{"id":2503,"date":"2026-06-02T04:09:49","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T04:09:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/theflavorindex\/?p=2503"},"modified":"2026-06-02T04:09:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T04:09:50","slug":"steak-frites-juicy-steak-crispy-fries-perfect-dinner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/theflavorindex\/2026\/06\/02\/steak-frites-juicy-steak-crispy-fries-perfect-dinner\/","title":{"rendered":"Steak Frites (Juicy Steak + Crispy Fries = Perfect Dinner)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Steak frites is France’s greatest gift to hungry people. A beautifully seared steak. A mountain of crispy, salty fries. Garlic butter melting on top. That’s it. No fussy sauces. No weird techniques. Just meat and potatoes done right. Let’s cook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Serves 2.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the Steak:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • 2 steaks (ribeye, strip, or filet, about 8 oz \/ 225g each)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or vegetable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Flaky sea salt and cracked black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For the Fries:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • 2 large russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs \/ 680g)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Oil for frying (peanut or vegetable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Optional:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
        \n
      • B\u00e9arnaise sauce or compound herb butter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Step 1: Make Fries (Twice-Fried = Crispy)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
          \n
        1. Cut potatoes into \u00bc-inch sticks. Soak in cold water 30 minutes (removes starch). Drain and pat completely dry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Heat oil to 325\u00b0F (160\u00b0C). Fry potatoes in batches for 3\u20134 minutes until soft but not brown. Drain. (First fry)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Crank heat to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Fry again for 2\u20133 minutes until golden and crispy. Salt immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Step 2: Prep Steak<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
            \n
          1. Pat steaks completely dry. Salt generously. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Step 3: Sear Steak<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
              \n
            1. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Add oil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. Place steaks in the pan. Don’t touch for 2\u20133 minutes until a deep crust forms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            3. Flip. Add butter, garlic, and thyme. Cook 2\u20133 more minutes for medium-rare (130\u00b0F \/ 54\u00b0C internal).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            4. Spoon butter over the steaks constantly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Step 4: Rest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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              1. Transfer steaks to a cutting board. Rest 5\u201310 minutes (crucial!).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Step 5: Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                  \n
                1. Slice steak against the grain. Pile fries next to it. Spoon pan butter over everything. Crack pepper on top. Eat immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  Prep Time:<\/strong> 15 min + soak | Cook Time:<\/strong> 20 min | Total:<\/strong> 35 min + soak<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Yield:<\/strong> 2 servings | Difficulty:<\/strong> Medium (double-frying)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                  Don’t.<\/strong> Steak frites is a live show. Fries get sad. Steak overcooks. Make only what you’ll eat. If forced: reheat steak in a hot pan (30 seconds per side), fries in air fryer at 400\u00b0F for 3 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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