Pan Seared Beef Tenderloin Medallions
These elegant beef tenderloin medallions are pan seared to a perfect golden crust and require minimal seasoning to let the exceptional quality of the meat shine through. It is a premium high protein dinner that feels indulgent yet takes only 20 minutes to prepare.
Luxurious beef tenderloin medallions with a perfect golden crust and minimal seasoning for pure beefy flavor.
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Ingredients
Main
Cooking
Basting
Aromatics
Seasoning
Instructions
Prepare and Dry the Medallions
Remove the tenderloin medallions from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking and pat them very thoroughly dry on all sides with paper towels. Season all surfaces generously with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper just before cooking.
Sear in Hot Oil
Heat a heavy cast iron skillet over high heat until it is extremely hot and just beginning to smoke, then add the avocado oil. Place the medallions in the pan without crowding them and sear for 2 to 3 minutes without moving until a deep brown crust forms.
Baste with Butter and Aromatics
Flip the medallions and immediately add the butter, thyme sprigs, and crushed garlic to the pan. As the butter melts and foams, tilt the pan and continuously spoon the hot flavored butter over the tops of the medallions for 2 to 3 minutes.
Rest and Plate
Transfer the medallions to a warm plate and let them rest undisturbed for 5 full minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat. Spoon the remaining pan butter over the top before plating for extra richness.
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