Roasted Beef with Cucumber
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just over an hour and looks elegant enough for guests. Tender beef tenderloin pairs beautifully with crisp, refreshing cucumber in a ginger and garlic infused sauce that tastes restaurant quality but requires minimal effort. The fresh ginger in this dish is packed with anti inflammatory properties that support digestion and overall wellness. What I love most is how adaptable it is, whether you're cooking for two or scaling up for a crowd, and the ingredients are usually things I already have on hand.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kgbeef tenderloin(tied with twine)
- 2english cucumber(thinly sliced on bias)
- 3 tablespoonssesame oil
- 2 tablespoonsrice vinegar
- 1 tablespoonfresh ginger(minced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 1 tablespoondijon mustard
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonkosher salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonssesame seeds(toasted)
- 59 mlfresh cilantro(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
Remove beef from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Pat dry with paper towels and season generously with kosher salt and black pepper on all sides.
Tip: Bringing beef to room temperature ensures even cooking throughout.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Sear the beef for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden brown crust forms.
Tip: Don't move the beef while searing to develop proper crust.
- 3
Transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F oven. Roast for 18-22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare. Remove and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Tip: Resting allows juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender.
- 4
While beef rests, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl until well combined.
Tip: Whisk vigorously to emulsify the sesame oil with the vinegar.
- 5
Place sliced cucumber on a serving platter and season lightly with salt. Drizzle half of the dressing over cucumbers and toss gently.
Tip: Salting the cucumber slightly before dressing enhances its natural flavor.
- 6
Slice the rested beef against the grain into quarter-inch thick pieces. Arrange beef slices over the cucumber.
Tip: Cutting against the grain shortens muscle fibers, making beef more tender.
- 7
Drizzle remaining dressing over beef and cucumber. Garnish generously with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.
Tip: Toasting sesame seeds intensifies their nutty flavor.
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