Beef Tournedos Rossini Recipe

Beef Tournedos Rossini Recipe
Beef Tournedos Rossini is a classic French dish that pairs luxurious beef tenderloin (tournedos) with rich foie gras, truffle, and a Madeira wine sauce. It’s elegant and perfect for a special occasion. Here’s a step-by-step recipe:

Ingredients:

• For the beef:
  • 4 beef tournedos (filet mignon, about 1.5 inches thick)
  • 4 slices of foie gras (about 1/2 inch thick)
  • 4 thin slices of truffle (or truffle paste/oil if fresh truffle isn’t available)
  • 4 slices of brioche bread (optional, lightly toasted)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
• For the sauce:
  • 1/2 cup Madeira wine (or port wine as a substitute)
  • 1/2 cup beef stock
  • 1 shallot (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp flour (optional, for thickening)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the beef

1. Season the beef tournedos generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter. Sear the tournedos for about 3-4 minutes on each side (for medium-rare) or adjust the cooking time to your preferred doneness. Once cooked, set aside and keep warm under aluminum foil.

Step 2: Cook the foie gras

1. In a separate pan, sear the foie gras slices on high heat for about 30-60 seconds on each side. Foie gras cooks very quickly due to its high fat content, so you want a crispy exterior and a soft interior. Set aside and keep warm.

Step 3: Prepare the Madeira sauce

1. In the same pan used for the beef, add the finely chopped shallot and sauté until soft, about 2 minutes.
2. Deglaze the pan with Madeira wine, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
3. Add the beef stock and let the sauce simmer and reduce by half, about 5-7 minutes. If the sauce is too thin, stir in 1 tsp of flour to thicken it slightly.
4. Finish the sauce by stirring in 2 tbsp of butter, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Assemble the Tournedos Rossini

1. Toast the brioche slices lightly (if using). Place one slice of brioche on each serving plate.
2. Top each brioche with a beef tournedos.
3. Place the seared foie gras on top of the beef.
4. Add a slice of truffle on top of the foie gras.
5. Drizzle the Madeira sauce around and over the beef.

Serving suggestions:

• Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
• Serve with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a rich potato gratin for an extra indulgent meal.

Enjoy this luxurious Beef Tournedos Rossini, a dish that brings together rich flavors and elegant presentation.