The tenderloin of beef tapers at one end. From the main part of the tenderloin, one gets filet mignon, but as the cut tapers down the tenderloin is too small to get nice steaks from (even though it is the same tender, relatively lean cut of beef). Typically this piece is cut into "tips" which are used in stews, stir fries, brochettes or various other applications. Like the filets, the cut takes well to quick, dry heat methods of cooking (grilling, broiling, and sautees).
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It is also known as Flap Steak or Flap Meat. This cut comes From the loin of the beef from a smaller muscle that is frequently further processed into marinated steaks or fajita strips.
Here is a link to a chart that shows cuts of beef:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Beef_cuts.svg
steak that is tenderloined to perfection with goozing ushing blood form the soo tender meat and it tastles delicious . i cant get ovwr the red meat . omg
If you are looking for a good beef tenderloin recipe you should try foodnetwork website. They have wonderful beef tenderloin recipes from classic style to modern style.
Beef tenderloin is one of the best cuts of beef one can buy. To find recipes for beef tenderloin check Food Network site, All Recipes, Tasty Skinny, Fine Cooking, and Epicurious.