USDA Prime Filet Mignon
USDA Prime Filet Mignon is the pinnacle of tenderness—fine-grained, buttery-soft medallions with elegant, beef-forward flavor. Hand-trimmed and center-cut, these are the steakhouse icons you crave, shipped frozen at peak quality for perfect results at home. Eat Wild.
- Melt-in-your-mouth texture: the most tender cut on the animal, ideal for high-heat searing and gentle finishing.
- Steakhouse experience at home: sear for a deep crust, then rest for a silky, velvety bite.
- Ships frozen on dry ice: rock-solid on arrival; thaw safely and cook with confidence.
Quality Standards
- Graded USDA Prime
- Less Than 2% of Beef Qualifies
- No Antibiotics
- No Hormones
- Grain Fed
- U.S.A. Born & Bred Free Range Cattle
What’s Included
Center-cut Filet Mignon steaks. See the variant selector for steak count and total weight; exact thickness/shape varies by cut spec.
How to Cook (3 Proven Methods)
Best eating: filet shines at rare to medium-rare. Target a final internal temp of 125–130°F for medium-rare (pull a few degrees early and rest). See our Steak Temperature Chart.
1) Cast-Iron Sear (restaurant finish)
- Pat dry and lightly oil. Season generously with kosher salt and cracked pepper.
- Sear in a ripping-hot cast-iron skillet ~1½–2½ minutes per side.
- Drop in butter, garlic, and herbs to baste for the last 30–45 seconds. Rest 5–8 minutes.
2) Reverse-Sear (thick cuts)
- Cook gently on the cool side (225–275°F) to ~10°F below your target.
- Sear blazing hot 45–90 seconds per side for a deep crust; rest before slicing.
- For precise timings, use our Sous Vide & Reverse-Sear Calculator.
3) Two-Zone Grill
- Set up a hot and a cool zone. Sear hard over direct heat for color.
- Finish on the indirect side to your temp; rest 5–8 minutes.
- Need setup help? Try the Grill Setup Wizard.
Pro Tips
- Dry brine (salt the steaks) 30–90 minutes before cooking for amplified flavor and better browning.
- Don’t overcook: filet is very lean—pull early and let carryover finish.
- Finish with butter: a simple herb butter or pan sauce complements the delicate profile.
Why USDA Prime?
Prime marbling translates to luxurious juiciness and flavor. If you’re deciding between grades, see our in-depth guide: USDA Choice vs. USDA Prime.
Quality & Safety
- Ships frozen via cold-chain with insulated packaging and dry ice. See Shipping for cut-offs and delivery timing.
- On arrival, move directly to the freezer or begin a controlled fridge thaw. Learn best practices in Meat Safety & Storage.
Related
Explore more USDA Prime steaks, shop our Steaks collection, or discover ultra-rich Dry-Aged and Wagyu/Kobe.
Chef’s note: For an elegant plate, slice medallions across the grain and finish with a classic peppercorn cream or a knob of herb butter.