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Beef Wellington Bites Recipe

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These Beef Wellington Bites are a delightful appetizer featuring tender seared beef tenderloin wrapped in prosciutto and puff pastry, accompanied by creamy Dijon and horseradish dipping sauces. Perfect for parties or special occasions, these bite-sized treats combine rich flavors and flaky textures for an elegant yet approachable dish.

Ingredients

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Beef Wellington Bites

  • 2 tsp ghee or canola oil (or another oil with a high smoke point)
  • 2 lb beef tenderloin, cut into 24 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tsp coarse salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 12 oz cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 8 slices prosciutto, cut into thirds crosswise
  • 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 egg yolks, beaten
  • Additional coarse salt for sprinkling before baking (optional)

Creamy Dijon Sauce

  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • Pinch of coarse salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, a few turns

Creamy Horseradish Sauce

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup prepared horseradish
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: a spoonful of Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dipping Sauces: In two separate bowls, mix the ingredients for the Creamy Dijon Sauce and the Creamy Horseradish Sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Cover and refrigerate these sauces until ready to serve. They can be made up to two days in advance for convenience.
  2. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the Beef Wellington Bites.
  3. Season and sear the beef: Season the beef tenderloin cubes evenly with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat a skillet over high heat, add the ghee or canola oil, and quickly sear the beef cubes for 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and refrigerate to chill before assembling.
  4. Sauté the mushrooms and shallot: In the same skillet over high heat, add the finely chopped cremini mushrooms. Cook until they release their liquid and start to brown, which intensifies their flavor. Reduce the heat and add the minced shallot, cooking until softened and fragrant. Transfer the mushroom mixture to paper towels to absorb excess moisture, ensuring the filling doesn’t make the pastry soggy.
  5. Prepare the puff pastry base: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface into a 10 by 14-inch rectangle. Cut each sheet into 12 equal squares, giving you 24 squares total for the 24 beef pieces.
  6. Assemble the bites: Place a slice of prosciutto in the center of each puff pastry square, then add about a tablespoon of the mushroom mixture on top. Next, place a seared beef cube on the mushroom layer. Carefully bring the corners of the pastry squares up around the filling and pinch them to seal tightly, creating small parcels. Position each parcel seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Prepare for baking: Brush the tops of each assembled Beef Wellington bite generously with the beaten egg yolks. Optionally, sprinkle coarse salt over them for extra flavor and a slight crunch.
  8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed. This final bake crisps the pastry while heating the beef through.
  9. Serve: Let the bites cool slightly, then serve warm accompanied by the chilled Creamy Dijon and Creamy Horseradish sauces for dipping.

Notes

  • Chilling the seared beef before assembling helps prevent the puff pastry from becoming soggy and ensures even baking.
  • The mushroom mixture should be drained well to avoid excess moisture in the pastry pockets.
  • If frozen puff pastry is used, make sure it is thoroughly thawed before rolling out for easier handling.
  • These bites can be made a few hours ahead, assembled and refrigerated, then baked just before serving.
  • For gluten-free option, substitute the puff pastry with a gluten-free variety if available.

Keywords: Beef Wellington, appetizer, puff pastry, seared beef, party bites, mushroom duxelles, prosciutto, dipping sauces

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