Filet mignon with barbecue sauce (United States)

Barbecued filet mignon is a recipe inspired by the culinary traditions of the Southern United States , a region famous for its barbecues. States like Texas, North and South Carolina, and Tennessee, in particular, are renowned for their barbecue culture, where the art of slow cooking and flavorful sauces plays a central role. Barbecue sauce, in its various forms, is a Southern specialty, where it can be sweet, spicy, smoky, or tangy, depending on local ingredients and regional preferences.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time 45 minutes

Total time 55 minutes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Special diet: suitable for gluten-free diet

Description

Ingredients

1 pork tenderloin (approximately 500g)
1 tablespoon of olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the barbecue sauce:
150 ml of ketchup (usually gluten-free but check)
2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons of brown sugar
1 tablespoon of honey
1 tbsp of mustard (usually gluten-free but check)
1 tbsp tamari sauce (or gluten-free soy sauce)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, depending on your taste for spiciness)

Preparation

1
Prepare the barbecue sauce:
2
In a small saucepan, combine all the barbecue sauce ingredients: ketchup, cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, mustard, soy sauce, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
3
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring regularly. Once the sauce begins to boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until it thickens slightly. Stir occasionally.
4
Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking (add more sugar for a sweeter taste or more vinegar for a more acidic flavor).
5
Keep the sauce warm.
6
Prepare the filet mignon:
7
Preheat your oven to 180°C.
8
Season the filet mignon generously with salt and pepper.
9
In a frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the tenderloin on all sides for 2 to 3 minutes until well browned.
10
Cooking the pork tenderloin:
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If using the oven, transfer the pan directly to the oven or place the fillet on a baking tray.
12
Generously brush the filet mignon with the barbecue sauce. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, turning and basting with sauce every 10 minutes.
13
Check the cooking using a meat thermometer: the internal temperature should reach approximately 63°C for pink.
14
Finishing and service:
15
Remove the tenderloin from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
16
Serve the filet mignon with extra barbecue sauce and a side dish such as roasted potatoes or a salad