Description
Elegant beef wellington brings together tender beef filet, rich mushroom duxelles, and buttery puff pastry in a classic British dish. Culinary enthusiasts will savor this showstopping centerpiece that promises sophisticated flavors and impressive presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef
- 1 pound beef tenderloin
- 4 slices ham or prosciutto
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 pound mixed mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Flaky salt
Pastry and Binding
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large egg yolks
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400°F, ensuring precise temperature for optimal cooking environment.
- Generously season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper, then sear in a hot skillet until all surfaces develop a rich, caramelized crust.
- Allow the seared beef to cool completely, then brush entire surface with Dijon mustard for a tangy flavor foundation.
- Pulse mushrooms in a food processor, then sauté in a skillet until moisture evaporates and mixture becomes a dense duxelles.
- Create a layer of prosciutto, spread the mushroom duxelles evenly, and carefully wrap the beef, creating a tight, uniform parcel.
- Refrigerate the wrapped beef for 20 minutes to firm up and help maintain its shape during pastry wrapping.
- Unfold puff pastry, place beef in the center, and encase completely, sealing edges with beaten egg wash to ensure a secure closure.
- Delicately score the pastry surface with decorative knife marks and sprinkle with flaky sea salt for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes until pastry turns golden brown and beef reaches desired internal temperature.
Notes
- Keep the beef at room temperature before searing to ensure even cooking and a perfect golden-brown exterior.
- Pat the beef tenderloin completely dry with paper towels to achieve a stellar sear that locks in delicious flavors.
- Use a sharp knife to create precise, clean cuts when scoring the pastry, allowing steam to escape and preventing soggy bottoms.
- For gluten-free variations, swap traditional puff pastry with gluten-free alternatives made from almond or coconut flour to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg