Filet Mignon
Filet mignon is the epitome of elegance in the culinary world, delivering a tender and juicy experience that delights the senses. This recipe transforms a premium cut of beef into a restaurant-quality dish with minimal effort. With rich flavors enhanced by butter and fresh herbs, your filet mignon will be golden brown on the outside and perfectly pink inside. Ideal for special occasions or an indulgent weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress anyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 filet mignon steaks (6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- Remove filet mignon from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to reach room temperature.
- Pat dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear filets for 4-5 minutes without moving, until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Flip filets, add butter and herbs to the pan, and baste steaks for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer (130°F for medium-rare) and remove from heat.
- Let rest on a cutting board for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg