Crostini with tender beef and green salsa topcook.tomathouse.com
Ingredients:
- 1 baguette, sliced into 0.5 cm thick slices.
- 8 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil + extra for drizzling
- 0.5 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 large shallot, thinly sliced
- 1 clove of garlic
- 450 g filet mignon, cut into 2.5 cm medallions.
Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place baguette slices on a baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toast in the oven until golden brown and crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the parsley, cilantro, chives, tarragon, vinegar, shallot, and garlic in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Reduce the food processor speed and pour in 6 tablespoons of olive oil. Process until a thick sauce forms. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet (preferably cast iron), heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place several beef medallions in the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until dark golden brown and medium-rare, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice the beef across the grain.
- Top each baguette slice with a slice of beef and a spoonful of salsa verde.
Nutritional value per serving: Calories 374, Total Fat 25g, Saturated Fat 6g, Protein 16g, Carbohydrates 22g, Fiber 1g, Cholesterol 48mg, Sodium 297mg, Sugars 3g. |