Garlic Peppercorn Crusted Beef Tenderloin Recipe
This Garlic Peppercorn Crusted Beef Tenderloin Recipe is juicy, tender and full of bold flavor. It has a rich garlic aroma and a spicy peppercorn crust.
Ingredients
- 1 whole beef tenderloin 1.2–1.5 kg
- 2 tablespoons black peppercorns crushed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary optional
- 1 teaspoon thyme optional
Instructions
Prepare the beef
- Trim excess fat from beef tenderloin. Pat dry using paper towels. This helps create a better crust.
Season the meat
- Rub salt evenly all over the beef. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb flavor properly.
Make peppercorn crust
- Crush black peppercorns coarsely. Coat the beef with crushed pepper evenly for strong spicy flavor.
Sear the beef
- Heat olive oil in a hot skillet. Sear beef on all sides until golden brown crust forms.
Add garlic butter
- Add butter, garlic and herbs to pan. Spoon melted butter over beef for rich flavor coating.
Transfer to oven
- Place beef on baking tray. Roast in preheated oven at 200°C until desired doneness is reached.
Check doneness
- Use meat thermometer. Cook until 55–60°C for medium-rare or adjust to preference.
Rest and slice
- Let beef rest for 10 minutes. Slice gently and serve with juices for best taste.
Notes
- Use fresh cracked pepper for best flavor.
- Do not skip resting time after cooking.
- Add red wine sauce for extra richness.
- Use rosemary butter for stronger aroma.
- Sear quickly on high heat only.
- Slice against the grain for tenderness.
- Wrap in foil while resting for juicier meat.