Tenderloin Tips

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Dinner

Few cuts reward simple cooking quite like beef tenderloin tips. Naturally tender and quick to prepare, they deliver the rich flavor and satisfying texture of a premium steak without requiring a long cooking time or complicated technique. Plan a relaxed family dinner or a special meal for guests with a tenderloin tips recipe proves that restaurant-quality beef can come together in less than 30 minutes.

 

Unlike larger roasts or thick steaks that demand careful timing, tenderloin tips thrive over high heat and benefit from minimal seasoning. A hot pan with a quality cut of beef and a few pantry staples are often all you need to create a memorable meal. The result is a beautifully browned exterior and a juicy center, giving the kind of rich flavor that makes everyone reach for another bite.

Tenderloin Tips

Ingredients

  • 1½ to 2 pounds beef tenderloin tips

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or other high-heat cooking oil

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • Kosher salt

  • Freshly cracked black pepper

  • 3 garlic cloves, lightly crushed

  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

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  • Sliced mushrooms

  • Shallots

  • Worcestershire sauce

  • Dijon mustard

  • Heavy cream for a simple pan sauce

  • Flaky finishing salt

  • Fresh parsley

Directions

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    1. Place a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly hot. Add the cooking oil and allow it to shimmer before adding the beef.

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    1. Arrange the seasoned tenderloin tips in a single layer. Do not stir immediately, allowing the first side to brown for about 2 to 3 minutes before turning.

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    1. Continue rotating the beef until each side develops rich color. When necessary, cook in two batches rather than overcrowding the skillet. If you're wondering how to cook tenderloin tips so they develop a rich crust instead of steaming, moisture is the biggest enemy. Giving every piece enough space allows moisture to evaporate quickly, producing the golden crust that defines exceptional steak.

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    1. Reduce the heat slightly, then add butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Tilt the pan and continuously spoon the melted butter over the beef for another 1 to 2 minutes, adding richness while helping the herbs perfume the meat.

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    1. Instead of relying only on time, use an instant-read thermometer. Most people find medium rare provides the ideal combination of tenderness and flavor. Here's helpful tenderloin tips temperature guide:

      • Rare: 120 to 125°F

      • Medium Rare: 130 to 135°F

      • Medium: 140 to 145°F

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    1. Transfer the beef to a plate and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes. Resting gives the juices time to redistribute throughout the meat, producing a more flavorful final bite. Served immediately after resting, these tenderloin tips deliver the rich sear and buttery texture that make them satisfactory and worthy of any steakhouse menu.