BenKat’s Fillet Steak with Chips, Peppercorn Sauce and Salad

Well Done - 12 mins, Medium - 8 mins, Rare - 4 mins (depending on thickness). Pair with Cabernet Sauvignon

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Remove beef fillet from the fridge and bring to room temperature. Rub with olive oil on both sides, then sprinkle with salt. Place griddle pan in the hob and heat.

Step 2

Add chips to air fryer at 200* and cook for 8 mins After 8 mins, shake the chips to loosen them, and cook for a further 4-6 mins until crisp

Step 3

Put the steak in the griddle. Turn after 6 mins. After a further 6 minutes, check temperature - it should be at least 68 Celsius. Remove and leave to stand for a minute or so before serving.

Step 4

Put the steak in the griddle. Turn after 4 mins. After a further 4 minutes, check temperature - it should be at least 57-63 Celsius. Remove and leave to stand for a minute or so before serving.

Step 5

Put the steak in the griddle. Turn after 2 mins. After a further 2 minutes, check temperature - it should be 49-52 Celsius. Remove and leave to stand for a minute or so before serving.

Step 6

Cook shallots for 30 seconds until soft. Add coarsely ground black pepper for another 30 seconds until fragrant Add brandy and fry off for 1-2 mins Add beef stock and boil for 3-4 mins until reduced by about half, then add the whole peppercorns Add thickened cream, simmer for 3-4 mins until reduced by half and can coat the back of a spoon Serve

Step 7

Toss the salad in a little of the French Dressing Grate Parmesan over the top Serve