This air fryer filet mignon is so tender and juicy! The air fryer cooks steak perfectly. This recipe takes only 12 minutes total. The end result is a perfect cooked filet mignon! Great for family dinners, holidays, special occasions and more!
prep time: 2 MINS
cook time: 10 MINS
total time: 12 MINS
INGREDIENTS
- 1 filet mignon
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp softened butter, or ghee
- ½ tsp minced garlic
- fresh herbs, if desired
INSTRUCTIONS
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First, remove filet mignon from fridge 30 minutes before cooking. This allows the beef to come to room temperature.
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Pat steak dry with paper towels. Season generously on both sides with sea salt and pepper.
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Place steak in air fryer basket. Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes for medium rare. If needed, continue cooking to desired temperature.
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While steak is cooking, add softened butter and minced garlic to a small bowl. If desired, add in some chopped fresh herbs. Stir to combine.
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Finally, remove steak from air fryer. Place on a plate and put butter on top. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes before slicing into.
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NOTES
- Use fresh filet mignon if possible. Fully thaw frozen filets before making this recipe.
- The recommended time and temperature is for 1.5 inch thick filet mignon steak.
- Generously season. Feel free to use Montreal steak seasoning if desired.
- The garlic butter is totally optional, but highly recommended.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature.
- For rare, temperature is 120 to 130 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Medium rare is between 130 and 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
- For medium, cook between 135 to 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Medium well is 145 to 155 degrees Fahrenheit.
- For well done, cook above 155 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Allow steak to sit on the plate for 5 minutes before slicing into. This locks in the juices.
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Nutrition Information
calories: 411kcal, carbohydrates: 2g, protein: 31g, fat: 49g, saturated fat: 22g, polyunsaturated fat: 2g, monounsaturated fat: 19g, trans fat: 0.5g, cholesterol: 149mg, sodium: 2499mg, potassium: 553mg, fiber: 1g, sugar: 0.03g, vitamin a: 361IU, vitamin c: 0.5mg, calcium: 28mg, iron: 4mg
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