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Beef Fillet with Horseradish Cream Recipe

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A succulent beef fillet roasted to perfection and served with a zesty horseradish cream sauce, combining creamy, tangy, and spicy flavors. This elegant dish is ideal for gatherings and special occasions, featuring a tender beef cut seared for a flavorful crust and roasted to your preferred doneness.

Ingredients

Horseradish Cream

  • 125ml cream
  • 125g sour cream
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 40g grated horseradish
  • 2 Tbsp chopped chives
  • Season to taste

Beef Fillet

  • 2kg beef fillet, approx
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Prepare Horseradish Cream: Place the cream in the bowl of a stand mixer and whip gently until frothy, about 45 seconds. Add sour cream, lemon juice, grated horseradish, chopped chives, and season to taste. Mix until combined, then transfer to a serving dish, cover with cling film, and refrigerate until serving.
  2. Prepare the Beef: Trim any excess fat or sinew from the beef fillet. Coat the entire fillet evenly with olive oil. Season generously on all sides with salt and cracked black pepper to enhance flavor.
  3. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 220°C with a fan bake setting to ensure even cooking and proper roasting of the beef fillet.
  4. Sear the Beef: Heat a BBQ grill or a large frying pan over high heat until very hot. Sear the beef fillet on all sides to develop a rich, flavorful crust. This step locks in juices and adds texture.
  5. Apply Mustard and Roast: Transfer the seared beef to a lined baking tray. Coat the top and sides with Dijon mustard, adding a tangy flavor and helping to form a crust in the oven. Place the tray in the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, adjusting time depending on your preferred doneness (less time for rare, more for medium).
  6. Rest the Beef: Remove the beef from the oven and cover it loosely with tinfoil. Let it rest for 30 minutes; resting allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a moister, more tender fillet.
  7. Serve: Slice the rested beef fillet across the grain and serve immediately with the chilled horseradish cream and your choice of side dishes for a complete, satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Resting the meat after roasting is crucial for tenderness and juiciness.
  • You can adjust horseradish quantity based on your heat preference.
  • Use fresh horseradish for best flavor; prepared horseradish in jars can also be used but might be less vibrant.
  • Mustard enhances crust formation, but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly depending on oven calibration and beef thickness.

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