Filet Mignon

[keemez]

Uhh...... the word is COARSE (salt/pepper), not course.

[kooktocook]

@keemez yes, an error at the time. cheers from KtC!

[ElevateConcepts]

NICE!

[kooktocook]

@ElevateConcepts One of my specialties. Easy too. Has everything to do with the cut of meat. I could eat this now actually. mmmmm dinner! thank you, KtC

[rox852456]

i WOULD EAT

[ScrotalKarma]

My goodness, you timed everything extremely well! I liked your pause for the initial sizzling sound as well :)

If I want medium-rare, how much should I reduce cooking time per side? ( I am thinking 30 seconds per side, but I am not sure)

(I liked your joke about the well-doneness, btw, lol!)

Cheers!

[kooktocook]

@ScrotalKarma Hi! This steak is probably closer to medium-rare than medium. I would agree that a bit les time on each side will do the trick. Depends on the thickness of the meat though. The old thumb trick will do also. Just press down on the meat, it should be very spongie for medium-rare.

Good luck, certainly a tasty meal. For those who do like it cooked more just toss in an oven for 3-5 minutes at 400F after seering.

cheers, KtC

[ScrotalKarma]

@kooktocook Thank you. I had forgotten about the pressing down test.

Cheers! :D

[mb9607]

that look awesome !

[kooktocook]

@mb9607 Certainly a classic. cheers, KtC

[jngwatson]

I'd eat it.

[jacobzjf]

Can I come eat at your house?

[kooktocook]

@jacobzjf On Filet Mignon evening or is any night good? :D Thanks, KtC

[laylajmoore]

This looks amazing, gonna try it



[milincoln]

While cooking with wine has NEVER seemed appealing to me this looks pretty good.

[kooktocook]

@milincoln Red wine is nice with certain cuts of beef. Just a bit of the wine reduction over the meat adds a nice boldnest. (White wine best with fish and poultry). Have a great day! KtC

[acrttdriver]

LOL....I dig the pause in the music so that we could hear the searing of the meat.....I love it!

[kooktocook]

@acrttdriver I love the sound of meat hitting a hot skillet! Thank you mate! KtC

[MinhSaChau]

What does a red wine reduction sauce taste like anyway?

[kooktocook]

It is all about the tannins (look it up) in red wine and how the meat protein softens them creating a smooth taste. Red wine is perfect with beef (as a beverage). When used with the skillet flavours and thus reducing the wine the blend is perfect (rich and bold in taste). Difficult to answer, you will have to try it Minh. cheers! KtC

[MinhSaChau]

Ough, Fillets of Beef, so expensive for such a small cut of meat.

But I guess it's always quality over quantity.

Kid Chef's can't buy wine can they.. =(

[kooktocook]

There is cooking wine. The wine burns down anyway, just explain to your folks what you need it for. Have a great day! KtC

[CaptainDickerson]

so far in here, i love the part where the beef tenderloin is being cooked on the fryer, makes me hungry, to the store! n danke!

[kooktocook]

Great cut of meat and very easy to prepare. Rule of thunb, better undercooked then over. cheers! KtC (I love sizzle)

[mohamedibrahimsaad]

What ever it is that motivates you to cook, keep it up because your great... personally i wish you were my chef lol btw the shawarma trick was amazing lol

[kooktocook]

the need to eat! :)

I like to try different foods and not get stuck on the same old things to eat. If there is something new I like or even some old stuff, I will try to share with folks. thank you, Have a great day! KtC

[HoldUpOneTime]

ktc sup man. I am still looking forward to that buffalo shrimp lol

[kooktocook]

It probably will be the next series. I still have to do buffalo wings. I'm the only shrimp eater here so I have to plan when I'm just feeding myself. cheers! KtC

[VonMilash]

looks great, fantastic job. I'm a big lover of cast iron too... only way to go. the only ]thing i do differenly is finish in the oven. that said, I certainly can't argue with your results though. you nailed it.

[kooktocook]

I know the 'quick oven' method well. I like mine on the rare-med. and I find it just goes over too much in the oven. Yes, if you want it bit more well done...seer meat, relax in 350F oven 5 min. Thank you, I appreciate the comment and tip! cheers! KtC

[VonMilash]

Well actually, I've had great results using the sear-to-oven method, and I can get a very nice med rare too. I use a hot CI pan, just as you do, then finish at about 400. No reductions though. I'm a purist! btw, i wasn't giving you any tips. it's clear you know the system! ;) Never fix what aint broke!

[kooktocook]

Thanks again. I like the feedback. There are things I forget or do not practise. I want folks to share their thoughts. cheers! KtC

[anteracmacash]

how can you tell it's medium ???

[tbsosnj]

wow. I've been a vegan for 7 years and I even have to say that I'm pressed. nicely done chef :)

[kooktocook]

I apologise. It must be difficult at times. Perhaps, I can get some grilled veggies up here. Thank you, have a great day! KtC

[tastygarlic]

Once again - you ROCK!

