Whisky Beef Tenderloin with Crispy Fries
Sear beef tenderloin until golden, then finish in a buttery whisky-cream sauce. Serve with crispy oven fries for a Spanish-inspired weeknight dinner that feels fancy but takes 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 720
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch fries, pat dry, toss with oil and salt, spread on a sheet pan, and bake at 425°F for 15 minutes.
Step 2
Pat beef steaks dry and season generously on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 4
Sear steaks 90 seconds per side without moving. They should be golden brown and centers still medium-rare.
Step 5
Remove steaks to a plate. Add garlic to the pan and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in whisky and scrape up browned bits.
Step 6
Simmer whisky 1 minute to reduce slightly, then stir in cream and butter until melted and smooth.
Step 7
Return steaks to the pan, spoon sauce over them, and cook 30 seconds to warm through.
Step 8
Serve steaks with sauce and crispy fries on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- heavy 12-inch skillet
- knife and cutting board
- paper towels
- wooden spoon or spatula
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