Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the ajwain seeds until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In the same skillet, add the cracked pink peppercorns and toast for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove and let cool.
- In a small bowl, combine the toasted ajwain seeds, cracked pink peppercorns, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Rub the veal tenderloins with olive oil and season generously with the spice mixture, pressing it onto the meat to adhere.
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the veal tenderloins and sear on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for about 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- While the veal is roasting, prepare the black garlic confit butter. In a bowl, mix the softened butter with the mashed black garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Once the veal is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the veal tenderloin slices topped with a dollop of black garlic confit butter.
Notes
For a variation, consider adding some crushed nuts to the crust for added texture.
