Low Sodium Filet Americain
Discover the art of enjoying bold, savory flavors without the extra sodium with this Low Sodium Filet Americain—a refined, protein-packed dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring finely minced lean beef tenderloin and a symphony of finely-tuned seasonings, including Dijon mustard, unsalted capers, smoked paprika, and low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, this recipe offers a perfect balance of tang and spice. Fresh parsley, lemon juice, and a velvety egg yolk round out the mixture, enhancing its creamy texture and fresh flavor. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this dish is served best as a fresh, herbaceous spread on whole-grain toast or as a lighter, gourmet appetizer. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this low-sodium delight proves you don’t need salt to achieve unbeatable taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean beef tenderloin
- 1 small, finely minced shallot
- 1 tablespoon, rinsed and chopped unsalted capers
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon low sodium Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped parsley
- 1 large egg yolk
Instructions
Begin by slightly freezing the beef tenderloin for about 30 minutes to make it easier to finely mince.
Once chilled, cut the beef into very thin slices, then finely chop those slices until you achieve a minced texture. Place the minced beef in a large mixing bowl and keep it chilled until ready to mix with the other ingredients.
Add the minced shallot, chopped capers, Dijon mustard, low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, freshly ground black pepper, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, lemon juice, and olive oil to the bowl with the minced beef.
Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined but be careful not to overwork the mixture as it can affect the texture of the tender beef.
Fold in the finely chopped parsley and the egg yolk into the mixture. Mix gently to incorporate.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if desired. Remember, the focus is low sodium, so consider using more herbs or lemon juice for added flavor.
Serve the Filet Americain immediately, either spread on whole-grain toast or as desired. It's best served fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.0 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 560 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 659 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 139.4 g | 279% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1886 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
