I have always cooked steak the traditional way. First, I would sear the meat and then I would finish it in the oven to the desired temperature. Recently, my son Brett taught me how to reverse-sear meat. Reverse searing is the opposite of the familiar and traditional method of cooking steaks. After trying this cooking method, I will never go back to the old method of cooking steaks again. In fact, I’m so impressed that I decided to share How to Reverse Sear a filet with you today!
Slow cooking always enhances meat flavor. I often use this cooking style with roasts, but if you prefer a crisp brown exterior crust and a tender medium rare center, then reverse searing is the cooking method you will want to follow. The reverse sear cooking technique works excellent for cooking ribeye, filets, porterhouse, and top sirloin cuts of beef.
How to Reverse Sear a Filet
How to Reverse Sear a Filet
Instructions
Step 1
- Preheat your oven to 275 degrees
- Line a baking sheet with foil
- Place a cooking rack on the foil
- Place meat on top of the cooking rack
- Season Lightly with salt and pepper
- Cook your meat in the preheated oven
Step Two
- Prepare your skillet – make sure the skillet is hot before you sear. To do this, heat up your pan prior to searing.
- Continuously check meat with your meat thermometer you'll want the meat to reach approximately 110-120 degrees for medium rare.
- When it reaches the desired temperature remove from the oven
- Spray your hot skillet with your desired cooking oil (I use avocado oil).
- Add a large pat of butter to your searing pan.
- Sear your meat turning once to sear on both sides. This will take approximately 1 minute per side.
Step 3
- Remove the meat from the skillet and place on cutting board
- Sprinkle sea salt- I like to use smoked sea salt which gives the steak a rich flavor. The smoked sea salt enhances the flavor. It is important to use it as a finishing salt and not before cooking as it can dry out your meat. Let meat rest about two minutes before slicing it to serve.
This is a fabulous idea to sear a filet. I’ve been using my air fryer for filets the last few times, but I’m definitely going to try this the next time for a change in flavor. Thank you for sharing.
If it weren’t for my son, I would be cooking steaks the old traditional way. I’m so happy he taught me this method. It’s so easy to make perfectly cooked steaks now.
Have a wonderful week!
Nancy
Hello Debbie,
It is so nice to hear from you. I’m glad that you liked this method of cooking and hope that you give it a try. Please follow up and let me know if you do.
My Best,
Nancy
Nice recipe post! You have a lovely blog.
Thank you! It really means a lot to me to hear this. I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know.
All the Best,
Nancy
Hello Jenni,
Thank you for reaching our and the very nice compliment. Its always nice to hear from readers as I value any input.
Have a Wonderful Day,
Nancy
Nice to see this. Looks amazing. Jacqui.
Hello Jacqui,
It’s so easy to do and I will never cook a steak any other way. I hope that you give it a try sometime.
Regards,
Nancy
Thank you Very Much for reaching out to me. I hope you like it and give it a try.
My mind is blown! I will never cook a ribeye any other way! I love a med rare steak.
Rena,
I will never cook steaks another way, it’s a game changer!
Take Care,
Nancy
I am so happy to hear this, Rena! Thank you for taking the time to reach back out and let me know. I never valued my meat thermometer more 🙂 it is fool proof when making steaks as they turn out perfect each and every time.
I am going to use the recipe soon!
Pinned it for easy to find.
Rosemary
Honestly Rosemary,
I will never cook steaks indoors another way. This method is easy to follow. I’ve done it three times and each time our steaks were perfect.
Let me know when you give it a try.
My Best,
Nancy
I do hope you enjoy this method, I found it so easy and it comes out perfect every time.
I’m going to try this! I quit cooking steak and handed it over to my husband to grill a long time ago. I could never get it right. Love the video you included. Thank you to your son!
Xo..Melanie
This is the easiest way to cook steaks indoors. I will never use the old method again. I have to say my son is really a great chef. I enjoy cooking with him.
Have a beautiful and blessed Thanksgiving,
Nancy
I will never make a fillet another way. Now I can’t cook without my meat thermometer. It saves me from ruining great cuts of meat. Please let me know how you like it, Melanie.
My Best,
Nancy
I’m trying this recipe tonight! Thank you Nancy!
Happy Thanksgiving 🦃
I’m anxious to hear how you like it. I’ve made steaks using this method three times now and every time it was perfect. The smoked sea salt is also good on steaks if your wanted to give that a try.
Happy Thanksgiving to your family,
Nancy
Thank you for letting me know. 🙂 I know your husband prefers it rarer and I hope that you give it try with fillets. I tried making it with a T-Bone and it took longer but thanks to my trusty meat thermometer it turned out great.