Description
How to Reverse Sear Filet Mignon is the ultimate method for creating a tender, juicy steak with a beautifully caramelized crust. This technique involves cooking the filet mignon slowly in the oven before finishing it with a quick sear in a hot skillet. The result is an impressive dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s date night or a family gathering. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll achieve restaurant-quality flavor right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 filet mignon steaks (1.5 inches thick)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme) for basting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
- Season both sides of the filet mignon with salt and black pepper; let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Place seasoned filets on a wire rack over a baking sheet and bake until they reach an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C), about 25-30 minutes.
- While baking, heat a skillet over high heat and add olive oil.
- Once out of the oven, sear each filet in the hot skillet for about one minute per side until golden brown; add butter and fresh herbs midway to baste.
- Let the filets rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filet mignon steak (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg