Ingredients
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- 2 lbs Venison backstrap (silver skin removed)
- 3 TBS Salted Perfection Manhattan Select Blend
- 2 TBS Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
Step by step
- First things first: trim that silver skin off the venison. If you leave it on, it tightens up like a rubber band. We want tender, not a workout for your jaw.
- Rub the meat all over with the olive oil. This is our binder; it helps the flavor stick.
- In a small bowl, mix the Salted Perfection Manhattan Select Blend with the thyme and garlic powder. Coat the venison generously on all sides. Press it in so it stays put.
- Fire up your smoker to 225°F. We want gentle heat here.
- Place the venison directly on the grates. Smoke until the internal temperature hits 125°F for medium-rare. This should take about 60-90 minutes depending on thickness. Watch it like a hawk—venison waits for nobody.
- Remove from the smoker. If you want a crust, sear it in a screeching hot cast iron pan for 60 seconds per side. If not, just let it ride.
- Rest the meat for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This locks the juices in. Slice against the grain.
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A little more about this recipe
Timing
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Yield & storage
Original yield
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Cold venison makes a killer sandwich.
From Tony’s kitchen
We’re taking a lean, mean venison backstrap and giving it the royal treatment with a low and slow smoke. The Manhattan Select Blend brings a sweet orange and rosemary hit that cuts right through the gamey notes—bada bing! Venison has zero fat, so don't you dare overcook it, or you'll be chewing on a leather belt.
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Ingredient notes
Ingredients & allergen check
Major-allergen signals: None recognized automatically.
- Venison backstrap (silver skin removed)
- TBS Salted Perfection Manhattan Select Blend
- TBS Extra virgin olive oil
- Dried thyme
- Garlic powder
Manhattan blend: Monkfruit, Sea salt, Smoked sea salt, Garlic, Orange, Black pepper, Rosemary, and Spices
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