Air Fryer Filet Mignon
Air fryer filet mignon offers a quick and elegant steakhouse dining experience at home, cooked to perfection with minimal effort and cleanup.
Ingredients
Steak Ingredients
- 2 pieces filet mignon steaks (about 1.5 inches thick) Choose high-quality steaks for better flavor.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For brushing the steaks.
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder Enhances the flavor of the steak.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds depth to the seasoning.
- 1 teaspoon salt Essential for seasoning.
- ½ teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (or ½ teaspoon dried) Adds herbal flavor to the steak.
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried) Optional: Can be added for extra flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Pat the filet mignon steaks dry with paper towels to help create a nice sear.
- Brush both sides of the steaks with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and rosemary. If using thyme, add that too.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly onto both sides of the steaks.
Cooking
- Once the air fryer is ready, place the seasoned steaks in the basket, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Cook the steaks for about 10-12 minutes for medium-rare, flipping halfway through.
- Remove the steaks from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Notes
Serve with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal. For added flavor, drizzle with chimichurri or herb butter before serving.