How To Make Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Elk Backstrap

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 10 minutes

Total: 25 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 elk backstrap steaks, about 6 ounces each
8 slices of bacon
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 teaspoon of paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat grill to high heat.
Wrap each elk backstrap steak with 2 slices of bacon.
Securing the bacon with toothpicks, if necessary.
Drizzle the olive oil over the wrapped steaks.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the wrapped steaks, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Place the elk backstrap steaks on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Remove the toothpicks and slice the elk backstrap steaks into thick, juicy pieces.