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title: Creamy Cilantro Beef Tenderloin Bowls
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/creamy-cilantro-beef-tenderloin-bowls-684933eb600ad5b2e3ee688e
servings: 2
prep_time: 10 minutes
cook_time: 20 minutes
time_required: 30 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens:
  - Milk
tags:
  - Protein Smart
  - Spicy
  - Sodium Smart
rating: 4.5
rating_count: 24
source_chef: Recipe Development Team
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: The cilantro sauce is incredible, with amazing fresh flavors that pair well with the cream base
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Prep time is longer than expected; consider planning ahead for a smoother cooking experience
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/creamy-cilantro-beef-tenderloin-bowls.avif"
---
@sour cream{½%cup}
@onion{1}
@jasmine rice{½%cup}
@beef tenderloin steak{10%oz}
@cumin{1½%tsp}
@long green pepper{1}
@garlic{4%cloves}
@jalapeño{1}
@lime{1}
@cilantro{½%cup}
@salt{}
@cooking oil{}
@butter{1%tbsp}
@olive oil{1%tbsp}
@black pepper{}

Wash and dry all produce.

Heat a drizzle of cooking oil in a #small pot{} over medium-high heat. Add remaining garlic and cook until fragrant ~{30%seconds}.

Meanwhile, in a #small bowl{}, combine sour cream, cilantro, minced onion, 1 tbsp olive oil, reserved ¼ tsp garlic, juice from two wedges of lime, a pinch of minced jalapeño, a pinch of cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Pat beef tenderloin steak dry with paper towels. Season all over with remaining cumin, salt, and pepper; rub to thoroughly coat.

Heat a drizzle of cooking oil in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Add long green pepper, sliced onion, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly charred ~{6%minutes}. -- TIP: If veggies begin to brown too quickly, add a splash of water. --

Fluff jasmine rice with a fork; stir in lime zest, 1 tbsp butter, salt, and pepper.