peppercorn-crusted beef tenderloin with gremolata

7 Pinches
Gulf Breeze, FL
Updated on Dec 25, 2015

It is important to use fresh ingredients for the gremolata. Try not to overcook the steak....the flavor and the tenderness will not be the same if overcooked. Cooking time is 6 minutes, not 10, but that wasn't an option.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 - beef tenderloin steaks, trimmed (4-oz, 1 inch thick)
  • - cooking spray
  • 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
  • 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

How To Make peppercorn-crusted beef tenderloin with gremolata

  • Step 1
    For the gremolata, combine 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, parsley, cilantro, garlic, oregano, lemon rind, lemon juice and crushed red pepper in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Serve with the steak.
  • Step 2
    Coat each steak with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Step 3
    Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon oil; swirl to coat. Add steaks to the pan, and cook for 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Serve with the gremolata.

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Category: Beef
Keyword: #Gremolata
Ingredient: Beef
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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