Description
Experience the rich, savory flavors of beef tenderloin combined with the sweetness of brown sugar and juicy pineapple. This dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
- Beef Tenderloin
- Beef Bacon
- Brown Sugar
- Pineapple Juice
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- Cayenne (pinch)
- Oil (for searing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that the beef cooks evenly and develops a lovely crust.
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine 1 cup of pineapple juice, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, minced garlic (2 cloves), grated ginger (1 tablespoon), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until the sugar dissolves.
- Marinate the Beef: Place the beef tenderloin in a resealable bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal or cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Wrap with Beef Bacon: Remove the tenderloin from the marinade (reserve the marinade for later). Wrap strips of beef bacon around the tenderloin, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
- Sear the Beef: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add a tablespoon of oil and sear the wrapped tenderloin on all sides until it’s nicely browned, about 4-5 minutes total.
- Roast in the Oven: Transfer the seared tenderloin to a baking dish, drizzle with some reserved marinade, and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until it reaches your desired doneness (about 135°F for medium-rare).
- Glaze the Beef: In the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush the tenderloin with additional brown sugar to create a caramelized glaze. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning!
- Rest and Serve: Once done, remove the tenderloin from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Slice it into medallions and serve with fresh pineapple slices.
- Prep Time: 1 hour (plus marination time)
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: The longer you marinate, the more flavorful your beef will be. Allowing the beef to rest is crucial for a juicy tenderloin. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.