Air Fryer Filet Mignon — It’s always a good day when you’re able to enjoy a delicious filet mignon. Filet Mignon is an excellent meal for any occasion, but it is often served on special occasions such as an anniversary or birthday dinner.
There are many ways to cook a perfect Filet Mignon, but the best and most foolproof method is in your air fryer.
Once cooked, plate up some blue cheese or compound butter so everyone can enjoy this delicious dish together! Whether it’s for your next holiday or Sunday dinner. This recipe pleases the tastebuds every single time!
What Is Filet Mignon?
The filet mignon is a cut of beef from the small end of the tenderloin. It’s often served as a steak but can also be roasted, grilled, pan-seared, or air-fried, sautéed.
Filet Mignon is best cooked to medium-rare and should not be overcooked. The texture will toughen up, and the flavor will go away if it cooks for too long. Be sure to sear each side until brown before finishing in your air fryer. This will ensure that your meat is perfectly cooked!
Best Filet Mignon Recipe
This is one of my family’s favorite recipes, and I have been making it for years on the grill, but today I tried it in the air fryer, and it’s so good!
The key to cooking filet mignons in the air fryer is an excellent sear on both sides before you perfectly cook it up! A tender and delicious meal every single time!
Oh, so good!
Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Filet Mignon
- Filet Mignon
- Steak Seasoning
- Olive Oil
- Compund Butter (optional)
How To Make Air Fryer Filet Mignon
Start by getting the steaks at room temperature, which will take about 15 to 20 minutes. Then rub the olive oil over the steaks, and then season with the steak seasoning.
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting, if you do not have a preheat button, just run your air fryer for about 3 to 5 minutes at 400 degrees F. Then add the steaks, cooking for about 5 minutes per side.
Check the internal temperature of the steaks, before removing them. For filet mignons, I would recommend coming medium-rare, which is about 135 degrees F. Let the steaks rest for a couple of minutes, before serving.
WHAT DOES MIGNON MEAN IN FILET MIGNON?
If you’re a fan of cooking, chances are you’ve come across the term “filet mignon” in recipes. Filet mignon is a cut from the beef tenderloin and can be grilled, fried or baked. But have you ever wondered what filet means? The word itself comes from the French language and translates to “dainty fillet”. It’s said that this cut was given its name for being a delicacy reserved only for kings and queens back in medieval times because it was so expensive. So next time you order filet mignon at your favorite restaurant, know why it has such an elegant ring to it!
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BEEF TENDERLOIN AND FILET MIGNON?
The difference between beef tenderloin and filet mignon is that the tenderloin is a large, lean cut of meat from the back of an animal. The filet mignon comes from the small end of the tenderloin, which means it’s usually smaller than its counterpart. Filets are also more flavorful because they’re made up mostly of fat and connective tissue. They tend to be more expensive too!
WHAT IS THE MOST EXPENSIVE CUT OF STEAK?
The idea of a steak dinner has been around for centuries, but what kind of meat do you go with? Filet Mignon is the most expensive cut of steak, and if you’re looking to impress your guests or just want an amazing meal, this is the one for you. It’s not difficult to cook and will taste like no other filet ever tasted before!
HOW LONG SHOULD FILET MIGNON BE COOKED?
Do you know how long to cook filet mignon? It’s a question we get all the time here at ForkToSpoon. And it seems like everyone has their own opinion about this!
Some people say that they should be cooked rare, while others insist they should be cooked medium-rare. But what is the right answer?
Here are some guidelines for cooking your steak according to temperature: The USDA recommends 140°F for medium-rare beef and 160°F for well done. If you prefer more pink in your meat, go with 135°F or 145°F instead of 140°F. To determine if your meat is done cooking, use an instant read thermometer inserted into the center of the steak.
IS AIR FRIED FOOD HEALTHY?
A study published found that air frying is a healthy way to cook traditionally deep-fried foods. Air fried food has less fat and calories than deep-fried food, sicne you need relatively no oil, to get the same crispness.
WHAT IS AN AIR FRYER AND HOW DOES IT WORK?
An air fryer is a kitchen appliance that cooks food by circulating hot air around it. It does this in a way similar to the convection oven, but uses less oil and creates a crispy outer layer on your meal.
Air fryers can be used to cook all sorts of things from vegetables and seafood to meat and desserts!
WHAT CAN YOU COOK IN AN AIR FRYER?
Anyuthing that you make in an oven, you can make in an air fryer, with some tweaks, some of my favorite Air Fryer Recipes are:
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Air Fryer Filet Mignon
Air Fryer Filet Mignon -- It's always a good day when you're able to enjoy a delicious filet mignon. Filet Mignon is an excellent meal for any occasion, but it is often served on special occasions such as an anniversary or birthday dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 Filet Mignon Steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1-2 teaspoons steak seasoning
- Optional: Compound Butter
Instructions
- Start by getting the steaks at room temperature, which will take about 15 to 20 minutes. Then rub the olive oil over the steaks, and then season with the steak seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting. If you do not have a preheat button, just run your air fryer for about 3 to 5 minutes at 400 degrees F. Then add the steaks, cooking for about 5 minutes per side.
- Check the internal temperature of the steaks before removing them. For filet mignons, I recommend coming medium-rare, about 135 degrees F. Let the steaks rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
The USDA recommends 140°F for medium-rare beef and 160°F for well done. If you prefer more pink in your meat, go with 135°F or 145°F instead of 140°F. To determine if your meat is done cooking, use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the steak.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 404Total Fat: 34gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 574mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 23g
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