Beef trencher
Prep
1h
15m
Cook
15m
serves
4
'Trencher' is a British term that dates back to medieval times, when a piece of crusty bread was used as a vessel to serve food.
Ingredients (12)
- 4 thyme sprigs, leaves picked
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup (80ml) olive oil
- 800g piece skirt steak
- 100g creme fraiche or sour cream
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup (80ml) beef stock
- 1/3 cup (80ml) red wine
- 30g unsalted butter
- Large ciabatta loaf, split, lightly toasted
- 50g rocket leaves
- 1/2 red onion, halved, thinly sliced
Method
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1.Combine thyme, garlic and 1/4 cup (60ml) oil in a bowl. Add steak, turn to coat, then season with freshly ground black pepper. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
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2.Whisk together creme fraiche and Dijon, then set aside.
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3.Drain marinade from steak and season meat with salt. Heat remaining 1 tbs oil in a large frypan over high heat, then cook steak, turning, for 5 minutes for medium-rare or until cooked to your liking. Set aside to rest for 3-4 minutes.
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4.Meanwhile, return pan to medium heat. Add stock and wine, then cook, scraping the bottom of the pan, for 2 minutes or until reduced. Add butter and cook, stirring for 1 minute or until melted. Stir in any resting juices from steak and set aside.
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5.Spread creme fraiche mixture inside loaf. Slice steak and arrange in the loaf, drizzle over sauce and top with rocket and onion. Slice into four to serve.
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