Ranch Breakfast: Pan-Seared Venison Tenderloin with Scrambled Eggs

venison tenderloin and scrambled eggs with salsa on a colorful plate
Pan-seared venison tenderloin (half) with scrambled eggs topped with salsa

I’ll never forget it; the day after harvesting my first deer, Court made me this meal with breakfast and it completely sealed the deal for me as a hunter. With our freezer restocked, we’ve really enjoyed this hearty, high-protein breakfast or brunch. Doesn’t hurt that it’s also super easy to make!

Check out the full recipe below! (Skip to the bottom for the recipe card)

Ingredients (1 serving):

  • Venison tenderloin (you can split one between 2 people or do 1 each!)
  • Seasoning/rub of choice (we love using Fiesta Brand Wild Game Rub, which you can get here)
  • 2 eggs (we typically do 2 each) with seasoning of choice (we also love using Fiesta Brand Uncle Chris’ Gourmet Steak Seasoning, which you can get here)
  • Salsa (optional, but highly recommended!)

Steps:

  1. Put butter in pan on high heat; generously apply seasoning/rub on the venison tenderloins
  2. Sear the venison tenderloins until to the desired temperature (we always recommend rare to medium rare for venison!)
  3. While those are cooking, prepare the scrambled eggs however you prefer; we like to whisk them up with seasoning and just a splash of milk before pouring into the pan to cook
  4. Cook scrambled eggs on a separate pan until they are the desired consistency
  5. Plate, top eggs with salsa (optional) and enjoy!

*Recommended extra sides: hashbrowns, fried potatoes, Spanish rice, or fajita vegetables.

And there you have it; a rustic breakfast meal simple enough for the ranch or the home!

Venison Tenderloin and Scrambled Eggs Recipe Card

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