How To Cook Deer Tenderloin On The Stove

Deer tenderloin is quite lean and challenging to cook but can be a treat if done in the right way. Here is how to cook deer tenderloin on the stove.

The Deer Tenderloin Marinade

Put the tenderloin in a gallon-sized ziplock bag. Add a ½ cup of Worcestershire sauce, ¼ cup vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Then, place the marinade in the fridge until you are ready to use it. You can also replace the vinegar with wine if you like.

How to Cook Deer Tenderloin on the Stove

1. Slice the tenderloin into medallions at least ½ to ¾-inches thick. Put the tenderloin medallions in a gallon-sized ziplock bag along with the Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Marinate for about 3 to 8 hours.
2. Allow the meat to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking it and pat it dry.
3. Add the oil to the cast iron skillet and heat it over medium-high heat.
4. Add the medallions to the skillet.
5. Cook the medallions for about 1 minute; flip them and cook them for another 1 minute on the other side.
6. Remove the medallions from the heat and allow them to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
7. Serve with the deer tenderloin with roasted veggies and hot sauce.

Can You Eat Venison Medium-Rare?

It's okay to eat venison medium-rare. In fact, cooking venison medium-rare is ideal as it is such a lean meat. If you cook venison beyond medium-rare, it will likely be tough and dry.

How Do You Clean Deer Tenderloin?

Here is a video on how to properly prepare and clean deer tenderloin before you cook it.

What Temperature Should You Cook Deer Tenderloin To?

Deer Tenderloin should reach 140 F on the stove. It is ideal to continuously check the temperature of the meat with a thermometer to ensure it doesn't overcook.

Which Cooking Method is Best for Deer Tenderloin?

The best way to cook deer tenderloin is to fry or grill it. Many lean types of meat like deer tenderloin are best when they are grilled or pan-fried.

How Long Does it Take to Cook Deer Meat on the Stove?

On the stove, the deer tenderloin will take 2 to 4 minutes to cook. However, the cooking time could take longer, depending on how you want the deer to look. For a medium-rare deer steak, give it 1 minute on each side, and for a more brown steak, give it 3 to 4 minutes on each side.

How Do You Know When Deer Tenderloin is Done?

You will know that the deer tenderloin is done when a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 140 F to 160 F. You need to monitor the meat carefully as overcooked venison can be tough and dry. Make sure you allow the cooked tenderloin to rest for 3 minutes before serving.

How Do You Keep Deer Tenderloin Moist?

The marinade is the secret to keeping your deer tenderloin moist. Make sure to leave the meat in the marinade for 3 to 8 hours or even overnight. However, if you only have 4 hours, that would be sufficient.

Tips to Cook To Cook Deer Tenderloin Right

• You can cook deer tenderloin medallions on the stovetop and finish them in the oven, or grill them outdoors.
• Using a cast-iron skillet and cutting the tenderloin into ½ to ¾-inch medallions is the best way to make deer tenderloin on the stovetop.
• Pan-searing venison requires you to be careful not to overcook it. The meat will become dry and tough if overcooked.
• For medium-rare, sear tenderloins in a cast-iron skillet. They should reach 130 F to 135 F before you remove them from the stove.

How to Store Deer Tenderloin

In the Fridge: Deer Tenderloin can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. The deer tenderloin should be stored in airtight glass containers. You can extend the shelf life of the meat if you coat it with olive oil.

In the Freezer: Properly stored deer meat can be frozen for 3 to 9 months. Simply place it in Ziploc bags, label the bags with the date, and freeze them until you are ready to use them.

What To Serve With Deer Tenderloin

I like to serve fried deer tenderloin with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, and hot sauce. Vegetables like asparagus, carrots, and baby potatoes can serve as good side dishes for the deer tenderloin. The most delicious sauces for deer meats are hot sauces.

Here are some good sides for deer tenderloin:

• Julienne Salad
• Butternut Squash
• Quinoa Salad
• Texas Toast
• Stouffer’s French Bread Pizza

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How To Cook Deer Tenderloin On The Stove

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 2 minutes

Additional Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 17 minutes

Deer tenderloin is quite lean and challenging to cook but can be a treat if done in the right way. Here is how to cook deer tenderloin on the stove.

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Ingredients

• 2 pounds deer tenderloin
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• ½ cup Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ cup vinegar
• 2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

1. Slice the tenderloin into medallions at least ½ to ¾-inches thick. Put the tenderloin medallions in a gallon-sized ziplock bag along with the Worcestershire sauce, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Marinate for about 3 to 8
   hours.
2. Allow the meat to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking it and pat it dry.
3. Add the oil to the cast iron skillet and heat it over medium-high heat.
4. Add the medallions to the skillet.
5. Cook the medallions for about 1 minute; flip them and cook them for another 1 minute on the other side.
6. Remove the medallions from the heat and allow them to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
7. Serve with the deer tenderloin with roasted veggies and hot sauce.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 334Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 193mgSodium: 1616mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 0gSugar: 3gProtein: 52g