Herb Crusted Roast Beef With Onion and Red Wine Gra

Name: Herb Crusted Roast Beef With Onion and Red Wine Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup Dijon mustard; ¼ cup finely chopped thyme; 2 tablespoons olive oil; salt & fresh ground pepper; 2 kg piece filet of beef; 50 g butter; 3 onions, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon finely chopped thyme, extra; 1 tablespoon flour; 300 ml red wine; 600 ml beef stock

Servings: persons

¼ cup Dijon mustard
¼ cup finely chopped thyme
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt & fresh ground pepper
2 kg piece filet of beef
50 g butter
3 onions, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon finely chopped thyme, extra
1 tablespoon flour
300 ml red wine
600 ml beef stock

1
Preheat oven to 220C.
2
Combine mustard, thyme, and oil in bowl.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Rub mixture over beef.
5
(can marinate covered in refrigerator for up to 3 hours).
6
Place in roasting pan.
7
Roast in oven for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.
8
Remove from oven to a serving plate and cover with foil and set aside for 15 minutes.
9
To make gravy melt butter in saucepan until foaming.
10
Add onion, garlic and extra thyme and cook stirring occasionally for 25 minutes.
11
Add flour stir constantly for 30 seconds until golden.
12
Gradually pour in wine, stirring all the time and bring to the boil.
13
Cook stirring for 2-3 minutes until reduced by half.
14
Add stock and reserved pan juices and cook for a further 5 minutes.
15
Remove from heat and strain if you want a smooth gravy.

1562

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

Carbs

137

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: ¼ cup Dijon mustard, ¼ cup finely chopped thyme, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt & fresh ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Herb Crusted Roast Beef With Onion and Red Wine Gravy 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.

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Herb Crusted Roast Beef With Onion and Red Wine Gravy

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