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Mini Beef Wellington Bites

Mini Beef Wellington Bites that Wow Your Guests Every Time

Mini Beef Wellington Bites are a sophisticated twist on a classic, offering tender beef and rich mushroom duxelles wrapped in flaky pastry, perfect for appetizers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Filling
  • 1 pound Tender beef (like tenderloin or filet mignon)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 shallots Finely chopped shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme Or rosemary/oregano as substitute
For the Mushroom Duxelles
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Finely chopped
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff pastry Thawed
  • 1 egg Egg (for wash) Whisked
For Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Sharp Knife
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper, then add to the hot skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked, then remove and let cool.
  2. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté 8 ounces of chopped mushrooms, 2 minced shallots, and 2 cloves of minced garlic for 5-7 minutes until golden and moisture evaporates. Stir in thyme, season, then cool.
  3. Roll out thawed puff pastry to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut into 3x3 inch squares (around 12 pieces total), keeping squares covered with a towel.
  4. Take each pastry square and place a spoonful of mushroom duxelles and a piece of seared beef in the center. Brush with Dijon mustard, fold over, and seal edges to avoid air pockets.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 15-20 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with dipping sauce such as horseradish or mustard.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make these in advance and freeze uncooked. Bake from frozen when ready to serve for an effortless appetizer.

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