Description
When it comes to elevated gourmet dining, few dishes rival the indulgence of Crab-Stuffed Beef Tenderloin with Béarnaise Bliss. This show-stopping centerpiece marries the tender, buttery texture of beef tenderloin with the delicate sweetness of lump crab meat — all topped with a luscious, buttery béarnaise sauce. Perfect for special occasions or elegant dinner parties, it’s the definition of fine dining at home.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Stuffed Tenderloin:
- 2 lbs beef tenderloin, trimmed and butterflied
- 1 cup lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp butter (for searing)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Béarnaise Sauce:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp minced shallots
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh tarragon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Stuffing
- In a bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and parsley.
- Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Prepare the Beef Tenderloin
- Butterfly the tenderloin by slicing lengthwise down the center without cutting through completely.
- Open it like a book, cover with plastic wrap, and pound lightly to an even thickness.
- Spread the crab mixture evenly over the beef, leaving a small border.
- Roll tightly and secure with kitchen twine every 2 inches.
3. Sear and Roast
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat.
- Sear the tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Transfer to the oven and roast 25–30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 135°F (medium-rare).
- Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
4. Make the Béarnaise Sauce
- In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, shallots, and tarragon. Simmer until reduced by half.
- Strain and whisk the reduction into egg yolks over a double boiler.
- Slowly drizzle in melted butter, whisking constantly, until thick and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Assemble and Serve
- Slice tenderloin into 1-inch medallions.
- Spoon warm béarnaise sauce over each serving.
- Garnish with extra tarragon or a light sprinkle of lemon zest.
- Prep Time: PT25M
- Cook Time: PT35M
- Category: Gourmet
- Method: Roasted & Stuffed
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thick slice with béarnaise sauce
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 230mg
