The Putnam County Fair kicked off this past weekend with its Youth Bar B Q Cooking Contest...so, of course, Hunter had to enter! He spent several weeks trying different things on the grill, and while most of them were really good, they lacked the "wow" factor. Finally I convinced he and Karl that they needed to do some beef tenderloin bites.
We have had these many times made with venison, but for the contest, the only categories were beef, pork or poultry. No wild game, so venison was out. He substituted beef tenderloin and all I can say is "WOW!"
Hunter won First Place in the Beef Division, and Best of Show. To say his dad was proud, was an understatement. The kids had to do everything themselves, with no outside help or communication. Just a thumb's up occassionally.
If you are looking for something delicious to serve as an appetizer or an entree I suggest you try "Hunter's Hot Jalapeno Beef Tenderloin Bites"! You'll be glad you did!
Hunter’s Hot Jalapeno Beef Tenderloin Bites
As an appetizer, it will feed approximately 15 people, as an entrée it is approximately 6 servings. Total cooking time: approximately 10 minutes.
3 pounds beef Tenderloin
½ cup teriyaki sauce
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon pepper
3 fresh jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced
1 ½ pounds bacon, strips cut in half
toothpicks
Cut beef tenderloin into 1 ½ “ chunks, lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place a slice of jalapeno pepper on each beef chunk, and wrap with a piece of bacon, securing with a toothpick. 30 minutes before cooking pour the teriyaki sauce over the meat to marinate.
Prepare the grill. Once coals are ready, place meat on the grill in a single layer, close lid and cook for 2 minutes, flip the meat, close lid and cook 2 minutes. Flip meat and cook 2 minutes. Then, once again, flip meat and cook for 2 more minutes, remove from grill, and ENJOY! Delicious!!
