Description
This Perfect Filet Mignon Recipe delivers tender, melt-in-your-mouth steaks seared to perfection and finished with a rich, savory, non-alcoholic reduction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each, 1.5–2 inches thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 1 sprig rosemary or thyme
- 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice or blackcurrant juice
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Remove steaks from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Pat dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a cast-iron or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat.
- Add steaks and cook 3–4 minutes without moving until a golden crust forms. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and herbs (if using). Spoon melted butter over steaks for about 1 minute.
- Remove steaks at desired temperature (130–135°F for medium-rare). Rest under foil 5–10 minutes.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and cook about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add beef broth and pomegranate juice, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 5–6 minutes.
- Stir in balsamic vinegar and Dijon. Thicken with cornstarch slurry if desired. Season to taste.
- Drizzle sauce over rested steaks and serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe is ideal for romantic occasions, date nights, or special celebrations at home.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filet mignon steak with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Filet Mignon, Steak, Dinner, Romantic Dinner, Non-Alcoholic Reduction