Ancho Chile Rubbed Venison Steaks (T-Bone) With Lime-Cilantro Bu

Submitted by ElizabethKnicely

"This was originally for T-bone steaks but it works just as nicely with deer. The rub helps minimize the 'gamey' taste and the butter just makes them delicious."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 4 steaks
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons steak seasoning
• 1 tablespoon dried ancho chile powder
• 4 (1/2 lb) venison steak or (1/2 lb) beef t-bone steaks

directions

1. Whip together the butter, lime juice, and cilantro in a small bowl until well combined. Transfer the butter mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap, gently wrap and form the butter into a log. Freeze until ready to use.
2. Prepare grill for medium-high heat.
3. Mix together the steak seasoning and ancho chile powder in a small bowl. Rub the seasoning blend onto both sides of the venison steaks or T-bone steaks.
4. Grill the steaks to preferred doneness, 5 to 8 minutes per side for medium. Top each steak with a slice of lime-cilantro butter to serve.