Sweet and Sour Cherry Beef with Asparagus and Red O

Name: Sweet and Sour Cherry Beef with Asparagus and Red Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 1/2 pounds filet mignon, cut into four 6-ounce portions, about 1 inch thick; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 tablespoons butter; 2 bunches asparagus, cut on a bias into 1-inch pieces; 1 large red onion, sliced thin; Freshly ground pepper; 5 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 3/4 cup sour cherry preserves; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon freshly ground coarse black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds filet mignon, cut into four 6-ounce portions, about 1 inch thick
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons butter
2 bunches asparagus, cut on a bias into 1-inch pieces
1 large red onion, sliced thin
Freshly ground pepper
5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3/4 cup sour cherry preserves
3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon freshly ground coarse black pepper

1
Heat oil in a large saute pan, preferably cast-iron, over high heat.
2
When pan is hot, pat steaks dry with a paper towel and season generously with salt and pepper.
3
Add steaks to pan and cook about 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium rare.
4
Remove from pan.
5
Cover lightly with foil to keep warm.
6
Add butter to the pan and cook until butter is a deep golden-brown color.
7
Add the asparagus and onions to the pan and cook, stirring or tossing often, until the vegetables are tender and slightly browned, about 10 minutes.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
Transfer to a platter.
10
Add the red wine vinegar to the pan and allow to reduce by half, about 2 to 3 minutes.
11
Add the cherry preserves and cook until mixture has a sauce consistency, about 2 more minutes.
12
Add the tarragon and the 1 tablespoon coarse-ground black pepper to the sauce.
13
Season to taste with salt and pepper, if necessary.
14
Arrange steaks on top of asparagus-onion mixture and spoon sauce on top of steaks.

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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.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 1/2 pounds filet mignon, cut into four 6-ounce portions, about 1 inch thick, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 4 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Sour Cherry Beef with Asparagus and Red Onions falls under the Vegetarian 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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Sweet and Sour Cherry Beef with Asparagus and Red Onions

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