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Follow published Oct 12, 2022 Here's why beef tenderloin is superb for the grill: you get tender meat inside plus browned deliciousness on the outside. Jump to recipePage URL comments Comments Credit: Kelli Foster When you need a special-occasion meal, a beef tenderloin roast is the way to go. Although it has that wow factor when you bring it to the table, it’s actually fairly easy to prepare. Simply season it with salt and pepper and focus on browning it properly on the outside and getting the middle a rosy pink. Then all you have to do is slice it and maybe top with a compound butter for a crowd-pleasing main dish. Tenderloins are often roasted in the oven, but grilling it is even easier and guarantees that your kitchen will stay cool and available for prepping side dishes instead. Plus, there are no pans to wash after! Why Beef Tenderloin Is Great for the GrillTenderloin is a boneless, beefy cut of beef that cooks up juicy and tender. It’s great to make on the grill because grills generally can get to a high temperature that sears the outside of the tenderloin to get it browned and full of flavor. Lots of smoke can develop while the beef is searing, so cooking it outside keeps your kitchen smoke-free. A grill can also fit a larger roast, which is great if you’re feeding a crowd. Plus, using the grill frees up your stovetop and oven for other dishes. Credit: Kelli Foster What Temperature Should Beef Tenderloin Be Grilled At?Tenderloin benefits from initially starting at high heat to develop a nice crust on the outside, then finishing at a lower temperature to make sure the center is cooked to the right doneness. For a gas grill, start at high heat (about 500ºF), then turn it down to medium-low heat. For a charcoal grill, pile the coals on one half of the grill to create both direct and indirect heat so that there’s a hotter zone for searing and a cooler zone to finish the cooking. How Long Does It Take to Grill Beef Tenderloin?A tenderloin roast needs about 10 minutes over high heat to develop a browned crust on the outside, then it needs anywhere from 18 to 25 minutes more cooking time over a lower heat until it’s medium-rare in the center. The thickness of the roast determines the cooking time, so thinner roasts will cook more quickly. Use an instant-read thermometer to best gauge the doneness of the tenderloin — especially if your roast is thinner or larger. Some Tips for Grilling Beef Tenderloin
Comments 0 Ratings Grilled Beef Tenderloin RecipePrint Recipe Here's why beef tenderloin is superb for the grill: you get tender meat inside plus browned deliciousness on the outside. YieldServes 6 to 8 Prep time 5 minutes Cook time 28 minutes to 35 minutes Show Nutrition
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Recipe NotesMake ahead: The tenderloin can be tied and refrigerated, loosely covered, up to 1 day ahead before seasoning and grilling. How long to cook tenderloin on grill?INSTRUCTIONS. 1 Mix Seasoning, parsley and rosemary in small bowl. ... . 2 Prepare grill for indirect heat (about 325°F). ... . 3 Grill 40 to 45 minutes or until internal temperature of thickest part of roast is 125°F, turning occasionally if needed for even cooking.. Is beef tenderloin good for grilling?Let the tenderloin rest at room temperature for 1 hour before grilling. Prepare a medium-hot charcoal or gas grill for indirect grilling. Grill the beef over the hottest part of the grill, turning it every few minutes so a slightly charred crust develops all over, 20 to 25 minutes.
How long does it take to grill a tenderloin filet?Use the following timings for how long to grill filet mignon by direct grilling: For a 1-inch cut, grill 10 to 12 minutes for medium-rare (145°F) or 12 to 15 minutes for medium (160°F). For a 1½-inch cut, grill 15 to 19 minutes for medium-rare (145°F) or 18 to 23 minutes for medium (160°F).
Which cooking method is best for beef tenderloin?By roasting the meat on low heat for a few hours, you allow it to cook to the same temperature all the way through, instead of having it be more done on the outside than in the middle. Searing the tenderloin at the end adds beautiful color and the most delicious crispy crust.
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