Directions:
- PREPARATION
- According to Wikipedia, the same cut of beef can be called Chateaubriand, tournedos, filet de bouef (French), Medallians, Tenderloin Steak (USA), or Fillet Steak (UK and Ireland).
- The two secrets to this simple recipe are (1) a grill pan, and (2) RESISTING the temptation to turn the steak too frequently. (A grill pan is a large saute pan that has raised grill ridges.) I've grilled filet mignon before, and it's terrific, but this is one of the few cases where I actually prefer the grill pan - it sears with a moister method than grilling - it cooks nearer to its own juices, making it less likely to dry out.
- Place the pan over medium high heat, and allow to come up to temperature (approximately 4-5 minutes). Add 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and tilt it around to cover the pan. Slice medallions in very consistent-thickeness slices, approximately 1 inch thick. Cover with ample ground course salt and pepper.
- Place tournedos (fillets), putting them down away from you, one by one, into the pan. DO NOT DISTURB them for 3 minutes. Lift with tongs and flip. Wait another 2-3 minutes. Rotate 45 degrees, and sear for another 2 minutes. Flip again to complete the grill marks, and cook another 1-2 minutes. I like my steaks medium, and I carefully watch the color on the outside - remove them from the grill pan when there is still a faint pink line in the center. Tonight I found that cooking time for me was about 5-6 minutes total.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 923.24 Kcal (3865 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 1231.56 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 136.84g | 211% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 453.5mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 2721mg | 113% | |
| Protein | 136.05g | 272% | |
| Iron | 997.7mg | 5543% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 191.74 Kcal (803 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 255.78 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 28.42g | 211% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 94.18mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 565.11mg | 113% | |
| Protein | 28.26g | 272% | |
| Iron | 207.2mg | 5543% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.
Try this similar recipes
-
Filet Mignon with Mustard Sauce
Filet mignon (2 inches thick ), Olive oil, Cognac and 4 more.. -
Filet Mignon With Madeira Pan Sauce With Mustard and Anchovies
Filet mignon, 1 1/2 inch thick (dry with paper towel) and 11 more.. -
Individual Beef Wellingtons
Filet mignon, Olive oil, Puff pastry and 12 more.. -
Beef Wellington so Tender!
Filet mignon , trimmed of fat and 11 more.. -
Filet of Beef Au Poivre
Filet mignon, cut 1-1/4-inch thick, Kosher salt and 7 more.. -
Hell's Kitchen Beef Wellington
Filet mignon, Mushroom, Procuitto ham, Shallot and 11 more.. -
Filet Mignon in a Green Peppercorn Sauce
Filet mignon, Butter, Olive oil, Brandy (optional) and 5 more.. -
Pepper-Crusted Filet Mignon
Filet mignon (about 1 1/2 inches thick ), Coarse salt and 5 more.. -
Steak With Gorgonzola Sauce
Olive oil, divided and 6 more..
Also Try
Get Your Recipe of Health!
Follow RecipeOfHealth on Facebook!
