🎉 Introduction
This Amazing Garlic Herb Beef Tenderloin Roast is tender, buttery, juicy, and full of rich holiday flavor. Beef tenderloin is one of the most luxurious cuts of meat — naturally soft, wonderfully lean, and perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year’s, or any special dinner.
A simple blend of garlic, rosemary, thyme, avocado oil, butter, salt, and black pepper creates an aromatic crust that enhances the tender meat without overpowering it. The high-heat roasting technique ensures a gorgeous golden sear on the outside while keeping the inside perfectly pink and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
This recipe is elegant, effortless, and guaranteed to impress at any holiday gathering.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Roasting pan or baking sheet
- Meat thermometer
- Small mixing bowl
- Knife & cutting board
- Aluminum foil
- Oven
- Basting brush
🛒 Ingredients
Beef
- 1 center-cut beef tenderloin (halal)
Seasoning
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
Butter Baste
- 6 tbsp butter, melted
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Step 2: Pat the beef tenderloin dry and place it on a roasting pan.
Step 3: In a bowl, mix avocado oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4: Rub the herb mixture all over the tenderloin, coating it evenly.
Step 5: Roast the beef for 15 minutes to create a golden crust.
Step 6: Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue roasting for 20–25 minutes.
Step 7: Brush with melted butter halfway through cooking.
Step 8: Remove when internal temperature reaches:
- Medium-rare: 130–135°F
- Medium: 140–145°F
Step 9: Tent with foil and rest for 10 minutes.
Step 10: Slice into medallions and serve warm.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 6–8
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
- Total Time: 50–60 minutes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
3–4 days sealed tightly.
Freezer
Up to 2 months (slice before freezing).
Reheating
- Oven: 300°F for 10 minutes
- Skillet: Low heat 2–3 minutes
- Microwave: 40 seconds on low
🥄 Variations
⭐ Garlic Butter Crusted Tenderloin
Increase butter to 8 tbsp and baste twice.
⭐ Peppercorn Tenderloin
Add crushed peppercorns for a bold crust.
⭐ Herb Explosion
Mix rosemary, parsley, oregano, and thyme.
⭐ Spicy Version
Add chili flakes or smoked paprika.
⭐ Lemon Herb Tenderloin
Add 1 tsp lemon zest to the rub.
⭐ Pan-Sear Finish
Sear first, then roast in oven for deeper crust.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. How do I keep beef tenderloin from drying out?
Use high heat at first, then lower heat and rest after roasting.
2. Can I use dried herbs?
Yes — use 1/3 the amount of dried herbs.
3. Should I tie the tenderloin?
Optional — tying helps even cooking.
4. Can I prepare it ahead?
Yes, season and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
5. What internal temperature is best?
Medium-rare (130–135°F) is the most tender.
6. Does avocado oil matter?
It has a high smoke point, perfect for high-heat roasting.
7. Can I skip the butter?
Butter adds richness and browning but is optional.
8. Is this recipe halal?
Yes — use halal-certified beef.
9. What sides go best?
Roasted potatoes, asparagus, mashed potatoes, Christmas salads.
10. Can I grill the tenderloin?
Yes — sear directly over heat, then finish on indirect heat.
🏁 Conclusion
This Amazing Garlic Herb Beef Tenderloin Roast is tender, flavorful, and holiday-worthy — a beautifully simple yet luxurious main dish for Christmas dinner or any festive gathering. With its aromatic garlic-herb crust and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this roast guarantees a memorable meal that feels both comforting and elegant.
Perfect for celebrating with family and friends during the holidays!
Amazing Garlic Herb Beef Tenderloin Roast
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Medium-rare: 130–135°F
- Medium: 140–145°F
Notes
Refrigerator 3–4 days sealed tightly. Freezer Up to 2 months (slice before freezing). Reheating Oven: 300°F for 10 minutes Skillet: Low heat 2–3 minutes Microwave: 40 seconds on low 🥄 Variations
⭐ Garlic Butter Crusted Tenderloin Increase butter to 8 tbsp and baste twice. ⭐ Peppercorn Tenderloin Add crushed peppercorns for a bold crust. ⭐ Herb Explosion Mix rosemary, parsley, oregano, and thyme. ⭐ Spicy Version Add chili flakes or smoked paprika. ⭐ Lemon Herb Tenderloin Add 1 tsp lemon zest to the rub. ⭐ Pan-Sear Finish Sear first, then roast in oven for deeper crust. ❓ 10 FAQs
1. How do I keep beef tenderloin from drying out? Use high heat at first, then lower heat and rest after roasting. 2. Can I use dried herbs? Yes — use 1/3 the amount of dried herbs. 3. Should I tie the tenderloin? Optional — tying helps even cooking. 4. Can I prepare it ahead? Yes, season and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. 5. What internal temperature is best? Medium-rare (130–135°F) is the most tender. 6. Does avocado oil matter? It has a high smoke point, perfect for high-heat roasting. 7. Can I skip the butter? Butter adds richness and browning but is optional. 8. Is this recipe halal? Yes — use halal-certified beef. 9. What sides go best? Roasted potatoes, asparagus, mashed potatoes, Christmas salads. 10. Can I grill the tenderloin? Yes — sear directly over heat, then finish on indirect heat. 🏁 Conclusion This Amazing Garlic Herb Beef Tenderloin Roast is tender, flavorful, and holiday-worthy — a beautifully simple yet luxurious main dish for Christmas dinner or any festive gathering. With its aromatic garlic-herb crust and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this roast guarantees a memorable meal that feels both comforting and elegant. Perfect for celebrating with family and friends during the holidays!
