Description
This Best Smoked Beef Tenderloin with Creamy Horseradish Sauce offers irresistible flavor and simple preparation. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole beef tenderloin (about 4 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons seasoning blend
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- ½ cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Make the horseradish sauce by mixing sour cream, mayonnaise, horseradish, vinegar, and salt. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare the beef tenderloin by rubbing with oil and seasoning. Refrigerate uncovered for at least 12 hours.
- Let the tenderloin sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before smoking. Secure with twine.
- Preheat smoker to 225°F, insert a thermometer, and smoke the tenderloin until it reaches 115-120°F.
- Sear the tenderloin in a hot skillet with melted butter for 60-90 seconds on each side.
- Rest the tenderloin for 15 minutes, then slice into medallions and serve with sauce.
Notes
For best flavor, season the tenderloin and let it rest overnight before cooking.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure precise doneness for the perfect texture.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg