If you're looking for an incredibly simple dinner that is special enough to serve to company at the holidays (or any time) grilled beef tenderloin is rich, juicy, and oh-so-flavorful.
Bring tenderloin to room temperature by setting it out 30-60 minutes in advance. Pat tenderloin dry. Brush with oil or melted butter.
Combine garlic, herbs, salt and pepper in a small bowl and brush this combination over meat.
Preheat grill to high heat. Brush grates with oil just before adding tenderloin.
Place meat on grill to sear for 5 minutes. Rotate and allow the other side to sear for 5 minutes.
Move to cool side of the grill and close lid. Allow to cook 45 minutes or until internal temperature of meat reaches 120°F for rare or 130° for medium-rare. Remove from grill.
Cover with foil and allow to cool 5 minutes.
In the Oven
Preheat oven to 500℉.
For rare, roast 23 minutes. For medium-rare 26.
Remove from oven and cover with foil. Allow to rest 15 minutes.
Notes
Before grilling, ensure that the excess fat and the “silver skin” of the tenderloin is removed.
Beef should always sit out to reach room temperature before you place it on the grill. This allows it to cook more evenly!
Grill until the tenderloin reaches an internal temperature of 135°F for medium rare, or 145°F for medium.
It will continue to cook after your remove from the grill, so don’t worry if it looks a touch too pink for your liking.
Allow the beef to rest for 10-15 minutes prior to slicing and serving.