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The Perfect Beef Wellington

A show-stopping plant-based Beef Wellington with a golden, flaky crust and savory mushroom filling. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or anytime you want an elegant centerpiece.
Prep Time 1 day 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine English
Servings 6

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Large Knife
  • Food Processor for chopping mushrooms
  • skillet or sauté pan
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring Spoons
  • mixing bowl
  • heavy bottom pan or cast iron for searing
  • tongs
  • Rolling Pin
  • small bowl for water
  • Serving Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Beefless Tenderloin
  • 1 Shallot
  • 1 Tbsp Thyme
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 8 Ounces Mushrooms
  • 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 4 Ounces Vegan Yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp Mustard
  • 1 Chive for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Make sure your plant-based tenderloin is fully thawed
  • Thaw in fridge overnight (preferred) Or Thaw in cold running water (~ 1 hour)

Make the Filling (OPTIONAL)

  • Pulse mushrooms in a food processor. Sauté with shallots, thyme, and a pinch of salt until browned and nearly dry. Add soy sauce and vegan yogurt, stir until spreadable, then cool completely.

Sear & Wrap In Pastry

  • Sear the tenderloin on all sides in a hot pan with oil for about 2 minutes total, then let cool
  • Lay out the puff pastry on a floured surface
  • Spread the chilled mushroom filling over the upper 3⁄4 of the pastry
  • Lightly coat the tenderloin with mustard, place it on the pastry, and wrap tightly
  • Seal edges with a bit of water and fold the ends neatly
  • Chill for 20 minutes.

Bake

  • Preheat oven to 425°F
  • Score the top gently and bake for 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp
  • Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing

Serve

  • Slice into 1⁄2-inch pieces, sprinkle with sea salt and chives, and serve hot
  • Drizzle with plant-based butter and/or serve with a flavorful sauce to add moisture - our favorite is horseradish sauce and gravy
Keyword beef wellington, puff pastry, vegan wellington
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