5 Delicious Beef Recipes You Can Make with The Maldon Butchery’s Premium Cuts

When it comes to preparing a meal with exceptional flavour and quality, the cut of meat you choose is crucial. At The Maldon Butchery, we offer a selection of premium beef cuts that are perfect for creating delicious, mouth-watering dishes. From succulent ribeyes to tender fillets, our premium cuts are versatile and perfect for a variety of recipes.

In this blog, we’ll share five delectable beef recipes that showcase the quality of our premium cuts. Whether you’re planning a special dinner or just want to elevate your weeknight meals, these recipes are sure to impress.

1. Classic Beef Wellington

Ingredients

• 1 centre-cut beef fillet (approximately 500g)
• 500g mushrooms, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 100g pâté
• 1 sheet of puff pastry
• 1 egg, beaten
• Maldon Sea Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef Fillet: Season the beef fillet with salt and pepper. Sear it in a hot pan with olive oil until browned on all sides. Allow it to cool.
2. Prepare the Mushroom Duxelles: In the same pan, add garlic and mushrooms. Cook until the moisture from the mushrooms evaporates and the mixture becomes a paste. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Assemble the Wellington: Spread pâté over the beef fillet, then top with the mushroom duxelles. Wrap the fillet in puff pastry and brush with beaten egg.
4. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown. Allow to rest before slicing.

Why It Works

Using The Maldon Butchery’s premium beef fillet ensures that the beef Wellington has a tender, juicy centre, enhancing the overall flavour of this classic dish. The high quality of the meat stands up beautifully to the rich mushroom duxelles and buttery puff pastry.

2. Perfect Ribeye Steak with Herb Butter

Ingredients

• 2 ribeye steaks (approximately 250g each)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Maldon Sea Salt and pepper to taste
• 100g unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp fresh herbs (such as rosemary and thyme), chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

1. Season the Steaks: Rub the ribeye steaks with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let them come to room temperature before cooking.
2. Cook the Steaks: Heat a pan over high heat and sear the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
3. Prepare the Herb Butter: In a small bowl, mix the butter with chopped herbs and garlic. Shape into a log and refrigerate until firm.
4. Serve: Top each steak with a slice of herb butter and let it melt over the meat before serving.

Why It Works

Our ribeye steaks are known for their rich marbling and flavour. The addition of homemade herb butter elevates the steak, complementing its natural juiciness and making it a standout dish.

3. Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs

Ingredients

• 1kg beef short ribs
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 500ml beef stock
• 250ml red wine
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 sprigs thyme
• Maldon Sea Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Brown the Short Ribs: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot and brown the short ribs on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and garlic. Cook until softened.
3. Combine Ingredients: Return the short ribs to the pot. Add beef stock, red wine, tomato paste, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Slow Cook: Cover and simmer for 2.5-3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

Why It Works

The Maldon Butchery’s beef short ribs are perfect for slow cooking, thanks to their rich flavour and tenderness. The long, slow cook breaks down the connective tissue, resulting in incredibly tender and flavourful meat.

4. Spicy Beef Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 500g beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 2 spring onions, sliced

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef: Marinate the beef sirloin slices in a mixture of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sriracha for at least 30 minutes.
2. Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Heat oil in a pan and stir-fry bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger until tender.
3. Cook the Beef: Add the marinated beef to the pan and cook until browned and cooked through.
4. Serve: Garnish with sliced spring onions and serve over rice or noodles.

Why It Works

The beef sirloin from The Maldon Butchery is perfect for stir-frying due to its tenderness and flavour. The quick cooking method helps retain the beef's natural juiciness, making for a deliciously satisfying meal.

5. Beef Bourguignon

Ingredients

• 1kg beef chuck, cut into cubes
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 750ml red wine
• 500ml beef stock
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 200g button mushrooms
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 sprigs thyme
• 2 bay leaves

Instructions

1. Brown the Beef: Heat oil in a large pot and brown the beef cubes in batches. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook the Vegetables: In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and garlic. Cook until softened.
3. Combine Ingredients: Return the beef to the pot. Stir in flour and tomato paste, then add wine, beef stock, thyme, and bay leaves.
4. Simmer: Cover and simmer for 2-2.5 hours, or until the beef is tender. Add mushrooms during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Why It Works

The Maldon Butchery’s beef chuck is ideal for slow cooking in a rich, red wine sauce. The cut becomes wonderfully tender and flavourful, making this classic French dish a true crowd-pleaser.

Elevate Your Cooking with Premium Beef Cuts from The Maldon Butchery

Each of these recipes is designed to showcase the exceptional quality of The Maldon Butchery’s premium cuts. Whether you’re preparing a special meal for loved ones or simply indulging in a high-quality steak, our carefully selected meats provide a superior dining experience.

Explore our range of premium beef cuts and start cooking these delicious recipes today. With The Maldon Butchery’s top-quality meat, every meal becomes an occasion to remember.