Peppered Lavender Beef

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 17

Peppered Lavender Beef with Fennel Seeds recipe

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 beef tenderloin roast
	1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
	1 tablespoon whole black peppercorn
	1 tablespoon whole white peppercorns
	2 tablespoons fennel seeds
	1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
	2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender flowers

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

365

Sugar

Fat

23g

Peppered Lavender Beef with Fennel Seeds is a fusion dish that combines the classic herb and spice blends of both the Mediterranean and the Far East. The dish's centerpiece is the beef tenderloin roast, which is coated with a dry rub of black and white peppercorns, fennel seeds, thyme, and culinary lavender flowers, giving it a distinctive and robust aroma and flavor. The beef roast is roasted to perfection and cut into thin slices before serving. This dish is perfect for impressing your guests with your culinary skills and for indulging in a luxurious and healthy meal at home.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	In a grinder, grind the whole black peppercorn, whole white peppercorns, and fennel seeds together.
3.	In a small bowl, mix the ground spices with dried thyme and dried culinary lavender flowers.
4.	Rub the extra-virgin olive oil all over the beef tenderloin roast.
5.	Coat the roast with the spice mixture evenly using hands.
6.	Place the roast in a roasting pan and roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
7.	Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Slice the beef thinly and serve warm.

PROS

This recipe produces a flavorful and aromatic beef dish with a unique combination of spices that satisfies your taste buds.

Beef tenderloin is a lean cut of meat with high protein content and essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.

CONS

It takes a longer time to prepare the spice mix and rub onto the beef.

Beef tenderloin is an expensive cut of meat, and the cost may vary by location and quality of the meat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef tenderloin is a good source of protein that helps to build and repair muscles, bones, and tissues.
It is also an excellent source of iron that boosts the immune system and prevents anemia.
The spice mix contains a variety of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties that improve digestion, immunity, and overall health.