Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLou Lou Food & DrinkBeef Wellington Recipe

Beef Wellington Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Tender beef wrapped in pastry served with a rich gravy.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Gravy Ingredients

Method

Beef Preparation

  1. 1

    Sear the Beef

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the beef tenderloin with salt and black pepper. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let it cool.

  2. 2

    Prepare Mushroom Duxelles

    In the same skillet, add finely chopped mushrooms and sauté over medium heat until all moisture evaporates, about 10-15 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, season with salt and black pepper, and set aside to cool.

  3. 3

    Wrap the Beef

    On a clean surface, lay out prosciutto slices slightly overlapping. Spread the mushroom duxelles evenly over prosciutto. Place the cooled beef in the center and roll tightly using the prosciutto to wrap the beef. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Prepare Puff Pastry

    Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface until large enough to wrap around the beef. Remove the beef from the refrigerator and unwrap it from the plastic wrap.

  5. 5

    Assemble Beef Wellington

    Place the beef in the center of the pastry. Brush the edges of the pastry with egg yolk. Fold the pastry over the beef and seal tightly. Brush the top with remaining egg yolk.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Place the wrapped beef on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Gravy Preparation

  1. 7

    Make the Gravy

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden. Gradually add beef stock and red wine, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Bring to a boil and then simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Slice the Beef Wellington and serve with the rich gravy drizzled over the top.

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