Steak Frites with Bearnaise (Printable Format)
Master this French bistro classic at home with perfectly cooked ribeye steak, crispy double-fried potatoes, and rich homemade bearnaise sauce.
# What You'll Gather:
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1 shallot, finely diced.
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1-2 egg yolks.
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2.5 teaspoons red wine vinegar.
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2.5 teaspoons white wine.
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1.5 tablespoons fresh tarragon.
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1 teaspoon dried tarragon.
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1 tablespoon fresh chives, plus more for topping.
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8 oz unsalted butter, melted.
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2 squirts Tabasco.
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1/4 teaspoon white pepper.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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2-4 ribeye steaks.
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4 russet potatoes.
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Neutral oil for frying.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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Fresh parsley for garnish.
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Peel potatoes and cut into fries.
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Soak fries in ice water for 2 hours or overnight.
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Salt the ribeyes and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Heat oil to 275°F, fry potatoes 5-6 minutes until soft.
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Freeze fries 30-45 minutes.
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Melt butter, let cool.
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Cook shallot, tarragon, chives, vinegar, and wine until liquid absorbs.
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Let mixture cool.
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Whisk egg yolks with 2 tablespoons butter, herbs, white pepper, and Tabasco.
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Heat bowl over simmering water, whisk 2 minutes until thick.
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Slowly whisk in remaining butter.
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Let steaks reach room temperature.
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Sear steaks in hot cast iron, 3 minutes per side for medium rare.
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Rest steaks.
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Heat oil to 375°F, fry potatoes until golden.
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Season fries with salt and parsley.
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Serve sliced steak with bearnaise, chives, black pepper, and fries.
# Important Tips:
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Double-frying creates perfectly crispy fries.
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Make sure to whisk bearnaise constantly to prevent scrambling.
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Let steaks rest before slicing.