Tournedos à la bordelaise

Tournedos à la bordelaise is a French delicacy consisting of thick and round pan-seared or grilled steaks of beef tenderloin that are accompanied by a red wine sauce on the side. Named after the French wine-producing region of Bordeaux, the bordelaise sauce is typically made with a combination of finely chopped shallots, butter, and spices such as thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper, which is reduced in dry red wine (traditionally a red Bordeaux wine) until thickened and smooth in consistency. The sauce can alternatively be enhanced with the addition of a demi-glace consisting of broth and bone marrow. Once cooked, the tournedos are transferred to a serving platter and served with the flavor-packed wine sauce drizzled on top. The tender steaks are often garnished with chopped parsley on top, and they are usually paired with a side of french fries and a glass of medium to full-bodied wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon or red Bordeaux wine.