peppercorn-crusted beef tenderloin with gremolata

Recipe by
Lynette !
Gulf Breeze, FL

It is important to use fresh ingredients for the gremolata. Try not to overcook the steak....the flavor and the tenderness will not be the same if overcooked. Cooking time is 6 minutes, not 10, but that wasn't an option.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For peppercorn-crusted beef tenderloin with gremolata

  • 4
    beef tenderloin steaks, trimmed (4-oz, 1 inch thick)
  • cooking spray
  • 2 tsp
    cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    kosher salt, divided
  • 4 tsp
    canola oil, divided
  • 1/4 c
    fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 3 Tbsp
    fresh cilantro
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    garlic, chopped
  • 1 tsp
    fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp
    lemon rind, grated
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp
    crushed red pepper

How To Make peppercorn-crusted beef tenderloin with gremolata

  • 1
    For the gremolata, combine 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, parsley, cilantro, garlic, oregano, lemon rind, lemon juice and crushed red pepper in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Serve with the steak.
  • 2
    Coat each steak with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • 3
    Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon oil; swirl to coat. Add steaks to the pan, and cook for 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Serve with the gremolata.

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