Beef Wellington Bruschetta: A Delicious Summer Treat
Transform Beef Wellington into a simple summer bruschetta with steak, mushrooms, and yogurt sauce. Perfect for BBQs and gatherings. Easy, delicious, and quick!
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Ingredients
Steak:
- 250-300 grams (about 9-10 ounces) flank steak, skirt steak, or tail end of beef tenderloin
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
Mushroom Paste:
- 300 grams mushrooms (mixed or brown)
- 2 green garlic stalks, chopped (or 2 garlic cloves)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Yogurt Sauce:
- 1 green onion
- 1 green garlic (or one galic clove)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- Hot pepper, to taste (optional)
- Lemon juice from half a lemon
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Bruschetta Assembly:
- 4 slices of sourdough bread
- Olive oil, for brushing
- Serrano ham slices
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Today, I want to present a recipe inspired by the famous yet complex Beef Wellington, bringing it to your backyard in a simple and uncomplicated way.
But what does that mean? It means that basically, I took the components of Beef Wellington, deconstructed the recipe, and transformed it into a bruschetta.
So let's not linger too much with the introductions and let me tell you how to prepare this delicious summer meal!
How to prepare a proper Beef Wellington Bruschetta:
Prepare the Steak
- Season the steak with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Coat it with Dijon mustard and refrigerate until the rest is ready.
Mushroom Paste
- Process the mushrooms in a food processor until they form a semi-paste.
- In a pan with a tablespoon of butter, sauté 2 chopped green garlic stalks and 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme.
- Add the mushroom paste, season with salt and pepper to taste, and add the Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook for about 5 minutes or until the water evaporates, and it browns slightly.
Yogurt Sauce
- In a blender, mix 1 green onion, 1 green garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, hot pepper to taste, 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt, salt, pepper, sugar, lemon juice and 1 teaspoon olive oil.
- Blend until smooth and refrigerate until the rest is ready.
Grill the Steak
- Cook the steak on a hot grill for 2-3 minutes on each side or to your preferred doneness.
Toast the Bread
- Cut 4 slices of sourdough bread and brush them with a bit of olive oil.
- Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until toasted.
Crisp the Ham
- On the grill or in a pan, crisp the slices of Serrano ham until crunchy but not burnt.
Assemble the Bruschetta
- Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 1-2 minutes, then slice it into 1 cm thick pieces.
- On each slice of bread, spread a layer of mushroom paste, add a few slices of steak, top with a slice of crispy ham, and drizzle with the yogurt sauce.
- Serve immediately.
The Perfect Blend of Ingredients
Now, since we are at the end my presentation, I want to take a quick moment of your time and explain why this Beef Wellington Bruschetta actually makes a lot of sense.
First of all, this recipe combines the rich, savory flavors of beef, mushrooms, and ham with the freshness of yogurt sauce and herbs.
On the other hand, nutritional wise, the steak provides a high-quality source of protein and iron, while the mushrooms add fiber and antioxidants. The
And last, but not least, the Greek yogurt sauce offers a creamy texture with probiotics and calcium, making this bruschetta not only delicious but also nutritious.
Comparison with Traditional Beef Wellington
Unlike the traditional Beef Wellington, which involves wrapping the beef in puff pastry and baking it, this bruschetta version is much simpler and faster to prepare. So it is safe to sau that it captures the essence of the original dish but in a lighter, more casual format, perfect for summer gatherings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions about this recipe:
Q: What type of steak works best for this recipe?
A: Any tender cut like flank steak, skirt steak, or the tail end of beef tenderloin will work well.
Q: Can I use different mushrooms?
A: Yes, you can use any type of mushrooms you like, though a mix of varieties adds more depth of flavor.
Q: How do you make bruschetta?
A: Bruschetta involves toasting bread and topping it with various ingredients, often including tomatoes, garlic, and basil.
Q: How to toast bread for bruschetta?
A: Brush the bread slices with olive oil and grill or toast them until they are crispy on both sides.
Q: Can I prepare any components in advance?
A: Yes, you can prepare the mushroom paste and yogurt sauce in advance and refrigerate them until needed.
Q: Can I cook the meet inside?
A: Yes, you can cook it on an electric grill or in a cast iron skillet.
Conclusion
That's it! I hope you will try this dish and enjoy it as much as we do. When you do, don't forget to tag us in your posts! Enjoy your summer cooking with this simple yet flavorful Beef Wellington Bruschetta!
To get a better idea of how to make this Beef Wellington Bruschetta, you can check out the video below:
Nutrition Facts / Serving
- Calories 444
- Total Fat 22 g
- Cholesterol 71 mg
- Sodium 673 mg
- Potassium 262 mg
- Total Carbohydrate 31 g
- Sugars 5 g
- Protein 31 g