Peppercorn Steaks Recipe

Sizzle into flavor with this quick and easy Peppercorn Crusted Steak recipe! Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe delivers juicy, perfectly seasoned steaks with a vibrant pan sauce that's bursting with zesty flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 27 mins

Calories 707.2 kcal

Protein 111g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peppercorn Steaks

2 tablespoons black peppercorns
2 (1 1/2 inch thick) New York strip steaks
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

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How to Make Peppercorn Steaks

Generously crack 2 tablespoons of black peppercorns over both sides of the steaks.
Refrigerate steaks for at least 15 minutes to allow the pepper to adhere.
Heat a large, ungreased skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add steaks and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until nicely browned.
Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 minced cloves of garlic to the skillet.
Cook for 4 minutes, flipping steaks halfway through, until desired doneness is almost reached.
Pour in 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and continue cooking for 6-7 minutes longer, turning once, until steaks reach your desired internal temperature (use a meat thermometer).
Remove steaks from the skillet and keep warm.
Add 1/2 cup of beef broth, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and 1 teaspoon of brown sugar to the skillet.
Using a wooden spoon or spatula, scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth.
Pour the cornstarch slurry into the pan.
Bring the sauce to a boil, stirring constantly, until it thickens (about 1 minute).
Serve the steaks immediately, drizzled generously with the pan sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

Fat

110g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peppercorn Steaks?

Peppercorn Steaks takes about 32 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peppercorn Steaks?

Peppercorn Steaks has approximately 707.2 calories per serving, with about 111 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 77 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peppercorn Steaks?

The key ingredients for Peppercorn Steaks are Whole Black Peppercorns, New York Strip Steaks, Butter, Garlic, Worcestershire Sauce, Beef Broth. See the full list with measurements above.