How to Make Filet Mignon and Balsamic Strawberries - A Step-by-Step Guide

Filet mignon is a classic, elegant cut of steak that is perfect for special occasions or when you want to treat yourself to a luxurious meal. Paired with balsamic strawberries, this dish takes on a whole new level of sophistication and flavor. The sweetness of the strawberries complements the rich, tender meat, creating a delicious combination of savory and sweet flavors.

Filet mignon, also known as tenderloin steak, is a highly prized cut of beef due to its tenderness and buttery tex...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups strawberries, sliced
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 (6 ounce) filet mignon (beef tenderloin)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chilled butter
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Mix together the strawberries, brown sugar, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl, and allow to sit for 1 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in an oven-safe, heavy steel or cast-iron skillet over high heat. Sprinkle the filets with salt and pepper on both sides, gently place in the hot skillet, and sear each side until well-browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Slide the skillet into the preheated oven, and cook until they start to become firm and are reddish-pink and juicy in the center, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Transfer the steaks to a platter, and tent with foil to rest.
  • Pour steak juices from the skillet into a small saucepan. Strain the strawberries and discard the liquid. Add the strawberries to the steak juices, bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-low heat, and melt the butter into the sauce, tilting the pan several times to gently incorporate the butter into the sauce. Serve each fillet topped with about 1/2 cup of strawberries and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
  • Nutrition

    438 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 94mg
    • Sodium: 127mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 49mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 532mg