Filet mignon is a cut of meat taken from the 'center' and 'butt' thirds of beef tenderloin, or psoas major of an animal carcass. In French it can refer to the tenderloin of several animals but is mostly used to refer to cuts of pork tenderloin.

Is filet mignon fatty?

Filet Mignon

Although it is the smallest steak, tenderloin is the most expensive piece of cut in steakhouses most probably because it is the tenderest and has less fat content, making it ideal for most occasions. This boneless steak is cut from the short loin and sirloin areas located below the ribs of a cow.

Is filet mignon lean or fatty?

Always go for cuts of beef that are over 93 percent lean. The healthiest cuts are 95 to 97 percent lean. 2. If opting for a steak, choose flank, tenderloin, sirloin, filet mignon or top round roast.