Low-Carb Beef and Horseradish Cream Canapés

These Low-Carb Beef and Horseradish Cream Canapés are the perfect appetizer for your next gathering. Tender slices of beef paired with a zesty horseradish cream atop crunchy cucumber discs make for a delightful keto-friendly bite that's sure to impress.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Appetizer, Beef Canapés, Easy Keto, Horseradish Cream, Keto, Low-Carb, Party Food

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings canapés

Calories 45kcal

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing bowl
Knife
Cutting board
Measuring spoons
Measuring cups

Ingredients

Beef

1 lb beef tenderloin
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil

Horseradish Cream

½ cup sour cream
2 tbsp prepared horseradish
1 tsp lemon juice
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp black pepper

Canapé Base

1 large cucumber, sliced into 24 rounds
Fresh dill, for garnish

Instructions

Begin by preparing the beef. Season the tenderloin with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until a crust forms, about 1-2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove from heat and let rest.
While the beef is resting, mix together the sour cream, horseradish, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the horseradish cream. Adjust the horseradish to taste if you prefer a stronger flavor.
Slice the rested beef tenderloin against the grain into thin slices, aiming for 24 pieces.
Assemble the canapés by placing a beef slice on each cucumber round.
Dollop a small spoonful of horseradish cream on top of the beef.
Garnish each canapé with a sprig of fresh dill.
Serve immediately or chill until serving.

Notes

For a more intense horseradish flavor, add more horseradish a teaspoon at a time, tasting as you go.

Ensure the beef is at room temperature before searing to ensure even cooking.

If you're preparing these canapés ahead of time, keep the horseradish cream separate and add just before serving to avoid the cucumber becoming soggy.

These canapés are a fantastic way to use up leftover roast beef – simply slice thinly and use in place of the tenderloin.

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