STEAK WITH PEPPERCORN SAUCE (STEAK AU POIVRE)

STEAK WITH PEPPERCORN SAUCE (STEAK AU POIVRE)

A delicious Steak with Peppercorn Sauce (Steak au Poivre) which can be made in 30 minutes! Use beef fillet or filet mignon for a delicious treat with this easy and creamy peppercorn sauce.

INGREDIENTS

For the Beef

• 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
• approx 800g (2 lb) beef fillet, cut into 4 large medallions (see Kitchen Notes)
• sea salt
• freshly ground pepper

For the Peppercorn Sauce

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 60 ml (1/4 cup) brandy or cognac
• 250 ml (1 cup) chicken stock or beef stock
• 200 ml (3/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons) double cream (heavy cream) or soya cream (see Kitchen Notes)
• 3–4 tablespoons green peppercorns in brine, drained (or more, to taste)
• 3 teaspoons cornflour (cornstarch)
• parsley, finely chopped.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat the oil in a large frying pan which can fit all of the pieces of beef comfortably.
2. Season each piece of beef with salt and pepper. (See Kitchen Notes)
3. Sear each piece of beef over medium-high heat until you have a nice golden crust on each side. This should take about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare meat. If you like your beef more well-done, cook it for longer. (See Kitchen Notes).

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