Steak with mustard sauce
4 servings
25 minutes
Steak with mustard sauce is the embodiment of French culinary sophistication. The rich flavor of juicy beef pairs beautifully with the velvety sauce, where cream and Dijon mustard create a subtle yet expressive spiciness. A light hint of cognac adds exquisite depth, making each serving a true gastronomic masterpiece. This recipe harks back to classic French techniques, where attention to detail and harmony of ingredients turn food into art. Perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion when you want to indulge in the rich taste and aroma of true culinary perfection.
1
Rub the steaks with salt and pepper. Heat butter in a pan over high heat. Place the meat in the heated pan and cook to your desired doneness.
- Beef steak: 4 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Unsalted butter: 1 tablespoon
2
Place the cooked meat on plates. Drain the oil and fat from the pan, leaving 1 tablespoon.
- Unsalted butter: 1 tablespoon
3
Pour 4 1/2 tbsp of cognac into the pan, scrape off the stuck bits from the bottom, and place it over medium heat. Add cream and mustard, season with salt and pepper. Cook while stirring actively until the sauce becomes a homogeneous mass.
- Cognac: 5 tablespoon
- Heavy cream: 1 glass
- Dijon mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Pour in the remaining cognac. Drizzle the steaks with sauce, sprinkle with parsley and black pepper, and serve. Enjoy your meal!
- Cognac: 5 tablespoon
- Chopped parsley: 30 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste