Description
Indulge in a culinary delight with this Cast Iron Bavette Steak with Whiskey Garlic Cream Sauce. This recipe transforms a simple cut of beef into an unforgettable dish featuring a perfectly seared Bavette steak drizzled with a rich and creamy whiskey-infused garlic sauce. In just 40 minutes, you can create a gourmet meal that impresses guests or elevates your weeknight dinners. With straightforward instructions and accessible ingredients, both novice cooks and seasoned chefs can enjoy the sophisticated flavors this dish offers. Pair it with classic sides like mashed potatoes or fresh vegetables for a complete dining experience that feels truly special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Bavette steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup whiskey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the steak from the fridge 20 minutes before cooking. Pat dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the steak for 4–5 minutes per side until medium-rare (130°F).
- Let the steak rest for 5–10 minutes.
- In the same skillet, lower heat and melt butter. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in whiskey, scraping the pan for flavor bits, and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Slice the steak against the grain, plate it, and drizzle with sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg