Beef Fillet with Horseradish Cream
A tender and juicy Beef Fillet with Horseradish Cream recipe featuring perfectly seared steaks served with a rich, tangy horseradish sauce. This elegant dish is quick to prepare and perfect for special occasions or a restaurant-quality dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2–4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: European-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2–4 beef fillet steaks (tenderloin)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 garlic cloves, smashed
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2–3 tbsp prepared horseradish (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1–2 tsp lemon juice
- Fresh chives or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the beef fillet steaks generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Sear the steaks for 2–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until a golden crust forms.
- Add garlic and herbs to the pan, then baste the steaks with the melted butter.
- Cook to your desired doneness, then remove from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream, horseradish, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the beef fillet if desired and serve with a generous spoonful of horseradish cream.
- Garnish with chopped chives or parsley.
Notes
Bring steaks to room temperature before cooking for even results.Resting the meat is essential to keep it juicy.Adjust horseradish quantity based on preferred heat level.Use a meat thermometer for precision (e.g., 54–57°C for medium-rare).
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