Description
Beef Wellington is a luxurious and elegant dish featuring tender beef tenderloin coated with a flavorful mushroom duxelles, wrapped in flaky puff pastry, and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for special occasions, this classic British main course delivers a delicious blend of savory flavors and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Beef and Seasoning
- 2½ lb beef tenderloin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Mushroom Duxelles
- 1 lb mushrooms, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
Other
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Season and Sear Beef: Season the beef tenderloin generously with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over high heat and sear the beef on all sides until it develops a rich brown crust. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- Prepare Mushroom Duxelles: In the same pan, melt butter and add the finely chopped mushrooms and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until all the moisture evaporates and the mixture turns into a thick paste.
- Brush Beef with Mustard: Once the beef has cooled, brush all its surfaces evenly with Dijon mustard to add flavor and help binding.
- Assemble with Puff Pastry: Spread the mushroom duxelles evenly over the beef. Roll out the puff pastry and wrap it snugly around the beef, sealing the edges well to contain the filling.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the exterior of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to achieve a golden, glossy finish after baking.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the wrapped beef on a baking sheet and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the puff pastry is golden brown and crisp.
- Rest Before Slicing: Remove from the oven and allow the Beef Wellington to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. This helps retain juices and makes slicing easier.
Notes
- Chilling the wrapped beef in the refrigerator before baking helps the pastry maintain its shape and prevents shrinking.
- Serve the Beef Wellington with a rich red wine sauce to complement its flavors.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
