Description
Make the perfect filet mignon with garlic herb butter. These tender, juicy steaks are rich with fresh herbs, creating a simple gourmet steak dinner.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 filet mignon steaks (6 to 8 ounces each, 1½ inches thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Extra fresh herbs or lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Mix softened butter with minced garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl until combined. Spoon the mixture onto parchment paper and roll it into a log. Chill the butter log for at least 1 hour.
- Remove the filet mignon from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the steaks and sear for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until the internal temperature reaches 130–135°F.
- During the final minute of cooking, place a slice of the garlic herb butter on top of each steak, allowing it to melt over the meat.
- Move the steaks to a cutting board. Tent them loosely with foil and let them rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute.
- Plate the steaks. Top each with another pat of garlic herb butter and garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
- For medium doneness, cook 1–2 minutes longer per side, aiming for an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Always rest the steak before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American