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Dirty Steak

Cultural Context

Dirty Steak, also known as Steak au Poivre, hails from French cuisine, where it embodies the art of elevating simple ingredients through bold flavors. Traditionally, the dish showcases the robust taste of black pepper, which is a hallmark of French cooking. In modern times, variations have emerged globally, with cooks adapting the recipe to local tastes and available ingredients, making it a beloved choice in steakhouses worldwide.

FrenchEEmain
45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs steak
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup fresh herbs
1 tablespoon mustard
1 cup red wine
1 cup beef broth
2 shallots
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork chop

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: cooking wine

Grape juice offers a non-alcoholic option.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be more affordable.

1

Season steak generously with salt and crushed black peppercorns on both sides.

2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

3

Add the steak to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

4

Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board.

5

In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

6

Add chopped shallots and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

7

Pour in red wine, scraping up any browned bits, and simmer for 3-4 minutes.

8

Stir in beef broth and simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.

9

Add heavy cream and simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

10

Finish the sauce with a squeeze of lemon juice and fresh herbs to taste.

11

Slice the steak against the grain and serve with the sauce drizzled on top.

Cooking Techniques

searingsautéingdeglazing

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Steak au PoivrePepper Steak

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