Irresistibly Juicy Grilled Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Béarnaise Recipe
This recipe features irresistibly juicy grilled beef tenderloin crostini topped with rich and tangy Béarnaise sauce. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a sophisticated snack, the crispy grilled baguette pairs wonderfully with tender, perfectly seared beef tenderloin and fresh chives for a burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 crostini servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 loaf Baguette (or gluten-free baguette)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for brushing)
Beef
- 2 pieces Beef tenderloin filets (2-inch thick for grilling)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ground pepper
Sauce and Garnish
- 1 package Béarnaise sauce mix (or homemade Béarnaise sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (or fresh parsley as alternative)
Instructions
- Remove Tenderloin from Refrigerator: Take the beef tenderloin filets out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling to allow them to come to room temperature for more even cooking.
- Preheat Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat, around 350-375°F, preparing it for toasting the baguette slices.
- Slice and Oil Baguette: Cut the baguette at a 45-degree angle into ½ inch thick slices and brush each slice with olive oil for crisping and flavor.
- Grill Baguette Slices: Place the baguette slices on the grill and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they are lightly toasted with grill marks.
- Increase Grill Heat: Turn the grill heat up to high, approximately 450-475°F, to prepare for searing the beef tenderloin.
- Season and Grill Beef: Season both sides of the beef filets with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper. Grill for 3-5 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 125°F for medium-rare.
- Rest Beef: Remove the beef from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender meat.
- Prepare Béarnaise Sauce: While the beef rests, prepare the Béarnaise sauce according to the package instructions or your homemade recipe.
- Assemble Crostini: Slice the rested beef thinly and layer on top of the grilled baguette slices. Drizzle with the Béarnaise sauce and garnish with fresh chives or parsley for a bright flavor finish.
Notes
- Allowing the beef to rest after grilling is key to juicy results.
- You can substitute gluten-free baguette to accommodate dietary needs.
- Adjust the grilling time to reach your preferred doneness level.
- Fresh herbs like parsley work well if chives are unavailable.
- Béarnaise sauce can be made fresh or prepared from a trusted mix for convenience.
Keywords: beef tenderloin, crostini, grilled baguette, Béarnaise sauce, appetizer, gluten-free, grilled beef
