CAJUN BEEF TENDERLOIN

Cajun Beef Tenderloin image

Warm up holiday gatherings with this hot spicy entree from Sue Dannahower in Fort Pierce, Florida. "The dry rub keeps the tenderloin moist and tender," Sue promises. Because it's so fuss-free, just pop it in the oven or grill, then sit back and make merry with guests...maybe catch the Super Bowl! TASTY TIP: For a festive change of pace from beef, resolve to try this spicy Cajun rub on pork tenderloin, too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 beef tenderloin roast (3 pounds)
4 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon paprika
2-1/4 teaspoons onion powder
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons white pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
1 to 3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
Dash ground cloves

Steps:

Tie tenderloin at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string. Combine the seasonings; rub over beef. Lightly oil the grill rack., Prepare grill for indirect heat. Grill beef, covered, over indirect medium heat for 50-60 minutes, or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), turning occasionally. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing., To roast the tenderloin, bake on a rack in a shallow roasting pan at 425° for 45-60 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges