Mini Beef Wellington Bites (Printer-Friendly)

Tender beef and savory mushroom duxelles wrapped in flaky puff pastry for elegant bites.

# What You'll Need:

→ Beef

01 - 1 lb beef tenderloin, cut into small cubes
02 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Mushroom Duxelles

03 - 1 cup finely chopped cremini or button mushrooms
04 - 2 tbsp finely chopped shallots
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried thyme
07 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Pastry and Finishing

08 - 1 package thawed puff pastry
09 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
10 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
11 - Flour for dusting

→ Cooking Fats and Oils

12 - 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper. Sear each side for 2-3 minutes until a golden brown crust forms. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
02 - In the same skillet, cook mushrooms, shallots, and garlic over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mushrooms release moisture and mixture turns golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in thyme and season with salt and pepper. Let cool completely to preserve pastry texture.
03 - Lightly dust a clean surface with flour. Roll thawed puff pastry to approximately 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into uniform 3-inch squares to ensure even baking.
04 - Place a spoonful of cooled mushroom duxelles onto each puff pastry square. Top with a seared beef cube, optionally brushing with Dijon mustard. Fold pastry over filling to form a sealed pocket, pressing edges with a fork.
05 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange bites evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush each piece with beaten egg wash. Bake for 15-20 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown.
06 - Allow mini bites to cool briefly before serving to avoid burns. Enjoy warm to experience the contrast of flaky pastry and juicy beef.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Searing beef cubes quickly locks in juices ensuring tender bites. Allow mushroom duxelles and beef to cool before assembly to maintain pastry crispness.
02 - Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8-10 minutes to preserve flakiness.
03 - Assemble bites can be prepared in advance and chilled up to 4 hours before baking, making this a time-efficient appetizer.
04 - For vegetarian option, substitute beef with roasted portobello mushrooms or a vegetable medley.

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