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Air Fryer Filet Mignon

4.9(4)
14 min
Time
400°F
Temp
380 cal
Cal
2
Serves

Ingredients

Filets
2 filet mignon steaks (6-8 oz, 1.5-inch thick)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp coarse salt
1 tsp coarse black pepper
Compound Butter
3 tbsp butter, softened
1 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, chives)
1 clove garlic, minced
Pinch of flaky salt

Equipment

  • Instant-Read Meat Thermometer

Steps

  1. 1

    Remove filets from fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Pat completely dry.

  2. 2

    Rub with olive oil. Season all sides with coarse salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Air fry at 400°F for 10-14 minutes for medium-rare (130°F internal), flipping halfway.

  4. 4

    Mix compound butter ingredients. Place a generous knob on each filet immediately after cooking.

  5. 5

    Rest 5-8 minutes. The butter melts into a sauce as the steak rests.

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Tip: Filet is lean and tender — it relies on the butter and seasoning for flavor. Don't overcook it; this cut gets tough past medium. The compound butter melting over the resting steak creates a built-in sauce. Pull at 125°F for perfect medium-rare after rest.

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