Get a perfect medium-rare fork tender filet mignon every time with the sous vide method. Cooked to perfection and finished with a quick cast iron sear, this is the best way to cook filet mingon steaks.
When it comes to fork-tender, perfectly cooked medium-rare steaks, this sous vide filet mignon recipe is flawless every single time. Finished with a perfect cast iron sear and topped with a rich steak sauce, this is restaurant-quality fine dining at home. But why is sous vide the perfect method for cooking this cut?
Ingredients
- ▢ (2) 6 oz filet mignon steaks 2 steaks, 6-8 oz each
- ▢ 1 tsp Salt
- ▢ 4 oz Butter
- ▢ 3 Garlic cloves smashed
- ▢ 2 rosemary sprigs
Instructions
Prep the Filets
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Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and tie the circumfrance with butchers twine.
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Prep the sous vide water bath for 120 degrees F and allow it to come to temperature.
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Seal the steaks in a vacuum bag or ziplock bag, making sure all air is extracted.
Sous Vide the Steaks
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When the water is ready, place in the sous vide water, checking to make sure there are no leaks. If needed add a weight to keep the steaks under water.
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Let the filets cook for 2 hours, submurdged in water.
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Carefully lift the plastic bags out of the water.
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Open the bag and remove the steak.
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Pat the steaks dry again and season liberally with salt on all sides.
Sear the filet mignons
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Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until it just behins to smoke.
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Add the butter, smashed garlic and rosemary to the pan and swirl to coat.
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As soon as the butter is done frothing, add the steaks, hearing a strong sizzle and let a crust form for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Flip and sear the other side, basting in the melted butter and garlic.
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Remove from the skillet and allow the steaks to rest for 5 to 7 minutes.
Serve
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Remove the kitchen twine and serve with desired steak sauce or compound butter for the best flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 646kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 65g | Saturated Fat: 37g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 181mg | Sodium: 1570mg | Potassium: 290mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 1417IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg