Description
Indulge in a restaurant-quality experience at home with Cast Iron Bavette Steak drizzled in a decadent Whiskey Garlic Cream Sauce. This dish features a juicy, perfectly seared steak complemented by a rich, creamy sauce that elevates any weeknight dinner into a memorable occasion. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, this recipe is simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Bavette Steak
- 4 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Whiskey (bourbon or rye)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Beef Broth
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat your cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until smoking hot.
- Season the bavette steak generously with salt and pepper.
- Add olive oil to the skillet and sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Let it rest afterward.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Carefully add whiskey (watch for flames) followed by beef broth. Scrape up browned bits and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and let simmer until thickened (about 3 minutes). Serve the steak drizzled with sauce and garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment by substituting whiskey with brandy or adding sautéed mushrooms to the sauce. Letting the steak rest after cooking will enhance its tenderness.