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Steak Frites with Peppercorn Sauce

50 minServes 2Nutri-Score C€€€
from @alexrioscooks8 imports0 cooked
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Ingredients

2 people
  • ribeye steak (pat dry with paper towel)Other2 pieces
  • salt (to taste)Spices4 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices3 g
  • unsalted butter (for basting)Dairy75 g
  • avocado oil (high smoke point)Pantry30 ml
  • garlic (whole cloves, smashed)Produce5 pieces
  • thyme (sprigs (or rosemary))Produce4 pieces
  • shallot (finely diced)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (cloves, minced)Produce3 pieces
  • black peppercorns (finely smashed)Spices6 g
  • cognac (or rum, for deglazing)Beverages45 ml
  • beef brothPantry60 ml
  • heavy creamDairy80 ml
  • Dijon mustardPantry5 g
  • Worcestershire saucePantry10 ml
  • lemon juice (freshly squeezed)Produce10 ml
  • russet potato (cut into desired shape)Produce3 pieces
  • oil (for coating fries)Pantry30 ml
  • seasoning (of your choice)Spices5 g
  • Parmesan (finely grated)Dairy40 g
  • garlic powderSpices5 g
  • parsley (chopped)Produce10 g

per serving

Nutrition

1,338kcal

Carbs
73 g
Proteins
65 g
Fat
88 g

step by step

Method

  1. Prep the steak

    • Remove any excess moisture from the steaks by drying them with a paper towel.
    • Season heavily with salt and pepper on all sides.
    Step 1

  2. Sear the steak

    • Blast a pan on high heat and open your windows and turn on your fans.
    • Add a high-temp oil or fat and begin searing.
    • Once the fat cap has rendered, lay the steaks down evenly to ensure a nice crust.
    • Sear on all sides, including the fat cap.
    Step 2

  3. Baste with butter, garlic and thyme

    • Drop the heat and toss in a whole bunch of butter along with the whole garlic cloves and thyme (or rosemary).
    • Once the butter is foaming, start basting the steak.
    • For a perfect medium steak, remove at about 130°F and let it rest.
    Step 3

  4. Soak and dry the fries

    • Cut the potatoes into your desired shape.
    • Give them a cold plunge (ice bath) for at least 20 minutes to remove the excess starch.
    • Dry them thoroughly.
    Step 4

  5. Air fry the fries

    • Toss the dried potatoes in oil and seasonings of your choice.
    • Air fry at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
    Step 5

  6. Finish the fries

    • Toss the crispy fries with a mountain of Parmesan, a generous amount of garlic powder and parsley.
    Step 6

  7. Make the peppercorn sauce

    • In the same pan you cooked the steak, throw in butter and sauté the shallots, garlic and smashed peppercorns until softened and fragrant.
    • Deglaze with cognac or rum until most of it evaporates.
    • Add the beef broth and heavy cream along with the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce and a squeeze of lemon juice.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste and simmer until slightly thickened.
    Step 7

  8. Serve

    • Slice the rested steak and serve with the fries and peppercorn sauce.
    Step 8
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