Mini Beef Wellington Bites
Discover how to make Mini Beef Wellington Bites. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
40
Prep Time
25
Cook Time
65
Total Time
24
Servings
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Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Step 2
2. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes for 30-45 seconds per side until browned on all sides but still rare in the center. Transfer to a plate and let cool completely.
Step 3
3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 4
4. Add chopped mushrooms and thyme leaves to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and it evaporates, about 8-10 minutes. The mixture should be dry and paste-like. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a bowl to cool completely.
Step 5
5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 6
6. Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to about 10x14 inches. Cut into 24 squares (about 2.5-inch squares).
Step 7
7. Brush each pastry square with a small amount of Dijon mustard. Place a teaspoon of mushroom mixture in the center of each square, then top with a beef cube.
Step 8
8. Fold the corners of the pastry over the beef and mushroom filling, pinching the seams to seal completely. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 9
9. Brush the tops with egg wash and make a small slit in the top of each pastry for steam to escape.
Step 10
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Chef's Notes
Ensure the beef is completely cooled before wrapping to prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
The mushroom duxelles must be cooked until all moisture evaporates to maintain the pastry's crispness.
For extra flavor, brush the beef with a thin layer of Dijon mustard before wrapping in pastry.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these elegant bites warm with a side of horseradish cream sauce or peppercorn sauce for dipping. They pair beautifully with a glass of full-bodied red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec. Perfect for holiday parties, New Year's Eve celebrations, or as a sophisticated starter for a dinner party.
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Mini Beef Wellington Bites
Discover how to make Mini Beef Wellington Bites. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients (11)
Instructions
- Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes for 30-45 seconds per side until browned on all sides but still rare in the center. Transfer to a plate and let cool completely.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add chopped mushrooms and thyme leaves to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and it evaporates, about 8-10 minutes. The mixture should be dry and paste-like. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a bowl to cool completely.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to about 10x14 inches. Cut into 24 squares (about 2.5-inch squares).
- Brush each pastry square with a small amount of Dijon mustard. Place a teaspoon of mushroom mixture in the center of each square, then top with a beef cube.
- Fold the corners of the pastry over the beef and mushroom filling, pinching the seams to seal completely. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops with egg wash and make a small slit in the top of each pastry for steam to escape.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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