Description
This Roast Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish is a perfectly seasoned and succulent main course featuring a herb-crusted beef tenderloin roasted to perfection and served with a spicy sour cream horseradish sauce. Ideal for special occasions or elegant dinners, this recipe combines savoriness and a delightful creamy kick.
Ingredients
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Beef Tenderloin and Seasoning
- 4 pound whole beef tenderloin
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
Horseradish Sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- horseradish (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325˚F to prepare for roasting the beef tenderloin evenly.
- Prepare Herb Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together dried oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the herb seasoning.
- Coat Tenderloin: Thoroughly coat the whole beef tenderloin with the herb mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly covered for maximum flavor.
- Sear Tenderloin: Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat, then add olive oil. Once hot, place the tenderloin in the skillet and sear each side for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown crust forms.
- Add Butter and Herbs: To the skillet, add butter, fresh rosemary, and fresh thyme. Once butter melts, baste the tenderloin by spooning the melted butter and herbs over it to enrich flavor and help keep it moist.
- Roast in Oven: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the tenderloin for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 135˚F to 140˚F for medium-rare doneness.
- Rest Meat: Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the tenderloin to a cutting board. Tent it loosely with foil and let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Prepare Horseradish Sauce: While the meat rests, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, and horseradish in a bowl. Adjust horseradish amount to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the rested tenderloin into desired thickness and serve alongside the horseradish sauce for a delicious pairing.
Notes
- For a more intense herb flavor, marinate the beef tenderloin overnight with the herb mixture.
- Use freshly grated horseradish for a fresher, sharper sauce taste.
- Resting the meat is crucial to keep it juicy and tender when sliced.
- If you prefer a different doneness, adjust the oven roasting time and internal temperature accordingly.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 495 mg
- Fat: 52 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 31 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 143 mg
