Description
A classic Gordon Ramsay–inspired Beef Wellington featuring tender seared beef fillet, rich mushroom duxelles, and flaky golden puff pastry baked to perfection. This elegant dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor and a stunning presentation for special occasions.
Ingredients
1 kg beef fillet, trimmed
500 g mushrooms, finely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
50 ml vegetable broth
500 g puff pastry, thawed if frozen
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef fillet generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over high heat and sear the beef on all sides until a rich brown crust forms. Remove from the pan and allow it to cool completely.
- In the same pan, add the finely chopped mushrooms and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat until the mushrooms release their moisture and the liquid evaporates.
- Add the chopped thyme and vegetable broth. Continue cooking until the mixture becomes dry and concentrated. Remove from heat and let the mushroom duxelles cool.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the cooled mushroom duxelles evenly across the pastry.
- Place the cooled beef fillet in the center and carefully wrap the pastry around the beef, sealing the edges tightly.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Place the wrapped Wellington on a baking sheet and brush the pastry with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the pastry is crisp and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the Wellington rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Brush the seared beef with a thin layer of Dijon mustard before wrapping for extra flavor.
Finely chopped shallots can be added to the mushroom duxelles for a sweeter, aromatic base.
Ensure the mushroom mixture is fully cooked and dry to prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
Let the Wellington rest after baking so the juices redistribute before slicing.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10–15 minutes to maintain crisp pastry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (approx 350 g)
- Calories: 720 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
