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Steak Frites with Cowboy Butter

1 h 15 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€€€
from @cooking_with.kian24 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • russet potatoes (peeled, cut into shoestring strips)Produce3 pieces
  • ice water (for rinsing the potatoes)Other1.9 litres
  • vegetable oil (for frying)Pantry1.7 litres
  • kosher salt (for seasoning the fries)Spices15 g
  • unsalted butter (for the cowboy butter)Dairy226 g
  • lemon (zest and juice)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (cloves, minced finely)Produce6 pieces
  • dijon mustardPantry30 ml
  • smoked paprikaSpices8 g
  • cayenne pepper powderSpices3 g
  • fresh parsley (finely chopped)Produce12 g
  • chives (thinly sliced)Produce8 g
  • fresh horseradish (grated)Produce10 g
  • worcestershire saucePantry10 ml
  • black pepper (to taste)Spices3 g
  • ribeye or new york steaks (at least 1 inch thick)Meat2 pieces
  • avocado oilPantry30 ml
  • unsalted butter (for basting the steak)Dairy56 g
  • garlic (cloves, smashed)Produce3 pieces
  • fresh thyme (small bunch)Produce1 piece
  • fresh rosemary (sprigs)Produce3 pieces
  • flaky salt (for garnish)Spices3 g

per serving

Nutrition

1,025kcal

Carbs
33 g
Proteins
33 g
Fat
85 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking tray
  • Cooling rack
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Prepare the potatoes

    • Peel the potatoes and cut them into planks, then slice the planks lengthwise into shoestring strips.
    • In a large bowl, cover the sliced potatoes with ice water and mix well to rinse off the starch.
    • Line a sheet tray with a towel, spread the potatoes on top and dry them very thoroughly.
    Step 1

  2. First fry the potatoes

    • In a medium pot, heat the vegetable oil to 325°F.
    • Fry the potatoes in batches until cooked through but not golden, about 2 to 3 minutes.
    • Drain on a wire rack and repeat with the remaining potatoes.
    Step 2

  3. Make the cowboy butter

    • In a small pot over low heat, gently melt the butter.
    • Once melted, add the lemon zest and juice, garlic, dijon, smoked paprika, cayenne, parsley, chives, horseradish, salt and pepper.
    • Mix to combine and keep over very low heat until needed, without letting it break.
    Step 3

  4. Prep the steak

    • Pat the steak very dry with a paper towel.
    • Season the steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
    Step 4

  5. Cook the steak

    • Heat a 10 inch frying pan over medium high heat, then add the avocado oil followed by the steaks.
    • Press firmly into the pan for full contact and cook until a deep golden crust forms, then flip.
    • Turn the heat to medium and add the butter, garlic, thyme and rosemary.
    • Tilt the pan so the butter pools and repeatedly baste the steak until cooked to your desired doneness, then remove to a wire rack.
    Step 5

  6. Rest the steak and second fry the potatoes

    • Rest the steak for at least 8 minutes.
    • Heat the oil to 375°F and fry the potatoes just until golden, about 2 minutes.
    • Remove to a wire rack and season generously with kosher salt.
    Step 6

  7. Slice and serve

    • Slice the rested steak ½ inch thick.
    • On a plate, add the sliced steak slightly offset and fan it out.
    • Add a generous amount of fries on the side and generously drizzle the cowboy butter over the steak.
    • Garnish with sliced chives and enjoy.
    Step 7
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