07 May Rolled Beef Fillet with Balsamic and Red Wine Reduction

This is a decadent dish that calls for a decadent wine. I love the rich texture of the Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon and it goes hand in hand with the gorgeous deep smokey flavours of the marinated grilled fillet. Marinate the meat a day or two in advance and prepare with enough resting time before serving to your guests. This recipe is easy to prepare and is perfect for a large group of friends and family.
Servings | Prep Time |
6 people | 10 minutes |
Cook Time | Passive Time |
20 minutes | 4 hours |
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This is a decadent dish that calls for a decadent wine. I love the rich texture of the Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon and it goes hand in hand with the gorgeous deep smokey flavours of the marinated grilled fillet. Marinate the meat a day or two in advance and prepare with enough resting time before serving to your guests. This recipe is easy to prepare and is perfect for a large group of friends and family.
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Ingredients
- 1 beef filet approx. 2kg, cleaned of any sinew
- 1 bottle Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon
- 3 tablespoons Mixed breyani spices like coriander seeds, fennel, star anise seed, cinnamon, cumin etc.
- 250 ml Cabernet Sauvignon or Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Mix of seasonal green vegetables like baby aubergines, baby cabbage, tenderstem broccoli and green beans
Instructions
- Place all the spices in a frying pan on a medium heat and toast until fragrant.
- Put the spices in a mortar and pestle or in a jug blender and grind until it forms a powder.
- Rub the spice mix into the fillet and place in a container.
- Pour over the bottle of Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon and place into the fridge overnight.
- Take the fillet out of the fridge the next day and strain and sieve off the marinade into a sauce pan.
- Add the balsamic vinegar and sugar to the marinade and boil until it becomes thick.
- You can braai the fillet or pan fry it for approx. 5 minutes per side.
- Let the fillet rest for about 10 minutes and slice according to your preference.
- You can grill the vegetables on the braai or in a griddle pan until well charred but still firm.
- Place your fillet slices on a platter, pour over the hot balsamic reduction and serve with the grilled vegetables.