🥩 Steak Au Poivre
A French classic with bold flavors—tender steak coated in crushed peppercorns and smothered in a creamy, savory sauce.
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Steak:
2 beef tenderloin steaks (or sirloin steaks) 🥩
2 tbsp crushed black peppercorns 🌶️
1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1 tbsp butter 🧈
Salt, to taste 🧂
For the Sauce:
1/2 cup brandy (or cognac) 🍷
1/2 cup heavy cream 🥛
1/4 cup beef stock 🥣
1 tbsp Dijon mustard 🍯
1 tbsp butter 🧈
1/4 cup shallots, finely chopped 🧅
Fresh thyme, for garnish 🌿
👩🍳 Instructions:
Prepare the Steaks:
Press the crushed peppercorns into both sides of the steaks, seasoning with a little salt.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and cook to your preferred doneness (3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare). Remove steaks and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté the shallots until translucent.
Carefully add brandy (or cognac), and let it reduce for 1-2 minutes. Add beef stock, Dijon mustard, and cream, stirring to combine. Simmer until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Finish the Dish:
Return the steaks to the skillet and coat them in the sauce. Allow the steaks to rest in the sauce for another minute.
Serve:
Plate the steaks, pour the sauce over them, and garnish with fresh thyme. Serve with your favorite side dish.
✨ Rich, Creamy, and Full of Flavor! Steak Au Poivre is the perfect dish for an elegant dinner at home. 😋