Ballet Culinaire (culinary Ballet)

Indulge in the art of culinary ballet with this exquisite recipe that will delight your senses and elevate your dining experience.

Gluten Free Vegetarian Haute cuisine French Fine Dining Special Occasion Impressive
Ballet Culinaire (culinary Ballet)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb filet mignon
  • Sea salt
  • Black pepper
  • Truffle oil
  • Asparagus spears
  • Shallots
  • Red wine
  • Beef broth
  • Butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Season the filet mignon with sea salt and black pepper, then drizzle with truffle oil.
  3. Sear the filet mignon in a hot skillet for 2 minutes on each side, then transfer to the oven and roast for 10 minutes for medium-rare.
  4. Blanch the asparagus spears in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  5. Sauté the shallots in butter until translucent, then deglaze the pan with red wine and beef broth to make a rich sauce.
  6. Serve the filet mignon with the asparagus and drizzle the sauce on top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking sheet Skillet Saucepan

Tools

Oven Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Pair with a full-bodied red wine and a side of creamy mashed potatoes.

Tips & tricks

For an extra touch of luxury, shave fresh truffles over the filet mignon before serving.

Cost

$50