French Black Pepper Steak

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Take the steak out of the freezer and let it thaw naturally. Use a dry towel to absorb the blood and thawed moisture.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Sprinkle the beef with a suitable amount of salt and black pepper, coat the surface evenly with olive oil, and marinate 15 minutes.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Heat a pan over low heat, melt the butter, and add a suitable amount of olive oil.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add diced onions and minced garlic, and sauté over low heat until fragrant.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Add 100 of water, 1 tablespoon of black pepper sauce, half a tablespoon of oyster sauce, and a suitable amount of dark soy sauce, and bring to a boil.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   While stirring the sauce, pour in cornstarch slurry to thicken it.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Heat a frying pan, then pour in some butter and olive oil.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Heat the oil to about 70-80% of its maximum temperature, then add the marinated steak. Sear each side for one minute over high heat, then reduce to medium heat and sear each side for one and a half minutes (until medium-rare, depending on the flame and the size of the steak).

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Plate and garnish, then drizzle the steak with sauce. Wipe your drool, sip some red wine, and enjoy!