Loaded Steak Frites

Directions

  1. 1Slice steak (tenderloin or sirloin) into large cubes.
  2. 2Season steak cubes with SPG (salt, pepper, garlic mix).
  3. 3Get a pan sizzling hot, then add oil.
  4. 4Add steak into the smoky hot pan.
  5. 5Remove steak from the pan once it's nicely crusted.
  6. 6Grind down peppercorns in a mortar and pestle.
  7. 7Drop the heat in the same pan to low and add ground peppercorns.
  8. 8Add beef stock to the pan.
  9. 9Scrape all the juicy bits from the pan.
  10. 10Pour in heavy cream.
  11. 11Give the sauce a quick mix and watch it come to a light bubble.
  12. 12As the sauce thickens, drop the heat and grate lots of Parmesan cheese into it.
  13. 13Transfer fries into a bowl.
  14. 14Optionally add truffle oil to the fries.
  15. 15Add fresh cilantro to the fries.
  16. 16Grate Parmesan cheese over the fries.
  17. 17Top the fries with the beautifully juicy steak pieces.
  18. 18Hit the dish with a healthy layer of chives.
  19. 19Smother the steak and fries with the beautiful sauce.
  20. 20Serve and enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs steak (tenderloin or sirloin)
  • 2 tsp SPG (salt pepper garlic mix)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 tsp whole peppercorns, grounded
  • 0.25 cup beef stock
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 2 oz Parmesan cheese
  • 3 large russets
  • 0.5 tsp truffle oil
  • cilantro
  • Parmesan
  • chives

Equipment

cutting boardknifepanplatemortar and pestlewooden spoongraterbowlpitcher

Tips

  • If the heat is too high, the cheese will separate from the sauce.
  • You can use frozen fries instead of making them from scratch.
  • Use a lean steak like tenderloin or sirloin.
  • Drop the heat in the pan to low when adding peppercorns.
  • Scrape all the juicy bits from the pan to enhance the sauce flavor.
  • Garnish with chives for added freshness and flavor.
  • Add truffle oil to the fries for an optional flavor boost.
  • Add cilantro and Parmesan to fries to taste.
  • Smother the steak and fries with the beautiful sauce for an ultimate loaded experience.
  • You can eat fries everyday for the rest of your life.
  • The steak should be cooked until nicely crusted.
  • The sauce should come to a light bubble and thicken up before adding cheese.
  • Make sure to drop the heat before adding Parmesan cheese to prevent separation from the sauce.
  • Season the steak with SPG for a flavorful base.
  • The pan should be sizzling hot before adding oil and steak for a good sear.
  • After adding beef stock, scrape all the juicy bits from the pan to incorporate them into the sauce.
  • Give the heavy cream a quick mix to integrate it into the sauce base.
  • Season the fries with truffle oil, cilantro, and Parmesan for enhanced flavor.
  • Top the fries with beautifully juicy steak pieces.
  • Garnish the loaded steak and fries with a healthy layer of chives for fresh aroma and taste.
  • Smother all ingredients with the beautiful sauce for a rich, creamy, and satisfying dish.
  • Enjoy the dish with utmost satisfaction, as it promises to be absolutely delicious with every bite.
  • When cooking steak, ensure it gets a nice crust before removing it from the pan.
  • Remember to season the fries with cilantro and parmesan according to your taste preferences.
  • The truffle oil is an optional ingredient, so feel free to adjust or omit it as desired.
  • The sauce should thicken up slightly before you add the parmesan cheese.
  • If you prefer, you can use fresh russet potatoes for the fries instead of frozen ones.
  • The beef stock helps to deglaze the pan and enhance the flavor of the sauce.
  • Be sure to use good quality ingredients for the best possible taste.
  • Do not overcook the steak; it should be juicy and tender.
  • The parmesan cheese adds a rich, savory depth to the sauce, so don't skimp on it.
  • The chives provide a fresh, oniony note that balances the richness of the steak and sauce.
  • When grinding peppercorns, aim for a coarse grind to release their full flavor.
  • The oil should be smoking hot before you add the steak pieces to the pan.