A South Florida chef adds a French flair to a classic meal. It’s time to grab a Bite With Belkys.

The Chef: Frederic Joulin
The Restaurant: Semilla, Miami Beach
The Dish: Steak Frites with Peppercorn Sauce

Ingredients:
4 New York Strip Steak (6 to 8 oz) or Filet Mignon
Salt
1 tbsp Coarsely Cracked Black Pepper
2 Garlic Cloves
1 Bunch of Fresh Thyme and 2 Bay Leaves
1 tbsp of Vegetable oil
1 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp of Cognac
1 Cup of Beef Stock
1 Cup of Heavy Cream
French Fries

Method of Preparation:

  • Season steak with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over med-high, add the garlic cloves and cook steaks until a beautiful golden brown color.
  • Turn them after 3 or 4 minutes to get the same color.
  • Add the butter, thyme & bay leaves for 3-4 minutes to get the desired temperature.
  • Flambée with cognac, then remove the steak from the skillet (let rest) and add the beef stock to the skillet and reduce for about 3 minutes.
  • Add the heavy cream to the reduction for also 3-4 minutes (until sauce coats spoon).

To Plate:

  • Slice steak and add to plate, then serve with fries. Drizzle sauce over steak.

Semilla
1330 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.semillamiami.com
(305) 674-6522

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