Tournedos describes a small, round steak, usually about 3-4 centimeters thick, cut from the narrow end of the beef tenderloin. It is traditionally wrapped and tied with a thin strip of fat or ham to help it keep its shape. It is one of the best-known tenderloin cuts of classic French cuisine and is generally cooked on a grill or in a pan.
Where It's Used
“Cut tenderloin tournedos, wrap it in fat, and grill.”