Description
Grilled BBQ Beef Tenderloin is a show-stopping dish that elevates any gathering with its tender, juicy meat infused with the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors. Marinated in a homemade Honey BBQ Sauce, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for summer cookouts or elegant dinner parties. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced chef, this dish promises to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. Serve it as the centerpiece of your meal, slice it for sandwiches, or toss it into salads—the possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 beef tenderloins (1 ½ to 2 pounds total)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (plus additional for serving)
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: In a large ziplock bag, combine the tenderloins and BBQ sauce. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prep for grilling: Remove the beef from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature.
- Preheat the grill: Light all burners on high for 10 minutes. Clean grates and lightly oil with vegetable oil.
- Grill the tenderloin: Place on the hot side of the grill, season with salt and pepper, and cook until charred on all sides, basting occasionally with leftover marinade.
- Finish cooking: Move to the cooler side of the grill until internal temperature reaches 145°F (about 5-10 minutes).
- Rest and serve: Let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg