Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 slice

Steak beef

(1.5 - 2 cm thick)

2 piece

Beef tallow

2 clove

Garlic

1 unit

Salt and pepper

1 tbsp

Brandy

100 ml

Ponzu

2 tsp

Mirin

1.33 tbsp

Onion

grated

2 unit

Potatoes

5 unit

Watercress

2 pats

Butter

Step 1
~2 min

Take the beef out of the refrigerator at least an hour before cooking to bring to room temperature.

Step 2
~2 min

Wash the potatoes and remove the eyes.

Step 3
~2 min

Arrange potatoes on a plate, wrap with plastic wrap, and microwave at 600 W for 4-4:30 minutes until easily pierced with a skewer.

Step 4
~2 min

Prepare a lid and damp kitchen towel next to the frying pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Mix the steak sauce ingredients together in a container.

Step 6
~2 min

Heat a frying pan over medium heat and melt the beef tallow.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the mashed garlic to the pan and stir-fry until fragrant.

Step 8
~2 min

Adjust the heat to prevent garlic from burning.

Step 9
~2 min

Sprinkle the steak with salt and pepper just before cooking.

Step 10
~2 min

When the beef tallow has dissolved and the garlic begins to brown, remove both from the pan and increase the heat to high.

Step 11
~2 min

Fry the side of the steak that will be served facing up until browned.

Step 12
~2 min

Flip the steak and cook the other side until browned, then turn off the heat.

Step 13
~2 min

Press the damp towel onto the bottom of the pan to reduce the heat.

Step 14
~2 min

Cover the pan with the lid and steam over low heat for about 1 minute for 2 cm thick steaks.

Step 15
~2 min

Return the heat to high and remove the lid.

Step 16
~2 min

Flambé the steak with brandy.

Step 17
~2 min

Turn off the heat and remove the steak from the pan.

Step 18
~2 min

Turn the heat back on.

Step 19
~2 min

Add the prepared steak sauce to the pan and mix with the remaining steak juices.

Step 20
~2 min

Heat the sauce until just before boiling.

Step 21
~2 min

Transfer the steak and sauce to a plate and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak is cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Steak sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted vegetables.

Serve with mashed potatoes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Asparagus
Creamed spinach

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Western

Cultural Significance

Steak is a popular dish in many Western cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Date night
Special occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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