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Pan-seared beef medallions basted in foaming garlic herb butter in a cast iron skillet.

Garlic Butter Beef Medallions

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs beef tenderloin, cut into 2-inch medallions
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Method
 

  1. Pat beef medallions dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Place medallions in the skillet, ensuring they are not crowded.
  4. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until a brown crust forms and internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and add butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the skillet.
  6. Toss the garlic and herbs in the melting butter, then spoon the foaming butter over the beef for 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. Remove beef from the pan and rest for 5 minutes before serving.