How to Cook American Wagyu Filet Mignon

General Cooking Tips

Best Preparation Methods for Wagyu Filet Mignon

The tenderness of Filet Mignon makes it an excellent choice for grilling, pan frying, or cooking sous vide.

Pan-Frying

Grill

Sous Vide

Recommended preparations

Your Wagyu, Your Way

Grilling

Pan-searing

Sous Vide

Oven Roasting

Is Tenderloin the same as Filet Mignon?

Filet Mignon is cut from the Beef Tenderloin, a part of the loin primal. So, Filet Mignon is always Beef Tenderloin, but “Tenderloin” does not always refer to “Filet Mignon.”

General Cooking Tips

If filet is frozen, thaw in the refrigerator, never at room temperature or under water.
To experience the full buttery flavors of American Wagyu, avoid over seasoning and simply use salt and pepper.
If pan-frying or grilling filet, cook over medium or medium-high heat for best results.
If pan-frying filet, use a cast iron skillet for added sear and flavor.
Rest Filet Mignon for 5 minutes after cooking to allow juices to absorb (no need to rest steaks prior to cooking).

Temperature Guide

General Cooking Temperatures for Filet Mignon

For best results, use temperature over cooking times to determine desired doneness.

Doneness	Internal Temperature
Rare	120°F - 129°F
Medium Rare	130°F - 139°F
Medium	140°F - 149°F
Medium Well	150°F - 159°F
Well Done	160°F+

Steak should be cooked to a minimum of 145°F for optimum food safety.

Smoky, Rich & Robust

How to Pan-Fry American Wagyu Filet Mignon

Pan-frying Filet Mignon Steak brings out its juiciness and results in a delectable sear.

instructions:

Heat a skillet over medium or medium-high heat. Use a cast-iron skillet to pan-fry Filet Mignon for best results.
Add a dollop of butter or a tablespoon of olive oil to the pan.
While pan is heating, pat filets dry and season with salt and pepper. Avoid over-seasoning.
Once pan is heated, add the Filet Mignon. Flip filet once halfway to desired doneness.
Use a thermometer to monitor temperature and remove once filet reaches desired doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes and serve.

Smoky, Rich & Robust

How to Grill American Wagyu Filet Mignon

Grilling American Wagyu Filet Mignon is a classic way to celebrate its flavor and elevate any occasion. Here are a few of the basics.

instructions:

Make sure grill is clean to avoid altering the flavor of the Filet Mignon and for optimum food safety.
Light the charcoal or set your gas grill to medium heat.
While grill is heating, remove the Filet Mignon from your refrigerator and season with salt and pepper on both sides (no need to let filets rest before cooking or add additional seasonings).
Use an instant-read thermometer to monitor steak temperature and avoid over/undercooking.
Only flip filets once, about halfway to desired doneness.
Remember, internal temperature will continue to rise after removing filets from the grill.
Let filets rest about 5 minutes after removing from grill.
Slice filets against the grain for maximum tenderness.

Foolproof Tenderness Every Time

How to Cook American Wagyu Filet Mignon Sous Vide

Cooking sous vide is an excellent, easy way to achieve a restaurant-worthy Filet Mignon. Sous vide results in consistent temperature throughout the cut and helps you avoid overcooking.

instructions:

Fill sous vide machine or 12- to 26-quart container about ¾ full.
Place the heating element of the immersion circulator into the water and clip it the side of the container.
Set the immersion circulator to the desired doneness temperature.
While the water bath is heating up, remove filets from the refrigerator, pat dry, and season both sides with salt and pepper (no other seasoning necessary).
Place filet inside a vacuum-sealable bag and seal it. Drop the bag into the water, making sure not to block any parts of the immersion circulator.
Cook according to the time charts below.
When the filet has reached desired temperature, heat up a cast iron pan on the stove over medium to medium-high heat with a tablespoon of olive oil or butter.
Remove filet from bag and pat dry.
Place filet in the pan to sear. Flip every 15-20 seconds until sear is achieved.
Remove from pan and serve.

Doneness	Temperature	Time Range
Rare	120°F - 128°F	1 - 2 ½ hours
Medium Rare	129°F - 134°F	1 - 4 hours
Medium	135°F - 144°F	1 - 4 hours
Medium Well	145°F - 155°F	1 - 3 ½ hours
Well Done	156°F+	1 - 3 hours