How to Make Brandy Flamed Peppercorn Steak - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brandy flamed peppercorn steak is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner at home. The combination of tender steak, fiery peppercorns, and the rich flavor of brandy create a luxurious and mouthwatering meal that is sure to impress your guests or loved ones.

This recipe is not only delicious, but it also has a certain sense of showmanship, as the brandy is flamed in the pan, creating a dramatic flame that adds flair to the cooking pro...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons crushed black peppercorns
  • 2 (8-ounce) beef top sirloin steaks
  • 1 tablespoon lemon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup red wine
  • 3 tablespoons brandy
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • 1 shallot, chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 2 steaks

  • Press crushed peppercorns into both sides of each steak. Sprinkle with lemon pepper and salt.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic and wine and cook for 1 minute. Arrange steaks in pan and cook until desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side. Reduce heat to low.
  • Pour brandy onto steaks and carefully light with a match. Let the flames burn off. Sprinkle green onion and shallot around steaks, and circle steaks with cream. Cook, stirring sauce, until hot. Transfer steaks to plates. Stir sugar into sauce and then spoon over meat.
  • Nutrition

    490 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 139mg
    • Sodium: 1089mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 68mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 437mg