Air Fryer Beef Wellington
Craving a show-stopping dinner without spending hours in the kitchen? Look no further! This Air Fryer Beef Wellington recipe delivers all the deliciousness and elegance of a classic beef wellington in a fraction of the time. Perfectly cooked beef tenderloin wrapped in flaky puff pastry, all thanks to the magic of your air fryer. Forget complicated techniques and fussy ingredients; this recipe is surprisingly easy to master, even for beginner cooks. It's also a budget-friendly way to enjoy a gourmet meal. We're talking restaurant-quality flavour at a fraction of the price and ready in under an hour. Dinner just got a major upgrade!
Equipment
- Air Fryer,
- skillet,
- Fork
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
- 1 lb Beef Tenderloin cut into 4 equal portions
- 1 sheet Puff Pastry thawed
- 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 4 slices Prosciutto
- 4 tbsp Mushroom Duxelles (recipe below, or store-bought)
- 1 Egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Olive Oil Spray for spraying air fryer basket
Mushroom Duxelles Ingredients
- 8 oz Cremini Mushrooms finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 clove Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushroom Duxelles: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add mushrooms and thyme, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the mushrooms are softened and the liquid has evaporated (about 8-10 minutes). Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Beef: Season the beef tenderloin portions with salt and pepper. Then, in a hot pan, sear each side for 1-2 minutes. Do not overcook. Let the beef cool briefly.
- Assemble the Wellingtons: Lay out the puff pastry sheet and cut into 4 equal squares. Spread each square with Dijon mustard. Place a slice of prosciutto on top of the mustard, followed by a spoonful of mushroom duxelles. Place a seared beef tenderloin portion on top of the duxelles.
- Wrap the Wellingtons: Carefully wrap the puff pastry around the beef, ensuring all sides are sealed tightly. Crimp the edges with a fork to secure them.
- Egg Wash: Brush the top of each wellington with beaten egg wash. This will give it a nice golden color.
- Air Fry: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Place the beef wellingtons in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded.
- Cook: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the beef reaches your desired internal temperature (135°F for medium-rare). Use a meat thermometer to check.
- Rest: Let the beef wellingtons rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
This recipe provides a quick, budget-friendly, and delicious way to make classic Beef Wellington using an air fryer. Perfect for impressive weeknight meals or special occasions.