Steak au Poivre
Steak au Poivre is a quintessential French dish that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. This recipe features succulent steaks coated in a peppery crust, served with a luxurious creamy sauce that perfectly balances the heat of black pepper. Ideal for date nights or special gatherings, Steak au Poivre is not only impressive in flavor but also quick to prepare in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) filet mignon or ribeye steaks
- Salt (to taste)
- 2–3 tbsp cracked black peppercorns
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 shallot (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup brandy or cognac
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Generously season the steaks with salt and press cracked black peppercorns into both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- Once cooked to your liking, remove the steaks and let them rest covered with foil for about 5 minutes.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté shallots until translucent. Add brandy, scraping the pan for flavor; reduce by half.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
- Slice the steak against the grain, drizzle with sauce, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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