Oats Free Paleo Filet Mignon with Herb Butter
Few meals feel as indulgent as a perfectly seared filet mignon, and this version delivers that steakhouse experience right from your own cast iron skillet. The technique here is classic and precise — a screaming-hot sear on the stovetop followed by a quick finish in the oven — which builds a deep, caramelized crust while keeping the center tender and rosy. What really elevates the whole dish is the herb butter made with ghee, fresh parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic, and a hint of lemon zest, which melts luxuriously over the hot steak the moment it hits the plate. Ghee is a natural fit for a grain-free approach since it delivers all the richness of butter without any of the dairy solids, and every other ingredient here is completely whole-food and clean. There are no hidden fillers, no packaged sauces, and absolutely nothing to second-guess — just quality beef, fresh herbs, and good fat. Resting the steaks after the oven is a small but essential step that keeps all those juices locked in, so don't skip it. Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or just treating yourself on a Tuesday, this is the kind of recipe that makes eating well feel genuinely exciting.
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2 servings
For the steaks
- 2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each, about 1 ½ inches thick)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For the herb butter
- 3 tbsp ghee, softened to room temperature
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove the steaks from the refrigerator 20–30 minutes before cooking and pat them completely dry with paper towels. Season all sides evenly with the kosher salt and black pepper.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the softened ghee, parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic, flaky sea salt, and lemon zest, if using. Stir until evenly mixed, then set aside at room temperature.
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