulty

medium

Ingredients

2 lbs

elk meat

2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

black pepper

2 tbsp

olive oil

Cooking Methods

braised

Recipe Tags

backstrapgrilledelkspringamerican

Instructions

Season the meat generously with salt and pepper.

Heat oil in a large skillet or prepare your cooking equipment.

Cook according to your chosen method until proper internal temperature is reached.

Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Slice against the grain and serve immediately.

Cultural Context

This recipe represents the traditional preparation methods for elk, adapted for modern kitchens while maintaining authentic wild game cooking principles.

Wine Pairings

Red Wine
Pinot Noir

Nutrition Facts

Calories:: 350
Protein:: 40g
Iron:: 32.0mg

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