[kooktocook]

Thank you. Have a great day! KtC

[birdsinart]

so mouth watering

[kooktocook]

It was :) lol

Not much to do for this one, keeping it simple for a great cut of beef. Have a great day. KtC

[Faztlan]

looks freaken Great Man!! -TX

[kooktocook]

Seeing you are a man from Texas, I take that as the highest compliment. Nobody knows beef like a Texan. Thank you! cheers, KtC

[SLK4000]

Of all the filet mignon videos this one is the most straightforward. Just saved it in my favorite sites. Thanks!

[kooktocook]

Yep. An easy 123 'eat' recipe. Have a great day, cheers! KtC

[TheChicagoComedian]

Hi, could you help me with something? No matter how good I marinate or cook something on the pan, It never gets that true brownish steak color, it stays white.. And it tastes REALLY funky. to the point that I have to drown it out with A-1. Im good on the grill, but when it rrains on the barbeque, i wanna give my freinds a decent cut of meat. Please help.

[kooktocook]

Yep. the 'only' way. cheers! KtC

[kooktocook]

Hi! Marinade the tougher meat and lightly rub with a bit of seasoning the good cuts.

1. ensure a hot pan using a bit of olive oil.

2. seer the meat both sides lower temp.

3. cook until done (preferably medium)

Your cooking too low a temp. and cooking it slowly, thus not locking in any flavours in the meat. Let the meat sit for a minute or two before serving.

As suggested below. The pan really helps and I too only use the cast-iron. Good luck! Practise makes perfect. cheers! KtC

[VaniaWarrior]

I would try a not so agressive music...

how about something from Dizzy Gillespie?

[VaniaWarrior]

Loved it !!!! YUMMMMMMYYYY

[ChicChicKaboom]

i love the cup =p

[kooktocook]

mee too :) thanks, KtC

[dl33124]

Keep up the good work, bet just a few onion rings on top will be nice, too!!!!!

[kooktocook]

Nice idea! thanks, KtC

[azariahsimon]

awweessuumm!!!(;~)

[kooktocook]

yeahhhh! :) KtC

[onionhead007]

amaZING! stuff! i want 2 try this so much now!!!!!!

[kooktocook]

Hey onionhead007! How are you? Yep, that mignon is waiting for you! KtC

[onionhead007]

im doing great! Im about to watch your simmering steak video and drool some more haha.

[cinsan011104]

fancy

[kooktocook]

The meat cut deserves a bit of formality. Thank you! KtC

[spacemanspiff33]

once again, the mug and i approve.

[kooktocook]

:) thanks spacemanspiff33, cheers! KtC

[simbayukiwolf]

Very nice!

[kooktocook]

If I ever get down there I will prepare for both of you :) thanks mate! cheers! KtC

[usafireandrescue]

Almost 300! Way to go!!! This filet mignon looks delicious. When can I come over for dinner? LOL! :-)

[kooktocook]

I prepare dinner and you dessert? Nobody would ever leave :) Would be a great party! cheers! KtC

[usafireandrescue]

This is a great idea, LOL!!! Happy Easter friend!

[kooktocook]

LOL! Have a great Easter weekend! All the best, KtC

[choco33333333]

one moree and 300!

[kooktocook]

very soon! KtC

[kotk05]

omg, Cuppy wanted to eat the filet mignon. Nice video.

[kooktocook]

:) I have to watch my food lately. cheers! KtC

[loli6051016]

this looks delicous! Im definetley tryin this!

[kooktocook]

thank you, easy to prepare and almost melts in your mouth. cheers! KtC

[rusty3three3]

excellent!!!

[kooktocook]

well thank ya mate, cheers! KtC

[rusty3three3]

ya know i went out and had filet mignon later that night. had to do it...

[kooktocook]

I know that feeling. When you just have to have it, nothing going to stop ya! Happy I could help :) cheers! KtC

[bowhunter2439]

OHHH YAAA

[kooktocook]

yep! It really works for me too. cheers! KtC

[DarkashesX]

Ive been looking for a Filet Mignon recipe on youtube and had no luck untill now! Looks really good, i will try it for sure!

[kooktocook]

So many ways to prepare but always keep it simple. The meat speaks for itself. you and yours will love it! cheers! KtC

[chpen]

Ok I'm waiting for your cookbook on everyday cooking....

[kooktocook]

:) a treat now and then.

Everyday food is what I do best. I will send you the first copy. thanks chpen, KtC (any publishers out there?)

[SimpLeeme88]

ahh,this makes me hungry for filet mignon. Lol

[kooktocook]

me too! lol KtC

[Driliasphd]

Another easy and tasty recipe Mr Kook. Ty! :-)

[kooktocook]

I enjoyed making it :) thanks a bunch! cheers, KtC