Tropical Tenderloin Steaks Recipe

Tropical Tenderloin Steaks Recipe

  • 1 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
  • 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon rum extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 8 (4 ounce) beef tenderloin medallions
  1. In a small bowl, combine the first 13 ingredients; mix well. Pour 2 cups into a large resealable plastic bag; add the beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 3 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting.
  2. If grilling the steaks, coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray before starting the grill. Drain and discard marinade from steaks. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness, brushing occasionally with reserved marinade.