Coffee-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Dijon Cream

Dairy Free
Coffee-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Dijon Cream
300 min.
24
28kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Coffee-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Dijon Cream, a dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. Perfect for gatherings, this recipe serves 24 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, celebrations, or family feasts. The unique combination of instant coffee granules and coarsely ground pepper creates a rich, savory crust that enhances the natural flavors of the tender beef, while the Dijon cream adds a creamy, tangy finish that will leave your guests craving more.

What sets this dish apart is not only its exquisite taste but also its dairy-free nature, ensuring that everyone can enjoy it without worry. The preparation is straightforward, allowing you to focus on the joy of cooking and entertaining. With a total time of 300 minutes, including chilling, you can easily prepare this dish ahead of time, freeing you up to mingle with your guests when the moment arrives.

Serve the beef on a bed of fresh lettuce atop whole-grain French dinner rolls, garnished with thyme sprigs for an elegant presentation. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making it a standout antipasti, starter, or appetizer. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated soirée or a casual get-together, this Coffee-Crusted Beef Tenderloin will undoubtedly impress and satisfy your guests, leaving them with unforgettable memories of your culinary prowess.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons coffee instant
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • lb frangelico (center cut)
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 cup salad dressing 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • large leaf romaine leaves 
  •  dinner rolls french cut into 24 (1/4-inch) slices
  • 24 small thyme sprigs 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 450°F. In small bowl, mix coffee granules, pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  2. Sprinkle evenly over all sides of beef.
  3. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add beef; cook 3 minutes. Turn beef; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until very dark brown.
  5. Place beef in 9-inch square pan (or deep-dish pie pan). Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in center of beef.
  6. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until thermometer reads 140°F.
  7. Remove from oven.
  8. Let stand 5 minutes. Wrap in foil; refrigerate until cold, at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix mustard, mayonnaise and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover; refrigerate Dijon cream until serving time.
  10. To serve, cut beef into 12 thin slices; cut each slice in half.
  11. Place 1 lettuce piece on each bread slice; top each with beef slice and heaping teaspoon Dijon cream.
  12. Garnish with parsley sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories28kcal
Protein5.9%
Fat58%
Carbs36.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.54
Glycemic Load
0.05
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
1.1108695663836%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:28.36kcal
1.42%
Fat:1.87g
2.87%
Saturated Fat:0.29g
1.82%
Carbohydrates:2.61g
0.87%
Net Carbohydrates:2.3g
0.84%
Sugar:0.6g
0.66%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:147.11mg
6.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.43g
0.85%
Vitamin K:3.96µg
3.77%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.27%
Selenium:1.51µg
2.15%
Vitamin C:1.65mg
2%
Iron:0.33mg
1.86%
Fiber:0.32g
1.26%
Vitamin A:62.28IU
1.25%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.22%
Calcium:11.79mg
1.18%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.13%