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Beef Medallions And Mushrooms In Red Wine Sauce Recipe

Savor the exquisite tenderness of perfectly seared beef medallions, nestled in a rich, decadent red wine sauce brimming with earthy mushrooms. This recipe showcases the superior beef medallion cut – a relatively new but incredibly flavorful option from the beef shoulder, second only to the tenderloin in tenderness. This elegant dish is surprisingly easy to prepare, resulting in a restaurant-quality meal in under an hour. Impress your family and friends with this unforgettable culinary experience!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 287 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 3.9 (15 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Medallions And Mushrooms In Red Wine Sauce

  • 1 1/2 lbs beef tenderloin, cut into 1 inch medallions
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt, or to taste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh coarse ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 large shallots, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine (such as merlot or cabernet sauvignon)

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How to Make Beef Medallions And Mushrooms In Red Wine Sauce

  1. Pat beef medallions dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add beef medallions and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned and still pink inside. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add remaining 1 tbsp butter to the skillet. Add shallots and mushrooms; sauté for 8-10 minutes, until softened.
  5. Stir in brown sugar and cook for 3-4 minutes, until caramelized.
  6. Add balsamic vinegar, garlic, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute.
  7. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  8. Gradually whisk in beef broth and red wine. Bring to a simmer.
  9. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  10. Return beef medallions to the skillet. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  11. Serve immediately, spooning the sauce and mushrooms over the beef medallions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

44g

Carbs

1g

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