Description
Indulge in a classic French bistro favorite with this Steak Frites Au Poivre recipe. Tender ribeye or NY strip steaks are coated in a peppercorn crust and served with a rich, creamy pepper sauce alongside crispy oven-baked frites. A truly satisfying and flavorful meal!
Ingredients
Scale
For the steak:
- 2 boneless ribeye or NY strip steaks (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns (coarsely crushed)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot (minced)
- 1/4 cup cognac or brandy
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
For the frites:
- 2 large russet potatoes (cut into thin fries)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Start with the frites: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the potato fries with vegetable oil and a pinch of salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Meanwhile, pat the steaks dry and season both sides generously with salt and the crushed peppercorns, pressing them into the meat.
- Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steaks for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness. Remove steaks from the pan and let rest.
- Reduce heat to medium, add butter and shallots to the same pan, and sauté for 1–2 minutes. Carefully add cognac (away from flame) and let it simmer for about 1 minute to reduce slightly. Stir in the cream and cook for 2–3 more minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Return the steaks to the pan briefly to warm and coat with sauce.
- Serve each steak topped with the creamy pepper sauce alongside crispy frites. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispy frites, soak the potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before baking.
- You can also use an air fryer for faster results.
- This dish pairs beautifully with a light red wine or sparkling water with lemon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing and Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with frites
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
