PEPPERCORN CRUSTED FILET MIGNONS
Peppercorn Crusted Filet Mignons are a classic steak dish that features tender filet mignon steaks coated in a flavorful peppercorn crust. Here’s a description and a simple recipe to make this elegant and delicious dish:
Filet mignon is a premium cut of beef known for its tenderness and buttery texture. When coated with a peppercorn crust, the steak takes on a bold and savory flavor with a hint of heat from the cracked peppercorns. The outer crust forms a delicious crust when seared, while the inside remains juicy and tender. Peppercorn Crusted Filet Mignons are perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress guests with a gourmet steak dinner.
Recipe: Peppercorn Crusted Filet Mignons
Ingredients:
- – 4 filet mignon steaks, about 6 ounces each
- – Salt, to taste
- – tablespoons whole black peppercorns
- – tablespoons olive oil
- – tablespoons unsalted butter
- – 2 cloves garlic, minced
- – 1/4 cup beef broth
- – 1/4 cup heavy cream
- – 2 tablespoons brandy (optional)
- – Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Remove the filet mignon steaks from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to take the chill off.
2. Season the steaks generously with salt on both sides.
3. Place the whole black peppercorns in a resealable plastic bag and crush them using a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy skillet until coarsely crushed. Alternatively, you can use a mortar and pestle to crush the peppercorns.
4. Press the crushed peppercorns onto both sides of each steak, coating them evenly.
5. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
6. Add the filet mignon steaks to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare doneness, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Use tongs to flip the steaks only once to ensure a nice crust forms.
7. Remove the cooked steaks from the skillet and transfer them to a plate. Tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
8. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter and minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant.
9. Pour in the beef broth and deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon.
10. Stir in the heavy cream and brandy (if using). Simmer the sauce for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
11. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
12. To serve, place the peppercorn crusted filet mignons on plates and drizzle the sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
13. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Peppercorn Crusted Filet Mignons!
These Peppercorn Crusted Filet Mignons are sure to impress with their bold flavor and tender texture. Serve them with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a green salad, for a complete gourmet meal. Enjoy!