This tender and succulent meat requires minimal preparation. Enjoy this dish alongside your favorite sides for a satisfying and effortless dinner.
Why You’ll Love This RecipeIngredients NeededSubstitutionsTo achieve a mouthwatering air fryer filet mignon, start by seasoning 4-6 ounces of your preferred cut with salt, pepper, and any other desired herbs or spices. Next, heat the air fryer basket to 400°F (200°C). Meanwhile, drizzle the filet mignon with olive oil, making sure it’s evenly coated. Place the filets in a single layer at the bottom of the preheated basket, leaving some space between each piece for even cooking.Brittany’s Tips!How to ServeHow to Store LeftoversFrequently Asked QuestionsMore Air Fryer Recipes
You’d never imagine whipping up tender and juicy filet mignon straight from the comfort of your air fryer. Steak lovers rejoice! This mouthwatering recipe is sure to elevate your next steak night into an unforgettable culinary experience. With only a few seasonings and a rapid cooking time, you’ll achieve tender, succulent steaks that can easily hold their own against even the finest steakhouse offerings. With a decadent garlic butter that beautifully seeps into the meat, elevating its inherent flavor to new heights.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Oven-roasted to perfection, tender filet mignon requires little to no hands-on time and eliminates the need for grilling or stovetop cooking.
- Ready to go in less than 20 minutes, including a brief pause.
- Whether you’re a fan of medium-rare or well-done, cooking your steak to your precise preference is a breeze.
- The addition of an optional garlic butter elevates the already impressive flavor profile of these steaks with a deep, complex richness and a hint of savory depth.
- With the precision of a surgeon’s scalpel, sizzling hot sear-less steak materializes before your eyes, effortlessly achieved in mere moments.
Ingredients Needed
- Two 6- to 8-ounce portions of filet mignon are ideal for this dish. This premium cut of meat is renowned for its exceptional tenderness and buttery, melt-in-your-mouth consistency.
- A pinch of salt – crucial for enhancing the flavor profile of the steak, allowing its inherent tastes to shine through.
- And the judicious blend of spices infuses the steaks with a rich, savory flavour profile that elevates their natural tenderness.
- A hint of dried thyme lends an understated depth to the dish, harmonizing delightfully with the richness of the beef.
Substitutions
- If filet mignon is unavailable, consider substituting with another tender cut such as ribeye or sirloin for a similar culinary experience. Cooking times are adjusted based on the thickness of the meat to ensure optimal doneness.
- For a dairy-free alternative, consider substituting the butter with a plant-based option or opt for olive oil to introduce a lighter flavour profile.
- No thyme? Italian seasoning or rosemary can imbue dishes with an analogous earthy flavour.
- Why not substitute fresh chives or fragrant basil for parsley and elevate the garlic butter’s flavor profile?
- While using minced fresh garlic will amplify the flavour, be aware that it may brown rapidly within the air fryer.
To achieve a mouthwatering air fryer filet mignon, start by seasoning 4-6 ounces of your preferred cut with salt, pepper, and any other desired herbs or spices. Next, heat the air fryer basket to 400°F (200°C). Meanwhile, drizzle the filet mignon with olive oil, making sure it’s evenly coated. Place the filets in a single layer at the bottom of the preheated basket, leaving some space between each piece for even cooking.
Carefully pat the steaks dry with a clean paper towel to remove excess moisture. Permit steaks to sit at room temperature for approximately 15-20 minutes prior to cooking.
Combine softened butter with minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, and a pinch of salt to create an aromatic garlic butter. Unite the ingredients in a cohesive blend by thoroughly incorporating them. Set aside.
A harmonious blend of flavors! Combining salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder, and thyme in a small bowl creates a savory seasoning mixture perfect for elevating any dish.
Generously apply a even coating of seasonings to both the top and bottom surfaces of the steak, ensuring that each side is well-represented for optimal flavor.
Preheat the air fryer basket to 400°F, lightly misting it with avocado oil in advance. Insert steak into the air fryer basket and cook to your preferred level of doneness. See doneness guide below!
Allow your cooked steak to rest for approximately five minutes prior to slicing? Savoring perfection? Top with a pat of aromatic garlic butter, if you so desire, and indulge in the culinary delight.
Brittany’s Tips!
- Guesswork is overrated. Utilize a thermometer to achieve the ideal doneness: precisely 125°F for rare, 140°F for medium-rare, or 160°F for well-done perfection.
- Allowing the steak to rest for 5 minutes post-cooking enables the redistribution of its natural juices, resulting in an unparalleled tenderness that’s released with every succulent bite.
- Add a judicious squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a discreet pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter for an unexpected yet welcome explosion of flavour.
- Ensure that there’s sufficient space between each steak in the air fryer basket to facilitate even cooking.
How to Serve
With its bold flavor profile, this filet mignon can easily hold its own as a standalone dish; however, when complemented by the perfect accompaniments, the overall dining experience is elevated to new heights. Consider adding a few finishing touches to make your evening meal truly unforgettable.
How to Store Leftovers
Cool the filet mignon completely before storing it in an airtight container within three days of cooking, keeping it refrigerated at a temperature below 40°F (4°C). Reheat leftovers by placing them in a skillet set to low heat, allowing the food to warm through gently, or alternatively, utilize an air fryer preheated to 350°F for 2-3 minutes to achieve a consistent temperature without overheating. For a juicy outcome, avoid microwaving the steak, as it can lead to drying out and compromising its tender texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
To ensure optimal results, thoroughly defrost the meat in the refrigerator beforehand, allowing it to cook consistently and retain its tenderness when prepared.
Cook the steak to perfection by searing it in a scorching-hot skillet on the stovetop, then complete the cooking process in a preheated oven at 400°F, achieving your desired level of doneness.
To achieve optimal results, limit the number of ingredients in each air fryer batch to prevent overcrowding, which can hinder even cooking and texture development. To ensure even cooking, consider grilling the steaks in batches as necessary to prevent overcrowding and achieve optimal doneness.
