Description
Classic French-style Steak Frites featuring juicy ribeye steaks seared to perfection and served with crispy oven-baked fries. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, rosemary, and buttery basting to deliver rich flavor in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Steak
- 2 ribeye steaks (or preferred cut)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
Fries
- 1 lb potatoes, peeled & cut into fries
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the fries to a perfect crispy texture.
- Prepare and Bake Fries: Toss the cut potatoes with olive oil and salt, ensuring an even coating. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer to promote even cooking. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through, until they become golden brown and crispy.
- Season the Steaks: While the fries bake, generously season both sides of the ribeye steaks with salt and black pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it is hot and shimmering, ready for searing.
- Sear the Steaks: Place the steaks in the hot skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness. Adjust cooking time if you prefer your steak more or less cooked.
- Add Aromatics and Butter: In the last minute of cooking, add butter, smashed garlic cloves, and rosemary sprigs to the pan to infuse the steaks with rich aromas and flavors.
- Baste the Steaks: Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to scoop up the melted butter, continuously spooning it over the steaks to baste them and keep them moist.
- Rest the Steaks: Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring the steak remains tender and juicy.
- Serve: Plate the rested steaks alongside the crispy fries. For extra flavor, serve with béarnaise, garlic aioli, or peppercorn sauce as desired.
Notes
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the best searing results.
- Adjust steak cooking times to your preferred doneness—medium rare is about 130-135°F internal temperature.
- Peeling potatoes ensures even cooking and a crispier fry.
- Allowing steaks to rest after cooking improves juiciness.
- Optional sauces like béarnaise or peppercorn enhance the classic steak frites experience.