
How a Master French Chef Makes Steak Frites At Home | Fundamental French Cooking | Bon Appétit

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Learn how to make steak au poivre with frites with Chef Alexia Duchêne. This classic French bistro dish is a fundamental of French cuisine, pairing a perfectly seared steak with a rich, creamy peppercorn sauce and crisp fries. Master essential techniques like building a pan sauce, cooking a juicy, flavorful steak, and double-frying potatoes for golden, crispy fries so you can deliver restaurant-quality results at home.
00:00 Intro
00:22 Potato Prep
02:10 Blanch Fries
02:41 Sauce Prep
04:51 Oil Prep
05:42 Steak Prep
07:08 First Frites Fry
08:05 Cooking Steak
10:55 Cooking Sauce
14:12 Second Frites Fry
15:28 Plating
