How do you cut a filet mignon after cooking?

Table of Contents:

1. How do you cut a filet mignon after cooking?
2. How do I grill a filet steak?
3. Should you Marinate filet mignon before grilling?
4. How long does it take to cook a fillet steak?

How do you cut a filet mignon after cooking?

Slice Against the Grain at an Angle When your beef is cooked, run your knife perpendicular to the grain of the steak, or else you'll have a piece of meat that's tougher than jerky. You also want to cut at a diagonal, as this will help your steak retain most of its juices (it also looks better).

How do I grill a filet steak?

For the filets

1. Season both sides of the filet generously with salt and pepper and fresh rosemary. ...
2. Preheat grill to high heat, Keep the lid closed and let the internal temp to get up to around 500° F.
3. Place the filets face down and sear undisturbed for 5 minutes. ...
4. For rare, sear for 4 minutes a side.

Should you Marinate filet mignon before grilling?

I prefer to marinate steaks a little bit longer (overnight), but I was crunched for time. Discard marinade and let the meat rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes prior to grilling. Heat your grill; then cook to your liking. This filet mignon marinade was fantastic and the meat was so tender and flavorful.

How long does it take to cook a fillet steak?

Fillet steak cooking times

1. Blue: 1½ mins each side.
2. Rare: 2¼ mins each side.
3. Medium-rare: 3¼ mins each side.
4. Medium: 4½ mins each side.