Jalapeno Rolled Venison Loin
- 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for the pan
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 (2-pound) venison backstrap (loin)
- 1 (8ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, onion, garlic, salt, cumin, chili powder, and white pepper.
- Slice halfway through the loin down the length of the loin.
- Lay the sliced loin on a piece of plastic wrap.
- Cover with another piece of plastic wrap.
- With a meat mallet or pounder, flatten the loin to an even thickness, about 1/4 inch.
- Remove the plastic wrap and put the venison in the bowl with the seasonings.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours.
- Remove the venison from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Lay the venison out flat and pat the surface dry with paper towels.
- Spread the cream cheese over the top of the meat.
- Sprinkle with the jalapenos.
- Roll up the venison to form a long log and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat an oiled grill pan over medium heat until hot.
- Add the venison and cook for 8 minutes, turning often, or until the center reaches 165F.
- Transfer the venison to a cutting board and let stand for 2 minutes before slicing into rounds.
- Serve at once.
olive oil, red wine vinegar, onion, garlic, salt, ground cumin, chili powder, ground white pepper, backstrap, cream cheese, peppers
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/jalapeno-rolled-venison-loin-378040 (may not work)