Ingredients
For the Steaks:
- Sirloin steaks
- Unsalted butter (melted)
- Salt and pepper
- Vegetable oil
For the Cream Sauce:
- Unsalted butter
- Shallots, finely minced
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Beef stock
- Heavy cream
- Whole grain mustard
- Salt and pepper
For the Colcannon:
- Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- Curly kale, chopped
- Green onions, diced
- Unsalted butter
- Whole milk
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
1. Marinate the Steaks:
- Coat sirloin steaks in melted butter, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
2. Prepare the Colcannon:
- Boil potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- In a separate pan, melt butter, add kale, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until wilted.
- Stir in green onions and cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Drain potatoes and mash them with the butter, kale, green onions, and milk until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper, then cover to keep warm.
3. Cook the Steaks:
- Let steaks sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Season steaks with salt and pepper, then sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove steaks and let them rest while preparing the sauce.
4. Make the Cream Sauce:
- Reduce heat to medium, melt butter, and sauté shallots and garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in beef stock, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and whole grain mustard, simmering until thickened (5-7 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve:
- Plate a scoop of colcannon, top with seared steak, and drizzle with creamy sauce.
Notes
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Storage & Reheating:
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of broth or cream.
- Freezing: Not recommended, as the cream sauce and mashed potatoes may change texture.
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Cooking Tip: Let steaks rest before slicing to retain juices and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Searing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Irish