Emeril's Drunken Beef Recipe

Name: Emeril's Drunken Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 pounds of beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch thick medallions; Salt; Freshly ground pepper; 2 cups mixed wild mushrooms; 1 cup sliced onions; 1/2 cup Cognac; 1 tablespoon garlic; 1 cup veal demi-glace; Chives; Red bell pepper, brunoise; Creole seasoning

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds of beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch thick medallions
Salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 cups mixed wild mushrooms
1 cup sliced onions
1/2 cup Cognac
1 tablespoon garlic
1 cup veal demi-glace
Chives
Red bell pepper, brunoise
Creole seasoning

1
In a hot saute pan, add oil.
2
Season the beef with salt and pepper and add to the oil.
3
Brown the steak, about 2 minutes per side.
4
Add the mushrooms and the onions.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Remove the pan from the heat.
7
Add the cognac.
8
Very carefully flambe the cognac.
9
Allow the alcohol to burn off and then add the garlic and the demi-glace.
10
Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
11
Garnish with chives, red pepper and Creol

689

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 pounds of beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch thick medallions, Salt, Freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Emeril's Drunken Beef falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Emeril's Drunken Beef

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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