Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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48
servings
1 tsp

ground black pepper

1 tsp

ground coriander

0.5 tsp

ground allspice

1 tsp

olive oil

1.25 lb

beef tenderloin

piece

0.25 cup

sun-dried tomato

chopped, drained

2 tbsp

oil

reserved from jars

0.25 cup

coarse grain mustard

2 cup

all-purpose flour

2 tbsp

all-purpose flour

0.75 tsp

salt

3 unit

eggs

beaten

1.25 cup

whole milk

0.25 cup

water

Step 1
~4 min

Mix pepper, coriander, and allspice in a bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Rub 1 teaspoon of olive oil, then the spice mixture all over the beef; sprinkle with salt.

Step 3
~4 min

Place beef on a baking sheet and let stand for 2 hours at room temperature.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~4 min

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 5
~4 min

Roast beef until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, about 25 minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove from oven and let beef stand for at least 30 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Mix sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of reserved oil, and mustard in a small bowl to make the dressing.

Step 8
~4 min

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (232 degrees C).

Step 9
~4 min

Brush 48 mini muffin cups (each about 1 3/4" diameter) with oil; place muffin pans in hot oven.

Step 10
~4 min

Sift flour and salt into a large bowl; make a well in the center of the mixture.

Step 11
~4 min

Add eggs and 1/2 cup of milk to the well; stir into flour.

Step 12
~4 min

Gradually add 3/4 cup milk and 1/4 cup water, whisking until batter is smooth.

Step 13
~4 min

Remove hot muffin pans from oven.

Step 14
~4 min

Spoon 1 tablespoon of batter into each muffin cup.

Step 15
~4 min

Return pans to oven and bake until puddings are puffed and golden brown around edges, about 12 minutes.

Step 16
~4 min

Cool pans in oven.

Step 17
~4 min

Thinly slice the beef; cut slices into 2 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch strips and roll the strips into cylinders.

Step 18
~4 min

Using a finger, push down the center of each pudding, creating a hole.

Step 19
~4 min

Spoon about 1/4 teaspoon of dressing into each hole.

Step 20
~4 min

Push a beef cylinder into each hole.

Step 21
~4 min

Spoon 1/4 teaspoon of dressing into the center of the beef.

Step 22
~4 min

Arrange puddings on a platter and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For best results, make the Yorkshire pudding batter ahead of time and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Serve immediately for the best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Beef and dressing can be prepared 1 day ahead. Yorkshire Puddings can be made 1 week ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or party snack.

Pair with a crisp salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Arugula Salad
Roasted Root Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Yorkshire puddings are a traditional British dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Sunday Roast

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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