Steak Au Poivre, a classic French dish renowned for its rich flavors and tender meat, is a culinary masterpiece that elevates any mealtime experience. With its succulent beef tenderloin bathed in a delectable peppercorn sauce, this dish is a celebration of taste and texture.
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Description: A savory delight, Steak Au Poivre beckons to be savored with every bite. Enhancing the sauce’s quantity ensures an ample supply to complement the juicy steak, while judiciously adjusting the mustard levels prevents it from overpowering the palate.
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Very Low Carbs, High Protein, High In…, < 60 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 441.5
- Fat Content: 31.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 127.8mg
- Sodium Content: 133.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.6g
- Fiber Content: 0.7g
- Sugar Content: 0.5g
- Protein Content: 31.2g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
- 4 beef tenderloin steaks
- 2 tablespoons brandy
- 1/3 cup beef broth
- 1/3 cup whipping cream
- 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
Instructions:
- Press cracked black pepper onto both sides of the beef tenderloin steaks, ensuring an even coating.
- In a skillet, heat a small amount of oil or butter over medium-high heat. Cook the steaks until they reach a slightly under desired doneness, then remove and keep them warm.
- Reserve the drippings in the skillet.
- In a separate bowl, combine the brandy (or additional beef broth), whipping cream, beef broth, and Dijon mustard.
- Slowly pour this mixture into the skillet with the reserved drippings, ensuring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes or until the sauce has reduced slightly.
- If desired, thicken the sauce with a cornstarch and water mixture.
- Return the cooked steaks to the skillet, allowing them to warm through and coat well with the flavorful sauce, turning them a few times during the process.
- Once warmed, serve the Steak Au Poivre immediately, ensuring to spoon extra sauce over each serving for maximum enjoyment.
Cook’s Tips:
- For an added flavor dimension, consider using a mixture of green, black, and pink peppercorns.
- Ensure that the skillet is not overcrowded when cooking the steaks to promote even cooking and optimal browning.
- To control the sauce’s thickness, adjust the amount of cornstarch and water mixture added gradually until the desired consistency is achieved.
Indulge in the gastronomic delight of Steak Au Poivre, a dish that tantalizes the taste buds and leaves a lasting impression with its exquisite flavors and tender meat.
