Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Char Siu beef Tenderloin, a dish that masterfully combines sweet, spicy, and smoky notes in a tender cut of meat. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for impressing family and friends at gatherings or elegant dinners. With a rich marinade made from gluten-free soy sauce, creamy peanut butter, and aromatic spices, your taste buds will be dancing with joy. Whether served with rice, noodles, or in a fresh salad, this versatile dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 beef tenderloins (about 1–1 ¼ lbs each)
- ¼ cup gluten-free soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 Tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1 Tablespoon molasses
- 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons red food coloring
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Sliced scallions
- Minced fresh cilantro
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Julienned or pickled carrots
- Sriracha hot sauce
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Place the beef tenderloins in a bag or dish, pour the marinade over them, seal tightly, and refrigerate for 2–3 hours (ideally 6–8 hours).
- Bake the beef: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Remove the beef from the marinade and place it on a baking sheet; discard any remaining marinade. Bake covered with foil for 10 minutes, then uncovered for an additional 15–25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Serve: Let the beef rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with scallions, cilantro, sesame seeds, carrots, or sriracha as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg