Courtney Roulston's perfect steak frites for a cozy date night
If you want to surprise your significant other with a romantic gesture, you don't have to buy tickets to Paris. Courtney Roulston, a well-known chef and TV personality, shares a recipe for a romantic dinner. Just a few ingredients are needed to create a true feast for the palate.
Courtney Roulston, known for her roles on shows such as "MasterChef" and "Farm To Fork," suggests a special dish for Valentine's Day. This time, she prepares a classic French dish: steak frites, or steak with fries. The key to success is choosing high-quality ingredients. Opt for potatoes with a high starch content, preferably type B or C. Buy the meat at a trusted store. The best cut for steaks is beef tenderloin.
A simple recipe for a romantic dinner
Courtney emphasizes how easy it is to prepare this classic dish for your loved one. The steak is served with a simple salad featuring an aromatic Dijon mustard dressing.
Ingredients for steak with fries for 2 people
Ingredients:
- 4 medium potatoes, cut into sticks about 1/4 inch thick,
- 1/4 cup (2 oz) olive oil,
- Sea salt and pepper to taste,
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano,
- 1 package (1 lb) beef tenderloin (remove from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking),
- 1.5 oz butter, cubed,
- 2 cloves of garlic in skins, gently crushed,
- 6 sprigs of fresh thyme.
Simple salad:
- 1 package of salad mix with lamb's lettuce,
- 4 radishes, sliced,
- 1 tablespoon white or red wine vinegar,
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard,
- 1 teaspoon honey,
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil,
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives.
Preparation method:
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the sliced potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, drizzle with olive oil (1.5 oz), and add a pinch of salt and oregano. Gently mix, then bake for 30-40 minutes until golden and crispy.
Step 2: Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel, season with a pinch of salt, and rub with the remaining 0.5 oz of olive oil. Heat a large pan over medium heat and cook the steaks for 3 minutes on one side until browned. Flip the steaks, add butter, garlic, and thyme. Tilt the pan and baste the steaks with the butter for 2-3 minutes until aromatic and cooked to your liking. Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest on a wooden board for 3-4 minutes. Reserve the garlic-thyme butter as it will be needed shortly.
Step 3: Mix vinegar, mustard, honey, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss the salad and radishes in the dressing, then transfer to a bowl.
Step 4: Slice the steaks and arrange them on a plate. Add the fries from the oven and top with the garlic-thyme butter. Serve with the simple salad on the side.
Courtney Roulston shows that preparing a romantic dinner doesn't have to be complicated. Thanks to her recipe, anyone can surprise their Valentine with a delicious French dish.
