Bacon wrapped steak recipe: 59 photos

Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon

FAQ

Wrapping a tenderloin steak in bacon serves three purposes:
  • 1) infuses the filet with savory, salty, umami goodness as it bastes the filet with bacon fat.
  • 2) prevents the filets from drying out, making them even more succulently juicy as the fat seeps into the steaks.
  • 3) creates a caramelized crust from the extra fat.
Add steaks to the skillet and sear for 1 minute on each side. Quickly transfer skillet to the oven. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until steak reaches desired doneness. Insert an instant-read meat thermometer into the side of each steak — 130 degrees for medium-rare or 140 degrees for medium doneness.
It is 1-inch thick slices of bacon that resemble a steak. If you are wondering how to cook bacon steaks there are a variety of methods. You can grill, pan fry or oven cook at 300°F for 10 minutes. The internal temperature should be 155°F and they are done!
Barding Basics & Tips. The technical term for wrapping food in a layer of fat to add flavor and moisture is “barding.” Bacon is commonly used because aside from its signature fat content, the flavor is sweet, salty, and smoky at the same time.
I have three ideas for wrapping food in bacon.
  1. You can wrap your food in raw bacon and then cook both together. ...
  2. But if you are like me and like crispy bacon then you might try to precook it first. ...
  3. Another great way to get that bacon flavor and crunch is to sauté the bacon first on your side burner.
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