Description
This Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Garlic Butter is a culinary masterpiece, featuring a perfectly seared exterior that gives way to a tender, juicy interior. The rich, buttery flavor infused with aromatic garlic elevates the steak experience to new heights, making each bite a luxurious delight.
Ingredients
- Filet Mignon: 2 (6 oz) steaks, at least 1.5 inches thick
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, kosher
- Pepper: 1 teaspoon, freshly ground
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, for searing
- Butter: 4 tablespoons, unsalted
- Garlic: 4 cloves, smashed
- Fresh Thyme: 2 sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Remove the filet mignon from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until hot.
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Add olive oil to the skillet, swirling to coat the bottom.
- Carefully place the steaks in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes without moving them, until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Flip the steaks and add butter, smashed garlic, and thyme to the skillet.
- Continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes, basting the steaks with the melted butter using a spoon.
- For medium-rare, the internal temperature should reach 130°F (54°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Steaks can be seasoned and left in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before cooking for enhanced flavor.
- Storage: Leftover cooked steak can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use ghee instead of butter for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filet mignon steak (6 oz)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 0 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 42 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
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