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Roasted Fennel and Crispy Leek-Crusted Filet Mignon with a Creamy Lemon-Tarragon Reduction

Roasted Fennel and Crispy Leek-Crusted Filet Mignon with a Creamy Lemon-Tarragon Reduction

This elegant dish features tender filet mignon topped with a crispy leek and panko crust, served alongside roasted fennel and drizzled with a luscious lemon-tarragon cream sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 6 oz Filet mignon steaks
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 large Leek, white part only cleaned and sliced thinly
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh tarragon, chopped
  • 1 bulb Fennel, sliced into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 Juice of lemon
  • 1 Zest of lemon
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the fennel wedges with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
  3. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and sauté until they are soft and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  4. Season the filet mignon steaks generously with salt and pepper. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over high heat. Sear the steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
  5. In a bowl, combine the sautéed leeks, panko breadcrumbs, and chopped tarragon. Press this mixture onto the top of each seared filet mignon.
  6. Transfer the skillet with the crusted filets to the oven and bake for about 8-10 minutes for medium-rare, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
  7. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Remove the filet mignon from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Plate the roasted fennel alongside the steaks and drizzle the creamy lemon-tarragon reduction over the top.

Notes

For added flavor, you can sprinkle some extra tarragon on top before serving.