Beef Wellington
Discover this authentic British Beef Wellington recipe — a quick and easy dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with mushrooms, english mustard, olive oil and 5 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 6 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 30 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this british classic is sure to impress.
20
Prep Time (min)
20
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
450
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 400 g mushrooms
- 1 -2tbsp English Mustard
- Dash Olive Oil
- 750 g piece Beef Fillet
- 6 -8 slices Parma ham
- 500 g Puff Pastry
- Dusting Flour
- 2 Beaten Egg Yolks
Instructions
6 steps · ~76 minutes total
Step 1
Put the mushrooms into a food processor with some seasoning and pulse to a rough paste. Scrape the paste into a pan and cook over a high heat for about 10 mins, tossing frequently, to cook out the moisture from the mushrooms. Spread out on a plate to cool.
3 minutesTaste as you go and adjust seasoning gradually — you can always add more but can't take it away.Step 2
Heat in a frying pan and add a little olive oil. Season the beef and sear in the hot pan for 30 secs only on each side. (You don't want to cook it at this stage, just colour it). Remove the beef from the pan and leave to cool, then brush all over with the mustard.
8 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.Step 3
Lay a sheet of cling film on a work surface and arrange the Parma ham slices on it, in slightly overlapping rows. With a palette knife, spread the mushroom paste over the ham, then place the seared beef fillet in the middle. Keeping a tight hold of the cling film from the edge, neatly roll the Parma ham and mushrooms around the beef to form a tight barrel shape. Twist the ends of the cling film to secure. Chill for 15-20 mins to allow the beef to set and keep its shape.
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 4
Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to a large rectangle, the thickness of a £1 coin. Remove the cling film from the beef, then lay in the centre. Brush the surrounding pastry with egg yolk. Fold the ends over, the wrap the pastry around the beef, cutting off any excess. Turn over, so the seam is underneath, and place on a baking sheet. Brush over all the pastry with egg and chill for about 15 mins to let the pastry rest.
10 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 5
Heat the oven to 200C, 400F, gas 6.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 6
Lightly score the pastry at 1cm intervals and glaze again with beaten egg yolk. Bake for 20 minutes, then lower the oven setting to 180C, 350F, gas 4 and cook for another 15 mins. Allow to rest for 10-15 mins before slicing and serving with the side dishes of your choice. The beef should still be pink in the centre when you serve it.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your british meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Beef Wellington is a beloved dish from British cuisine, originating in United Kingdom. With a total preparation time of about 40 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
British cuisine has undergone a renaissance, combining traditional comfort dishes with modern innovation. Classic recipes often feature hearty, warming ingredients perfect for the British climate.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 8 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best cut of beef for Beef Wellington is a center-cut beef tenderloin, also known as filet mignon, as it is tender, lean, and cooks evenly.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
