Juicy Filet Mignon with Citrus Marinade and Garlic Butter Baste recipe

Juicy Filet Mignon with Citrus Marinade and Garlic Butter Baste

by Diana Opoti (@dianaopotieats)
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
45min

This filet mignon is packed with flavor from a quick citrus marinade and a garlic butter baste, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfectly seared and roasted, this steak is tender and bursting with zesty, buttery goodness. Serve it for a special occasion or to treat yourself to a luxurious meal...

Ingredients

1 Servings
(1 serving = 1 filet mignon)
  • 1piece
    filet mignon (6-8 oz)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1tsp
    lime juice
  • 1tsp
    lemon juice
  • 1tsp
    orange juice
  • 1tbsp
    butter
  • 6
    cloves garlic
  • 1sprig
    rosemary

How to make Juicy Filet Mignon with Citrus Marinade and Garlic Butter Baste

Marinate the Filet Mignon

  1. Season the filet with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

  2. Drizzle with lime, lemon, and orange juice, gently rubbing the juices into the meat.

  3. Wrap the filet in plastic wrap, forming a roll, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour for more intense flavor.

Cook the Filet Mignon

  1. Preheat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. Unwrap the filet and sear for 2 minutes on each side until a nice crust forms.

    Step 2.1: Unwrap the filet and sear for 2 minutes on each side until a nice crust forms
    Step 2.2: Unwrap the filet and sear for 2 minutes on each side until a nice crust forms
  3. Add butter, garlic, and rosemary to the pan.

    Step 2.1: Add butter, garlic, and rosemary to the pan
  4. Tilt the pan slightly to spoon the melted butter over the filet as it cooks, infusing it with garlic and rosemary aromas.

  5. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 140°C (285°F) and roast for 15 minutes, or until the desired doneness is achieved.

Rest and Serve

  1. Remove the filet from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute within the meat.

  2. Slice and serve your juicy filet mignon with your favorite sides.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Filet mignon is known for its tenderness, so pick a cut with good marbling for extra flavor. Look for cuts about 1.5–2 inches thick for a juicy result.

  2. A hot pan is key to achieving a beautiful sear. Wait until the pan is smoking slightly before adding the steak, as this will give you a crisp, flavorful crust.

  3. The garlic-rosemary butter baste is what gives this filet mignon a rich, decadent flavor. Basting also helps keep the steak juicy, so spoon the melted butter over it continuously as it sears.