Pepper Steak With Blue Cheese Leeks Recipe

Name: Pepper Steak With Blue Cheese Leeks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 leeks; ¼ cup olive oil; 3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled; 2 teaspoons black peppercorns; 2 teaspoons white peppercorns; 2 teaspoons pink peppercorns; 4 (9 ounce) sirloin steaks; 1 cup pouring cream; ¼ cup brandy; chervil, leaves to serve

Servings: persons

1
Three-quarters fill a large non-stick frying pan with water.
2
Bring to the boil over medium-high heat.
3
Trim leeks, leaving root tip intact.
4
Cut into quarters lengthways.
5
Rinse well.
6
Blanch leeks in water for 2 minutes or until just tender.
7
Drain well.
8
Place, cut side up, on a plate.
9
Heat a chargrill pan over medium heat.
10
Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil over leeks and season with salt and pepper.
11
Turn to coat in oil.
12
Grill leeks, in batches, for 2 to 3 minutes each side or until lightly browned.
13
Remove to plate.
14
Sprinkle with cheese.
15
Cover to keep warm.
16
Meanwhile, combine peppercorns in a mortar.
17
Using pestle, pound until coarsely ground.
18
Transfer ground pepper to a ceramic dish.
19
Lightly coat steaks, 1 at a time, with ground pepper.
20
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
21
Cook steaks, in batches, for 4 to 5 minutes each side for medium or until cooked to your liking.
22
Return all steaks to frying pan.
23
Add cream and brandy.
24
Cook, shaking pan back and forth, for 2 to 3 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly.
25
Arrange leeks and steaks on plates.
26
Spoon over sauce.
27
Top with chervil.
28
Serve.

697

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 leeks, ¼ cup olive oil, 3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled, 2 teaspoons black peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Pepper Steak With Blue Cheese Leeks falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pepper Steak With Blue Cheese Leeks

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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