Steak Frites | The Recipe Critic

Steak Frites is a classic French bistro dish that combines perfectly seared, juicy steak with crispy, golden fries. It’s a simple yet delicious meal that is filled with rich flavors and satisfying crunch. You will love this restaurant-quality dinner made right in your own kitchen!

Succulent Steak Frites

When my husband and I went to France, he ordered steak frites, and I ended up eating half of his and made him share whatever it was I ordered. I have always been a meat and potatoes kind of girl, and there was something so satisfying and indulgent about those fries and steak! I’ve been dreaming about them ever since! I think you will, too, once you try this recipe!

How to Cook the Steak

Cooking the steak part of your steak frites in a hot skillet creates a beautifully caramelized crust while keeping the inside tender and juicy. Basting it with butter, garlic, and fresh herbs really takes this steak to the next level!

1. Rest and Season Steaks: Allow the steaks to rest for 30 minutes and come to room temperature. Season the beef with salt and black pepper on both sides.
2. Sear: In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once it starts to smoke, add the steaks to the skillet. Sear the steak on all of the sides until they have a golden brown crust. Add the butter and let it melt in the pan. Add in the garlic cloves, fresh rosemary, and thyme springs.
3. Continue to Cook: Reduce the heat to medium and let them cook until they reach the desired internal temperature. Spoon the butter sauce over the steaks while they are cooking to give the steak the best flavor.

How to Make Frites (Fries)

Don’t skip soaking the cut potatoes! That’s what will make them extra crispy. They are amazing fried, but if you’d rather bake them, try my crispy baked fries. Steak frites without crispy fries, is just steak.

4. Prep: Scrub the potatoes and cut them into ¼-inch thick sticks.
5. Soak and Drain: Soak the cut potatoes in a large bowl of cold water for 30 minutes. Drain the fries and pat them dry with a paper towel.
6. Heat Oil: Heat at least 2 inches of frying oil in a pot or deep fryer to about 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Test the oil with a thermometer, or by dipping a wooden skewer in the hot oil, bubbles should quickly and gradually form around the skewer.
7. Cook Fries: Slowly submerge the prepared fries into the hot oil and cook for 8-10 minutes, until they are golden in color and tender. Remove the fries from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt and pepper and serve on the side with the steak frites. Bon appétit!

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