Peppercorn-Crusted Fillet with Mushroom Sauce
Peppercorn-Crusted Fillet with Mushroom Sauce is a delicious and savory dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with a juicy fillet of beef that is coated in a flavorful peppercorn crust and served with a rich and creamy mushroom sauce.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1 fillet of beef (6-8 oz)
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt to taste
To start, preheat your oven to 400°F. Crush the peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder. Rub the peppercorns onto the fillet of beef, making sure to coat it evenly on all sides. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the fillet and sear it for 2-3 minutes on each side until it is browned.
Transfer the fillet to a baking dish and bake it in the oven for 10-12 minutes for medium-rare, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. While the fillet is cooking, prepare the mushroom sauce.
In the same skillet that you used to sear the fillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté them for 2-3 minutes until they are tender. Pour in the beef broth and let it simmer for a few minutes until it has reduced by half. Add the heavy cream and stir until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt to taste.
Once the fillet is done cooking, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thick pieces. Serve the fillet with the mushroom sauce drizzled over the top.
This Peppercorn-Crusted Fillet with Mushroom Sauce is a perfect dish for a special occasion or a romantic dinner for two. The peppercorn crust adds a nice kick of flavor to the tender and juicy fillet, while the mushroom sauce is rich and creamy with a hint of earthiness from the mushrooms. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Type of dish: Main course
Main ingredients: Beef fillet, black peppercorns, mushrooms
