Sep 12 2026
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Beef Tenderloin Salpicao, Roasted Garlic And Wild Mushroom Soup Recipe

Inspired by Pio's Kitchen
Time1h 15m
Serves4

* Rosemary

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Ingredients

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Beef Tenderloin Salpicao

Method

Beef Tenderloin Salpicao

  1. 1

    Marinate beef

    In a medium bowl combine 3 tbs soy sauce, 1 tbs oyster sauce, 1 tbs mirin (or dry sherry), 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper and 1 tsp kosher salt. Add the 1-lb beef tenderloin cubes and toss to coat. Let marinate at room temperature for 20–30 minutes (or refrigerate up to 2 hours).

  2. 2

    Prepare garlic

    Thinly slice 6 cloves of garlic and have them ready in a small bowl. Reserve one teaspoon rosemary for finishing and a tablespoon parsley for garnish.

  3. 3

    Sear beef and garlic

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbs neutral oil and 1 tbs unsalted butter. When foaming, add the beef cubes in a single layer (work in two batches if necessary). Sear without moving for 1–1.5 minutes to develop a brown crust, then flip and sear another 45–60 seconds for medium-rare (adjust time for desired doneness). Remove seared beef to a plate and tent with foil.

  4. 4

    Finish with garlic and butter

    Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 1 tbs butter to the skillet, then add sliced garlic. Sauté garlic for 30–60 seconds until fragrant and lightly golden — do not burn. Return beef to the pan along with any accumulated juices. Add 1 tsp fresh lemon juice and toss to combine, spooning the garlic-infused butter over the beef. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

  5. 5

    Plate and garnish

    Transfer beef to a warm serving plate. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and a small pinch of reserved rosemary. Serve immediately alongside the roasted garlic and wild mushroom soup.

Roasted Garlic and Wild Mushroom Soup

  1. 6

    Roast garlic heads

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the tops off 2 whole garlic heads to expose cloves, drizzle with 1 tbs olive oil, wrap tightly in foil and roast on a sheet pan for 30–35 minutes until soft and caramelized. Let cool, then squeeze the softened roasted garlic cloves into a small bowl and mash into a paste.

  2. 7

    Sauté aromatics and mushrooms

    In a large heavy pot over medium heat melt 2 tbs butter with 1 tbs olive oil. Add the finely chopped onion and a pinch of salt; sauté 5–6 minutes until translucent. Add diced carrot and celery and cook 3–4 minutes more. Increase heat to medium-high, add the 12 oz chopped wild mushrooms and 1 tsp fresh rosemary plus 1 tsp thyme; sauté until mushrooms release liquid and begin to brown, about 6–8 minutes.

  3. 8

    Make roux and deglaze

    Sprinkle 1 tbs all-purpose flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to coat, cooking 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste. Pour in 1 cup dry white wine to deglaze, scraping up browned bits from the pot; simmer until wine is reduced by half, about 3–4 minutes.

  4. 9

    Simmer soup

    Stir in the mashed roasted garlic paste, then add 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock. Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat and cook uncovered 12–15 minutes to let flavors meld and vegetables become tender.

  5. 10

    Blend and finish

    For a partially smooth soup, use an immersion blender to purée about half the pot until slightly creamy but retain some mushroom texture. Alternatively, transfer half the soup to a blender, purée and return to pot. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp fresh lemon juice and season with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper. Heat gently—do not boil—until warmed through and slightly thickened, 3–4 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  6. 11

    Serve

    Ladle soup into warm bowls and garnish with finely chopped chives or parsley. Serve with the Beef Tenderloin Salpicao on the side or place a few tenderloin cubes atop each bowl for a composed presentation.

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