Beef Wellington Bites
Beef Wellington Bites are a mini version of the classic Beef Wellington, perfect for appetizers or parties. These savory bites feature tender beef, a flavorful mushroom duxelles, and a layer of prosciutto, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. They’re baked to golden perfection, offering a bite-sized version of a beloved dish.
- Prep Time: 20min
- Cook Time: 20min
- Total Time: 40min
- Yield: 12 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
– 1 lb beef tenderloin (cut into small cubes)
– 1/2 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
– 2 tbsp butter
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1/4 tsp garlic powder
– 1/4 tsp onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 6 slices prosciutto
– 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
– 1 egg (beaten for egg wash)
– 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the chopped mushrooms for 5-7 minutes, until they release their moisture and become tender. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let it cool.
4. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into squares large enough to wrap the beef cubes.
5. Lay a slice of prosciutto on each puff pastry square and brush it with a little Dijon mustard.
6. Place a beef cube on top of the prosciutto, then spoon a small amount of the mushroom mixture over the beef.
7. Fold the puff pastry over the beef and mushroom filling, sealing the edges.
8. Brush each wrapped bite with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
9. Place the beef Wellington bites on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
10. Serve warm.
Notes
– These bites are best served immediately after baking, while the pastry is still crispy.
– If you want to make ahead, assemble the bites, then freeze them before baking. Bake straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
– For extra flavor, you can add a touch of thyme or rosemary to the mushroom mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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