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Beef Tenderloin Roast with Shawarma Spice Rub

This easy beef tenderloin roast is crusted with a fragrant, vibrant shawarma-inspired spice blend and quickly cooked in the oven. It's the easiest holiday main you'll ever make.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time4 hours 35 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 675

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the pan
  • 2 tablespoons shawarma spice blend, or more, depending on your taste
  • One 5-pound beef tenderloin, trimmed and silver skin removed (ask your butcher)
  • Kosher salt
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Instructions

  • Whisk the oil and the shawarma spice mix in a small bowl until well blended. Curl the beef into a large bowl.
  • Rub the spiced oil over the beef tenderloin, coating it completely. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or, even better, overnight.
  • Crank the oven to broil. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil and slick it with olive oil.
  • Position the tenderloin diagonally on the sheet, tucking the thinner end underneath to create a uniform thickness so it'll roast evenly. Rub any spiced oil left in the bowl on the roast.

    ☞ TESTER TIP: If you have kitchen twine, use it to tie the folded section of the beef.

  • Season the roast generously with salt.
  • Slide the roast under the broiler and cook, turning every few minutes, until well browned all over, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Lower the temperature to 475°F (240°C) and continue roasting the beef to your desired doneness, 15 to 20 minutes more for medium-rare, 130°F to 135°F (54°C to 57°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
  • Transfer the roast to a cutting board and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  1. Extra spice blend--You'll have some spice blend leftover. I recommend using it to flavor roast chicken, roasted potatoes, or as a seasoning for grilled flank steak.
  2. Checking for doneness--The cooking time of your tenderloin filet will depend mainly on the thickness of your roast. Start checking early to avoid overcooking.
  3. Storage and reheating--Store leftover beef tenderloin in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It can be warmed in a 300°F (150°C) oven. If you prefer to keep the meat rare, serve it cold or at room temperature.
  4. Dietary--This roast beef tenderloin recipe is suitable for gluten-free and dairy-free diets.

Nutrition

Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 675kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 55g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Monounsaturated Fat: 25g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 113mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.1g