How to Cook a Great Tenderloin Steak

Think lean meat is dry and tasteless? Think again. Tenderloin steaks give you the best of both worlds: a lean cut of beef and a tender, juicy steak. You might also know these as filet mignon steaks. Tenderloin steaks taste best when not overcooked, so opt for faster, dry cooking methods: grilling, stir frying, pan frying and broiling. Whether you call it tenderloin steak or filet mignon, your meat will star as the center of the meal when you cook it properly. Thinner steaks take less time to cook, so prepare yourself by knowing the thickness of your steak. A ruler will help you to determine how to cook your steak and for how long. Does this Spark an idea?

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1 lb. tenderloin steaks (4 trimmed 4 oz steaks)
Ruler
Nonstick skillet, broiling pan or grill
Paper towels
Steak rub seasoning
Tongs
Meat thermometer
Salt and pepper

Instructions

- 1
  
  Determine the thickness of your steaks with a ruler to choose the best cooking method.
- 2
  
  Preheat the broiler of the oven to high or the grill to medium for steaks over one inch thick. Heat a nonstick skillet on the stove over medium meat for thinner steaks.
- 3
  
  Pat the steaks dry with paper towels before sprinkling the steak rub seasoning or salt over both sides of each steak.
- 4
  
  Grill steaks over medium hot coals for 13 to 16 minutes. Turn the tenderloin steaks over halfway through cooking with the tongs.
- 5
  
  Broil steaks three inches from the heat for 13 to 22 minutes, flipping the steaks once with the tongs during cooking.
- 6
  
  Pan fry steaks for 3 ½ to 5 minutes for steaks ½ inch or less and 7 to13 minutes for ¾ inch to one inch thick steaks. Turn once during cooking.
- 7
  
  Insert a meat thermometer into the side of the steak, and remove from heat when the temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium rare or 160 degrees Fahrenheit for medium.
- 8
  
  Serve with salt and pepper to taste.

Tips & Warnings

Season your steaks simply to prevent covering up the natural flavor of the tenderloin.
Do not poke the steak with a fork or knife during cooking. This releases some of the juices, making the steak less juicy.

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