Filet mignon with red wine reduction brings steakhouse comfort into your kitchen. The pan sizzles, the wine simmers, and the sauce turns silky while the beef stays tender and juicy.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Cooks fast with simple steps
• Uses one skillet
• Rich flavor from a short wine simmer
• Perfect for date night or weekends
• No special tools required

Preparation and Cooking Time

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Cook: 20 minutes
• Total: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 small shallot, minced (swap with red onion)
• 1 cup dry red wine (Cabernet or Merlot)
• ½ cup beef stock
• 1 tsp fresh thyme

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Pat steaks dry and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear steaks 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and rest.
4. Lower heat and add butter and shallot. Stir 1 minute.
5. Pour in wine and scrape the pan.
6. Simmer until reduced by half.
7. Add stock and thyme. Simmer until thick.
8. Spoon sauce over filet mignon with red wine reduction.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted green beans, or a simple arugula salad. Pair with the same red wine used in the sauce.

Quick Tips or Variations

• Use mushroom stock for deeper flavor.
• Finish sauce with a cold butter swirl.
• Add cracked pepper at the end.

FAQ

How long do you let red wine reduce?

Let red wine reduce 8–10 minutes until it cuts in half.

What does a red wine reduction do?

It concentrates flavor and adds body to sauces.

How long does red wine jus take to reduce?

Most red wine jus thickens in 10–15 minutes.

What red wine to have with filet mignon?

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot pair well with filet mignon.

Conclusion

Filet mignon with red wine reduction turns a simple steak into a warm, special meal that feels personal and relaxed.

Filet Mignon with Red Wine Reduction

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• Author: Laura Jennings

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Description

Filet mignon with red wine reduction made in one pan.

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Ingredients

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2 filet mignon steaks

Salt

Black pepper

Olive oil

Butter

Shallot

Red wine

Beef stock

Thyme

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Instructions

1. Season steaks

2. Sear steaks

3. Rest steaks

4. Cook shallot

5. Reduce wine

6. Add stock

7. Finish sauce

Notes

Use dry red wine only.