Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Peppercorn Steaks, a dish that effortlessly transforms any dinner into a gourmet experience. This recipe features perfectly seared steaks coated in a creamy pepper sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or treating yourself to a cozy night in, these steaks are simple yet impressive.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 good-sized steaks (1/2 to 1 pound each)
- Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or canola oil
- 3 tablespoons cracked black peppercorns
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots or onions
- 1/4 cup cognac or brandy
- 1 cup beef broth or stock
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
Instructions
- Salt the steaks generously on both sides and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Add oil until it shimmers.
- Sear the steaks for about 4 minutes without moving them. Flip and cook until desired doneness is reached.
- Transfer steaks to a baking sheet, tent with foil, and prepare the sauce in the same skillet.
- Sauté shallots until translucent, deglaze with cognac, then add beef broth and reduce until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream and parsley, then pour over the steaks before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg