Cast Iron Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon on a cast iron with sliced pieces.

Cast Iron Filet Mignon

Imagine an exceptionally tender and juicy filet mignon steak seared to golden-brown perfection on a cast iron skillet... Once you try this cooking method, you won't look back!

Course Meats

Cuisine American

Keyword Filet Mignon Cast Iron, Filet Mignon Cast Iron Recipe

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 6

Total Time 11

Servings servings

Calories 656kcal

Author Natalya Drozhzhin

Ingredients

2 lbs Filet mignon steaks 1 1/2- 2 inch thickness
2 tbsp kosher salt adjust to taste
1 tbsp ground black pepper adjust to taste
1 tbsp oil

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Instructions

Pat the filet mignon steaks dry with a paper towel. Let the steaks rest at room temperature for about an hour.
Season generously with salt and pepper
Preheat a cast iron skillet on high heat until it's almost smoking. Drizzle the skillet with oil. Place the filet mignon in the pan.
Let the filet cook for a few minutes on each side (3-6 minutes) to your preferred level of doneness, refer to the temperature guide above.
Allow the steaks to rest for at least 10 minutes prior to serving. Enjoy!

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