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Easy Mexican Tenderloin

Maria Emmerich
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Course Beef and Lamb, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Main Course, Nut Free, PSMF Recipes
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 253

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound loin beef or venison loin
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoons MCT oil or avocado oil
  • 4 teaspoons Maria's Keto Kitchen taco seasoning or homemade taco seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lard
  • 2 teaspoons Redmond Real salt

OPTIONAL GARNISH:

  • salsa
  • guacamole
  • cilantro leaves
  • lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Place the loin in a baking dish, add the garlic, lime juice, oil and taco seasoning roll loin to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Place cast iron skillet with lard to medium high. Season the loin on all sides with salt, then add the loin to the hot skillet. Sear on all sides for about 2 minutes each or until a nice crust forms.
  • Use a hand towel and transfer to the hot oven. Cook for 7-8 minutes. Meanwhile prepare salsa and guacamole. Remove from oven and allow to rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 253 | Fat: 11g | Protein: 34g | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fiber: 0g | P:E Ratio: 2.8