Filet Mignon with Béarnaise Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
25%
Filet Mignon with Béarnaise Sauce
45 min.
4
267kcal

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If you're searching for a dish that exudes elegance and flavor, look no further than Filet Mignon with Béarnaise Sauce. This gluten-free masterpiece is not only a treat for the palate but also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any meal, whether it's a special occasion dinner or a sumptuous lunch at home. The rich, buttery texture of the beef tenderloin combined with the tangy, herb-infused Béarnaise sauce will take your taste buds on a delightful journey.

Cooking this dish is an art that requires just the right techniques, but the end result is worth it. In under 45 minutes, you can prepare a gourmet meal that's perfect for four. The pairing of filet mignon with the Béarnaise sauce, which is crafted using a blend of aromatic shallots, tarragon, and a hint of white wine, creates a luxurious dining experience. The sauce not only complements the steak but elevates it to a whole new level.

This recipe stands out for its simplicity and the health-conscious choices it incorporates—using reduced-calorie margarine and egg substitutes means you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the broiler, and impress your friends and family with this culinary delight that embodies both sophistication and comfort. Your dining table is about to become a gourmet restaurant!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce beef tenderloin steaks 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon tarragon dried
  • tablespoons cooking wine dry white
  • 0.3 cup egg substitute 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning salt-free
  • tablespoons butter reduced-calorie
  • tablespoon shallots minced
  • tablespoon cup heavy whipping cream fat-free sour
  • tablespoons tarragon vinegar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • double boiler
  • broiler
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Combine first 5 ingredients in a small nonstick skillet. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, until mixture is reduced to 2 tablespoons.
  3. Pour mixture through a wire-mesh strainer into the top of a double boiler, discarding shallots.
  4. Add egg substitute, and stir well. Bring water in bottom of double boiler to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low.
  5. Add margarine, 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring constantly with a wire whisk until blended. Cook, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream. Set aside, and keep warm.
  7. Place steaks on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray.
  8. Sprinkle steaks with lemon pepper seasoning. Broil 8 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.
  9. Serve with sauce.
  10. carbo rating: 1

Nutrition Facts

Calories267kcal
Protein42.63%
Fat54.29%
Carbs3.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.25
Glycemic Load
0.27
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.562608703323%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.05mg
Naringenin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:266.89kcal
13.34%
Fat:15.21g
23.4%
Saturated Fat:4.25g
26.55%
Carbohydrates:1.94g
0.65%
Net Carbohydrates:1.75g
0.64%
Sugar:0.62g
0.69%
Cholesterol:72.84mg
24.28%
Sodium:196.72mg
8.55%
Alcohol:1.16g
100%
Alcohol %:0.89%
100%
Protein:26.87g
53.74%
Selenium:41.05µg
58.64%
Vitamin B6:0.75mg
37.41%
Vitamin B3:7.34mg
36.68%
Zinc:4.7mg
31.35%
Phosphorus:258.29mg
25.83%
Vitamin B12:1.13µg
18.75%
Potassium:470.69mg
13.45%
Iron:2.29mg
12.73%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.14%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.1%
Vitamin A:429.64IU
8.59%
Magnesium:32.19mg
8.05%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.15%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.14%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.3%
Copper:0.1mg
4.99%
Calcium:49.72mg
4.97%
Folate:19.29µg
4.82%
Vitamin K:2.07µg
1.97%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.6%
Source:My Recipes