Reverse Seared Beef Tenderloin Recipe

4.34 from 3 votes

If you like filet mignon you will love this prime beef tenderloin that is reverse seared. The seasoning is simple and cooking the beef tenderloin over charcoal adds just a hint of smoky flavor.

Course Main Course

Cuisine BBQ

Keyword prime tenderloin, reverse seared beef tenderloin, reverse seared prime tenderloin, reverse seared tenderloin, tenderloin

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1

Resting time 10

Total Time 1 40

Servings servings

Calories 621kcal

Cost $125

Equipment

Smoker

Ingredients

4 lb beef tenderloin peeled
.5 teaspoon kosher salt
.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Setup smoker for indirect heat at 350°F. Fold the tail section back over the tenderloin and tie it in place with string.
Cook the tenderloin over indirect heat to an internal temperature of 108 - 112°F. Remove the roast, cover with foil and rest for 10 minutes.
Reconfigure the smoker for direct heat and raise the temperature to 550°F. Add the roast back to smoker and sear the outside (about 4 -5 minutes), rotating every minute or so. Remove and serve.

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