Spicy Filet Mignon

Name: Spicy Filet Mignon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Cajun
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons paprika; 2 teaspoons onion salt; 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 6 beef tenderloin steaks (1-1/2 inches thick and 8 ounces each)

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Oct. 22, 2022

I adapted this recipe from a seasoning I saw for blackened catfish. Because these steaks have a lot of kick, I make a more mellow side dish, like buttered potatoes or grilled fresh vegetables. —Vera Kobiako, Jupiter, Florida

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons onion salt
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
6 beef tenderloin steaks (1-1/2 inches thick and 8 ounces each)

Directions

Combine the seasonings; rub over steaks. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 9-11 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°).

Spicy Filet Mignon

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