Persian Spiced Fillet of Beef

1.

Pre-heat oven to 200°C.

2.

Trim the fillet, removing all sinew, then fold the thinner tail end under and tie with butcher’s string. This will give the fillet a consistent shape to ensure even cooking throughout.

3.

Grind all spices in a mortar and pestle.

4.

Add remaining ingredients and pound to chunky consistency.

5.

Rub a little over beef and seal on hot griddle or pan.

6.

Transfer to oven tray and with remaining spice mix coat the beef.

7.

Bake in a hot oven until just cooked medium–rare, approximately 25–30 minutes.

8.

Rest the fillet for 5 minutes, slice and serve.