The South Pole's Favorite Beef Wellington Recipe

Conquer your kitchen with this incredible Beef Wellington recipe, inspired by the culinary traditions of McMurdo Station, Antarctica! This festive dish, a Christmas staple at the continent's largest research base, is a true culinary adventure. Directly from the recipes of legendary South Pole chefs James Brown and "Cookie" Jon Emanuel (featured in week 10 of the "Travel by Stove" food blog), this Wellington is a challenge worth undertaking. Prepare for an unforgettable meal—the perfect centerpiece for your next holiday gathering or adventurous dinner party!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 75.9 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The South Pole's Favorite Beef Wellington

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How to Make The South Pole's Favorite Beef Wellington

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the beef tenderloin generously with salt and pepper. Sear the tenderloin in a hot pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. While the beef cools, prepare the duxelles. Sauté the 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms in 2 tablespoons of butter until softened. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots and cook for another 2 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh thyme and 1/4 cup dry sherry. Cook until the sherry is reduced by half. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside to cool.
  4. On a large sheet of plastic wrap, spread the cooled duxelles evenly into a rectangle, approximately 12x8 inches. Place the cooled beef tenderloin in the center of the duxelles.
  5. Spread the 1/2 cup Dijon mustard evenly over the top of the beef. Top with 4 slices of Parma ham and then 1 sheet (approx 14 x 14 inches) of puff pastry.
  6. Carefully lift the plastic wrap and tightly wrap the pastry around the beef, tucking in the edges to create a neat, even log. Trim any excess pastry.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the pastry to firm up.
  8. Before baking, brush the pastry with 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon of milk. Score the top of the pastry with a sharp knife to allow steam to escape.
  9. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the internal temperature of the beef reaches 130-135°F (54-57°C) for medium-rare. Rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
  10. Serve with lobster tail and at least two different kinds of mashed potatoes (as served in McMurdo Station!).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

13g

Carbs

0g