Beef Dates (Printable Version)
Soft beef wraps juicy dates stuffed with herbs and optional smoky bacon for a great flavor mix.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Meat
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Thin slices of 450 grams beef sirloin or tenderloin
→ Fruits
02 -
12 pitted Medjool dates
→ Extras
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6 bacon slices cut into three pieces
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2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme or rosemary
→ Spices
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Salt and black pepper as you like
# Detailed Preparation Steps:
01 -
Set oven to 200°C (400°F) to get it ready.
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Slice beef into strips about half an inch thick. If using bacon, chop the slices into thirds.
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Put chopped herbs inside each date. You can wrap a bacon piece around it before wrapping with beef strips if you want.
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Sprinkle salt and pepper on each beef-covered date generously.
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Place the stuffed dates seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake 20-25 minutes until beef is done and a bit crispy around the edges.
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Serve warm and drizzle any pan juices over if you like.
# Helpful Tips:
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To keep everything together, use toothpicks on the beef-wrapped dates.
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Bacon adds smokiness but feel free to skip it for a lighter dish.
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Keep an eye on cooking time depending on how thick your beef strips are.