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Perfect Sous Vide Filet Mignon Recipe Easy Tender Juiciness Guide

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This sous vide filet mignon recipe guarantees perfectly cooked, tender, and juicy steak with a flavorful crust, ideal for special occasions or a stress-free gourmet meal at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 filet mignon steaks, about 6 oz (170 g) each, trimmed
  • Kosher salt, for seasoning
  • Freshly ground black pepper, for seasoning just before searing
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for searing
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral oil, for searing

Instructions

  1. Pat the filet mignon dry with paper towels. Generously season both sides with kosher salt. Let rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. Place each steak in a vacuum bag with smashed garlic cloves and herb sprigs. If no vacuum sealer, use a resealable bag and use the water displacement method to remove air before sealing.
  3. Fill a large pot or container with water and attach the immersion circulator. Set temperature to 130°F (54.5°C) for medium-rare, or adjust to 125°F (52°C) for rare, 140°F (60°C) for medium.
  4. Submerge sealed bags fully in the water bath. Cook for 1 to 2 hours, aiming for 90 minutes for perfect tenderness.
  5. Remove bags and carefully take out steaks. Pat very dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
  6. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Add olive oil and butter. When butter foams and oil shimmers, sear steaks for 45 to 60 seconds per side until a deep brown crust forms. Sear edges if steaks are thick.
  7. Let steaks rest for a few minutes after searing to redistribute juices. Slice against the grain and serve.

Notes

Pat steaks very dry before searing to prevent steaming and ensure a good crust. Use high heat for a quick sear to avoid overcooking edges. Rest steaks after searing to lock in juices. Season with black pepper just before searing to toast the pepper without burning.

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