Description
Pistachio crusted beef bites are a delicious and elegant appetizer. The combination of tender beef and crunchy pistachios creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix chopped pistachios and breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl.
- Dip each beef piece in beaten egg, then coat with the pistachio mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear beef bites for 1-2 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes for medium-rare or until desired doneness.
- Serve warm with Dijon mustard for dipping.
Notes
- Use fresh pistachios for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust cooking time based on your preferred level of doneness.
- Let beef rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-searing and baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: pistachio beef, beef appetizer, party food, easy beef bites