Mastering Sous Vide Filet Mignon: A Step-by-Step Guide to Perfectly Cooked Perfection
Mastering Sous Vide Filet Mignon: A Step-by-Step Guide to Perfectly Cooked Perfection
If you're looking to elevate your culinary skills and impress your guests with a restaurant-quality dish, mastering the art of sous vide filet mignon is the way to go. In this comprehensive guide, we will take you through the step-by-step process of achieving perfectly cooked perfection every time.
Cooking Instructions
Before we dive into the cooking process, let's understand the basics of sous vide cooking. Sous vide involves cooking food in vacuum-sealed bags in a water bath at a precise temperature for an extended period. This method ensures even cooking and exceptional flavor retention.
For our sous vide filet mignon, follow these simple instructions:
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 70 minutes
- Active time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 90 minutes
Cooking Temperature Guide
Here's a temperature guide to help you achieve your desired level of doneness:
- Very rare to rare: 120°F (49°C) to 128°F (53°C) - 1 to 2 ½ hours
- Medium-rare: 129°F (54°C) to 134°F (57°C) - 1 to 4 hours
- Medium: 135°F (57°C) to 144°F (62°C) - 1 to 4 hours
- Medium-well: 145°F (63°C) to 155°F (68°C) - 1 to 3 ½ hours
- Well-done: 156°F (69°C) and up - 1 to 3 hours
Ingredients
- 4 sprigs of fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- 2 cloves of garlic, crushed (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) of avocado oil (if pan-searing; optional)
- 2 tablespoons (30g) of butter (if pan-searing; optional)
Instructions
Now, let's walk through the cooking process in more detail:
1. Preparing the Steaks
Season your Capital Farms 6oz Tenderloin Steaks with salt, pepper, and any optional herbs or spices of your choice. Vacuum-seal the steaks in a sous vide bag to ensure maximum flavor infusion.
2. Sous Vide Cooking
Preheat your sous vide cooker to the desired final temperature according to the chart. Place the sealed steaks in the water bath and cook for the recommended time based on your preferred level of doneness.
3. Searing the Steaks
After sous vide cooking, remove the steaks from the bag and pat them dry with paper towels. Heat a skillet with avocado oil over high heat and sear the steaks for a caramelized crust. Add butter, garlic, and herbs for extra flavor.
For a smoky finish, you can also grill the steaks over high heat for a few minutes on each side until char marks appear.
4. Serving and Enjoying
Let the steaks rest for a few minutes before slicing them against the grain. Serve with a drizzle of melted butter, a sprinkle of fresh herbs, and a touch of cracked black pepper.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or would like to order Capital Farms Tenderloin Steaks, feel free to reach out to us:
- Phone: 928.671.2060
- Email: support@capitalfarms.com
- Address: 410 W Wickenburg Way, Wickenburg, AZ
Experience the joy of cooking and eating better together with our sous vide filet mignon recipe. Bon Appétit!