filet of beef with chard and persimmon compote

Recipe by
Shauna Havey
Roy, UT

Impress your sweetheart this Valentine's day with a truly unique steak dinner that comes together with a few simple, yet unexpected ingredients.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For filet of beef with chard and persimmon compote

  • 2
    four ounce beef tenderloin steaks
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 tsp
    salt and pepper
  • 2 Tbsp
    unsalted butter
  • 2
    sprigs fresh thyme
  • 3
    fresh persimmons, peeled & diced fine
  • 1
    lemon
  • 1 Tbsp
    raw honey
  • 1
    shallot, minced
  • 1/4 c
    dry white wine
  • 1/4 c
    low sodium beef stock
  • 1 bunch
    swiss chard, cleaned, dried, and chopped

How To Make filet of beef with chard and persimmon compote

  • 1
    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • 2
    Coat the bottom of a large cast iron skillet with olive oil. Heat the skillet on high heat until the pan is very hot.
  • 3
    Salt and pepper the steaks on both sides.
  • 4
    Add the steaks to the pan and sear each side for about 2 minutes to form a crust. Make sure the steaks are not touching, or they will steam instead of searing well.
  • 5
    Add a tablespoon of butter and a sprig of thyme to the top of each steak, leaving them in the skillet, and transfer them to the oven to cook for another 4 minutes.
  • 6
    Meanwhile, heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add the persimmons. Add the lemon juice and honey. Cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes, just until the fruit begins to break down. Add the lemon zest and remove from heat.
  • 7
    Remove the steaks from the oven. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest. Discard the thyme sprigs as they will be charred but their flavor has infused the meat.
  • 8
    Place the same skillet over medium heat on the stove. Deglaze the pan with the beef broth and the wine. Add the shallot and cook for about 2 minutes until translucent but not browned.
  • 9
    Add the chard and toss gently with tongs. Cook for only a minute or two, just until it begins to wilt.
  • 10
    Place a mound of chard on each of two plates. Set the steak so that it is leaning against the chard. Spoon the compote over the steaks and serve.

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