Ancho-Rubbed Bison Tenderloin With Spicy Cilantro Sauce Recipe

Ingredients (17)

• For the Bison:
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 center-cut bison tenderloin, trimmed and tied for roasting (about 2 pounds, see note)
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• For the Sauce:
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves and fine stems (about 2 loosely packed cups)
• 2 medium cloves garlic, roughly chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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• 2 tablespoons canola oil