Sous Vide Filet Mignon Temperature Guide
Filet mignon is the most tender but least flavorful cut — it has almost no fat, so it punishes overcooking more than any other steak. Sous vide at a lower temperature keeps it perfectly pink edge to edge; the entire job then becomes building a crust without pushing the interior past medium.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
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- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
Cook at 129°F for rare, 132°F for medium-rare, 135°F for medium — 1-1.5 hours for a 1.5-inch filet, up to 2.5 hours for 2 inches. Because the cut is lean, sear in butter with thyme and garlic for 45-60 seconds per side; butter's milk solids brown fast and add the richness the meat lacks. A bacon wrap before sous vide is a classic trick for extra flavor and moisture.
FAQ
What temperature for a perfect filet?
129-132°F for medium-rare. Filet has no fat to render, so higher temps only dry it out.
How long does filet mignon take sous vide?
1-2.5 hours depending on thickness. It's tender by nature, so long cooks only soften texture further.
Why does my filet taste plain?
It's a lean cut — the flavor comes from the sear. Use butter, garlic, thyme, and don't skimp on the crust.
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