Fillet of Beef with Asian Spice Rub

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
14%
Fillet of Beef with Asian Spice Rub
1500 min.
8
72kcal

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If you're looking for a flavorful and impressive main course for your next dinner party, look no further than this Fillet of Beef with Asian Spice Rub. This recipe is a culinary adventure, taking you on a journey through Asian flavors with its unique spice blend. With a cooking time of 1500 minutes, it's a dish that requires patience and attention to detail, but the results are truly worth it.
The star of this recipe is the beef tenderloin roast, a premium cut that is both tender and juicy. The Asian spice rub, a harmonious blend of Chinese five-spice powder, anise seeds, Sichuan peppercorns, salt, and ground ginger, adds a complex and aromatic flavor profile. The process of toasting and grinding the spices is a sensory experience, filling your kitchen with delightful aromas.
The cooking method is straightforward yet effective. By browning the beef in a hot skillet and then roasting it in the oven, you achieve a beautiful crust and a perfectly cooked interior. The beef is served at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify. With a calorie count of 72 kcal per serving, this dish is not only delicious but also a healthier option for those watching their calorie intake.
Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or a weekend dinner, this Fillet of Beef with Asian Spice Rub is sure to impress your guests. The combination of Asian spices and the high-quality beef creates a dish that is both elegant and full of flavor. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will delight your taste buds and leave a lasting impression.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon five spice powder chinese
  • tablespoon aniseed 
  • servings chives fresh snipped
  • teaspoons coarse salt 
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  • tablespoons peppercorns 
  • lb frangelico trimmed
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • sieve
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • mortar and pestle

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toast peppercorns and anise seeds in a dry large heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Finely grind toasted mixture in an electric coffee/spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle. Sift mixture through a coarse sieve into a bowl and stir in salt, five-spice powder, and ginger.
  3. Halve beef crosswise and sprinkle rub all over both pieces, pressing to adhere.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in skillet over moderately high heat until just smoking, then brown 1 piece of beef on all sides, about 1 minute.
  5. Transfer to a large roasting pan. Wipe skillet clean with paper towels and brown remaining beef in same manner. Arrange beef pieces 2 inches apart in roasting pan.
  6. Roast in middle of oven 25 to 35 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted diagonally 2 inches into centers of pieces registers 120°F.
  7. Let beef stand in pan on a rack 25 minutes. Beef will continue to cook as it stands, reaching 130°F (medium-rare). Discard string and slice beef.
  8. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories72kcal
Protein2.82%
Fat84.27%
Carbs12.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.88
Glycemic Load
0.34
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.93043476084%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:71.74kcal
3.59%
Fat:7.1g
10.92%
Saturated Fat:1.09g
6.79%
Carbohydrates:2.45g
0.82%
Net Carbohydrates:1.57g
0.57%
Sugar:0.04g
0.05%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1163.54mg
50.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.53g
1.07%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.88%
Vitamin K:18.73µg
17.84%
Iron:0.78mg
4.34%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.9%
Fiber:0.88g
3.5%
Copper:0.05mg
2.41%
Calcium:21.08mg
2.11%
Magnesium:7.39mg
1.85%
Potassium:57.74mg
1.65%
Vitamin A:61.17IU
1.22%
Phosphorus:10.45mg
1.04%
Vitamin C:0.85mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious