Prepare to elevate your dinner game with a restaurant-quality steak that will make your taste buds dance with delight! This Steak with Wild Mushroom Sauce isn't just a meal—it's a gourmet experience that transforms an ordinary evening into a luxurious dining adventure. Imagine tender, perfectly seared sirloin steaks draped in a rich, creamy wild mushroom sauce that promises to turn even the most ordinary weeknight into an extraordinary culinary celebration.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 sirloin steaks
- 1 cup assorted wild mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove steaks from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to reach room temperature, which ensures even cooking.
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels and season generously on both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Heat a heavy cast-iron skillet or grill pan over high heat until it's smoking hot.
- Add one tablespoon of butter to the pan and sear steaks for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, depending on thickness.
- Remove steaks from pan and let them rest on a cutting board, tented with aluminum foil, for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and add remaining butter and minced garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds.
- Add sliced wild mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine with mushrooms and scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Simmer sauce for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
- Slice steaks against the grain and plate, then generously spoon wild mushroom sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or thyme if desired, and serve immediately.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always let your steaks come to room temperature before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and perfect doneness.
- Invest in a Cast-Iron Skillet: For the most incredible sear and flavor development, a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet is your best friend.
- Pat Steaks Dry: Use paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve that coveted golden-brown crust.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook steaks in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and prevent steaming.
- Rest Your Meat: Allowing steaks to rest after cooking helps redistribute juices, ensuring a moist and tender result.
- Choose Fresh Mushrooms: Use a mix of wild mushrooms like shiitake, oyster, or porcini for a more complex flavor profile.
- Watch Your Cream Sauce: Simmer gently to prevent separation and achieve the perfect consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 670kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 53g
Fat: 51g
Saturated Fat: 28g
Cholesterol: 220mg
