Beef Canapes With Cucumber Sauce Recipe

Name: Beef Canapes With Cucumber Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups plain yogurt; 1 beef tenderloin roast (1-1/2 pounds); 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon white pepper, divided; 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced; 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 French bread baguette (1 pound), cut into 36 thin slices; 1 cup fresh arugula; Sliced grape tomatoes, optional

Servings: persons

4 cups plain yogurt
1 beef tenderloin roast (1-1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon white pepper, divided
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 French bread baguette (1 pound), cut into 36 thin slices
1 cup fresh arugula
Sliced grape tomatoes, optional

1
Line a fine mesh strainer with two layers of cheesecloth; place over a bowl. Place yogurt in strainer. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2
Rub tenderloin with 1 tablespoon oil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper. In a large skillet, cook tenderloin over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Transfer to a shallow roasting pan.
3
Bake at 400u00b0 for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145u00b0. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate.
4
Transfer yogurt from strainer to another bowl (discard yogurt liquid). Add the cucumber, onion, garlic and remaining salt and white pepper. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar and remaining oil; stir into yogurt mixture.
5
Thinly slice the tenderloin. Spread yogurt mixture over bread slices; top with beef, arugula and tomato slices if desired. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving.

313

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups plain yogurt, 1 beef tenderloin roast (1-1/2 pounds), 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 teaspoon salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Beef Canapes With Cucumber Sauce falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef Canapes With Cucumber Sauce

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