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Delicious honey-chipotle marinated venison backstrap sliced and served with a side of rice and vegetables.

Chipotle Honey Marinated Venison Backstrap

Enjoy a flavorful venison backstrap marinated in a smoky chipotle honey sauce, then grilled to perfection for a delicious and hearty meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Meat

  • 2 lbs venison backstrap (907 g)
  • 0.25 cup olive oil (60 ml)
  • 0.25 cup honey (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (30 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (30 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers (30 ml)
  • 1 piece chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (5 g)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (5 g)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (5 g)
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (1 g)

Instructions
 

  • Combine olive oil, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and adobo sauce to make the marinade.
  • Add chopped chipotle pepper and minced garlic, then stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour marinade over venison in a resealable bag, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove venison from marinade and grill 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  • Let rest for 5-10 minutes, then slice against the grain and serve.

Notes

Marinate the meat overnight for maximum flavor and tenderness.
Keyword Marinade, Venison