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Tenderloin Filet – Nutritional Facts
Per Serving (1 filet, based on 2 servings, based on a 2,000-calorie daily diet)
| Nutrient | Amount (% Daily Value (DV)) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 350 (18%) |
| Total Fat | 22g (28%) |
| Saturated Fat | 7g (35%) |
| Trans Fat | 1g |
| Cholesterol | 110mg (37%) |
| Sodium | 480mg (21%) |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0g (0%) |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g (0%) |
| Total Sugars | 0g |
| Added Sugars | 0g (0%) |
| Protein | 34g (68%) |
| Vitamin D | 0.2mcg (1%) |
| Calcium | 20mg (2%) |
| Iron | 3.8mg (21%) |
| Potassium | 540mg (11%) |
Mashed Cauliflower – Nutritional Facts
Per Serving (based on 2 servings, based on a 2,000-calorie daily diet)
| Nutrient | Amount (% Daily Value (DV)) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 110 (6%) |
| Total Fat | 9g (12%) |
| Saturated Fat | 3g (15%) |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 10mg (3%) |
| Sodium | 300mg (13%) |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6g (2%) |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g (7%) |
| Total Sugars | 2g |
| Added Sugars | 0g (0%) |
| Protein | 2g (4%) |
| Vitamin D | 0.1mcg (1%) |
| Calcium | 30mg (2%) |
| Iron | 0.5mg (3%) |
| Potassium | 380mg (8%) |
Tenderloin Filet with Mashed Cauliflower
BUTCHER’S BRIEF:
Look for center cut filet when possible. Taken from the center of the tenderloin, a “center cut” filet will help in delivering uniform cooking and restaurant-worthy presentation.
Ingredients
For the Filet:
- 2 Center cut Strauss grass-fed beef filet
- 6 oz.Sea salt & fresh cracked pepper
- 2 Tbs grapeseed oil divided
For the Cauliflower:
- ½ head of cauliflower cut into small pieces
- 1 clove fresh garlic peeled
- 1 Tbs butter
- 1 Tbs extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt & fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
Filet:
- Liberally season the filet all around with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Heat the skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop
- Add the grapeseed oil to the skillet, continue heating until the oil reaches the smoke point
- Place the filet in skillet and sear on one side until browned, flip the filet and sear the other side until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side
- Place the skillet in the oven for 2-4 minutes or desired doneness.
- Remove from the pan and rest the meat on a resting rack
Cauliflower Mash:
- Cut the cauliflower into small pieces.
- Cover with cold water in a pot.
- Add the garlic cloves and set over high heat until simmering.
- Simmer the cauliflower uncovered until tender and completely cooked.
- Strain off water.
- Place the cauliflower back into the pot and put it over low heat.
- With a potato masher, mash until completely broken up.
- Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste, add the olive oil and butter and stir until incorporated.
Plate, serve, enjoy!
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