Imagine sinking your fork into a perfectly cooked, juicy filet mignon wrapped in crispy, sizzling bacon - all without stepping foot in a fancy restaurant. This air fryer bacon-wrapped filet mignon recipe is about to revolutionize your home cooking, delivering steakhouse-level deliciousness with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Whether you're looking to impress a date, treat yourself to a gourmet meal, or simply elevate your dinner game, this recipe promises a mouthwatering experience that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 filet mignon steaks
- 4 slices bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Remove filet mignon steaks from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to reach room temperature, which ensures even cooking.
- Pat the filet mignon steaks completely dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a better sear and bacon crisp.
- Season both sides of the steaks generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring even coverage.
- Wrap each filet mignon steak completely with 2 slices of bacon, securing the bacon ends with toothpicks to prevent unwrapping during cooking.
- Lightly brush the bacon-wrapped steaks with olive oil to enhance browning and prevent sticking.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for approximately 3-4 minutes to ensure proper cooking temperature.
- Place the bacon-wrapped filets in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other for even air circulation.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until bacon is crisp and steak reaches desired doneness (recommended 130-135°F for medium-rare).
- Remove steaks from air fryer and let rest for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and flavorful result.
- Remove toothpicks before serving and optionally garnish with fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Always let your steaks come to room temperature before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and optimal tenderness.
- Pat Dry for Crispy Perfection: Removing moisture from the steaks is crucial for achieving that beautiful, crisp bacon exterior and perfect sear.
- Don't Overcrowd: Give your steaks space in the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation, which ensures even cooking and crispy bacon.
- Use a Meat Thermometer: For precise doneness, invest in a meat thermometer. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F.
- Resting is Key: Always let your steaks rest after cooking. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a more tender and flavorful result.
- Toothpick Trick: Use toothpicks to secure bacon, but remember to remove them before serving.
- Experiment with Seasoning: While salt and pepper are classic, try adding herbs like thyme or rosemary for an extra flavor dimension.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 100mg
