Ancho Chile Rubbed Venison Steaks with Lime-Cilantro Butter

Venison steaks are rubbed with steak seasoning and ancho chile powder, then grilled and topped with a lemon-cilantro butter. Serve with grilled vegetables and a summer salad.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 490 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 4 (1/2 pound) venison steaks
• 2 tablespoons steak seasoning
• 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 2

Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.

Step 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.

Step 4

Grill the steaks to preferred doneness, 5 to 8 minutes per side for medium. Top each steak with a slice of the lemon-cilantro butter to serve.