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 d 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine English
- 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
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