savagman Report post Posted October 21, 2018 I have always cut loin - aka backstrap - into steaks. Anyone have roast recipes? Saw this one and it sounds awesome. https://www.traegergrills.com/recipes/wild-game/elk-loin-creamy-polenta And this one https://elknetwork.com/elk-roulade-with-creamy-gorgonzola-sauce/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eastvalleyjerry Report post Posted November 1, 2018 Looks good. There are a lot of ways to cook it whole or in chunks which i think is better than steaks. Just have your meat thermometer and pull it at the correct temp to make sure you don't over do it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coues hunter Report post Posted November 1, 2018 Does look good. Are you sure it's backstrap and not inner loin? I've always cut backstraps into steaks as well. Inner loin I've been hooked on breading and frying for awhile now. Probably my favorite meal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W250 Report post Posted December 29, 2018 We have always cut it into steaks too but for a few years now I save a big chunk, season it with your favorite barbecue rub wrap it in bacon and smoke it. Always makes me wish I’d quit cutting steaks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trphyhntr Report post Posted December 29, 2018 Wrap in bacon and smoke it. Not that it needs it but if you add a little bbq sauce at the end it’s ridiculous Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Speedy Report post Posted January 5, 2019 I never cut backstrap into steaks, always grill/roast whole then slice. You don't lose as much moisture that way. I also do my own version of a roulade - roasted red peppers, feta cheese, fresh basil and oregano leaves and a touch of garlic. Roll it up and tie with string. Penzeys greek seasoning and olive oil on the outside. Grill to 125F and let rest for 10 minutes (will rise to 130). 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigorange Report post Posted January 5, 2019 I like this one cooked whole on the Traeger then sliced. Would also work well for oven or grill. https://www.traegergrills.com/recipes/wild-game/venison-tenderloin-backstrap Share this post Link to post Share on other sites