Description
Beef Wellington Bites are an exquisite and delightful twist on the traditional Beef Wellington, making them a perfect addition to any gathering or festive occasion. These bite-sized treats feature tender beef nestled in a rich mushroom filling, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Whether served at a holiday party or a casual get-together, these savory morsels are sure to impress your guests with their elegant look and robust flavors. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, they bring an air of sophistication to your appetizer spread without sacrificing comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef tenderloin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ onion (minced)
- 2 cups button mushrooms (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ cup pitted black olives
- 1 pound puff pastry
- Mustard (to taste)
- 1 egg (beaten)
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the beef into 1-inch pieces and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Brown half of the beef pieces for about 1-2 minutes until seared, then transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if necessary and sauté minced onions and chopped mushrooms for about 10 minutes until softened. Stir in soy sauce and olives, mixing well.
- Process the mixture in a food processor until smooth.
- Roll out puff pastry into squares, add mustard, mushroom mixture, and a piece of beef to each square, folding the corners to seal.
- Brush with beaten egg and bake at 400°F for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Beef Wellington Bite (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg