“Perfect 2-Inch Chateaubriand Steak Béarnaise Sauce Recipe”
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A classic French dish featuring tender Chateaubriand steak topped with a rich Béarnaise sauce.
- Author: eva
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-seared and oven-roasted
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Low Lactose
- 1 Chateaubriand steak (about 2 inches thick)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chervil, chopped
- 1 tsp shallots, minced
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the steak with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over high heat.
- Sear the steak for 2 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 10-12 minutes for medium-rare.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- For the Béarnaise sauce, whisk egg yolks, vinegar, and water in a heatproof bowl.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, whisking continuously until thickened.
- Slowly drizzle in melted butter while whisking.
- Stir in tarragon, chervil, and shallots.
- Serve the steak with the Béarnaise sauce.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness (130°F for medium-rare).
- Let the steak rest to retain juices.
- Béarnaise sauce can be kept warm in a thermos if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 300mg