Steak Au Poivre Vert Recipe
Description: This steak au poivre vert recipe holds a special place in my heart as it was the first meal I ever prepared for my husband. Using green peppercorns packed in brine adds a unique flavor to this dish. Adapted from a recipe in Jr. League of San Francisco’s “San Francisco a la Carte.”
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 383
- Fat Content: 31.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 18.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 108.8mg
- Sodium Content: 429.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 3.7g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 0.6g
- Protein Content: 1.9g
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | heavy cream |
| 2 | beef bouillon cubes |
| 1-2 | fresh lemon juice |
| 2 | salt |
| 1 | dry sherry |
| 1/2 | brandy |
| 3 | green peppercorns |
| 1/2 | oil |
| 4 | filet mignon steaks |
Instructions:
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Prepare Cream Reduction:
- In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, cook the heavy cream, stirring fairly frequently until it reduces to approximately 1 cup. This should take about 20 minutes. Ensure to use a large enough pan to prevent overflow.
- The cream should become thick. Once thickened, set it in the refrigerator to cool.
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Cook the Steaks:
- In a skillet large enough to hold the filet mignon steaks in a single layer, heat the oil until it is hot.
- Cook the steaks for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until desired doneness is achieved. Once cooked, set them aside and keep warm, such as in the oven at a low temperature.
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Deglaze the Skillet:
- Pour off any excess fat from the skillet and deglaze it with brandy. Set aside for later use.
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Prepare the Peppercorn Sauce:
- To the cooled cream, add the beef bouillon cubes, fresh lemon juice, salt, and dry sherry. Stir constantly and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and add the deglazing liquid from the skillet along with the green peppercorns.
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Final Assembly:
- Reheat the peppercorn sauce if necessary.
- Pour a small amount of the sauce over each steak.
- Serve the remaining sauce in a gravy boat for guests to add as desired.
This Steak Au Poivre Vert recipe is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner at home. Enjoy the tender filet mignon bathed in a rich and creamy peppercorn sauce! 🥩✨
