Cast Iron Bavette Steak with Barley Tea Garlic Cream Sauce
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Cast Iron Bavette Steak with Barley Tea Garlic Cream Sauce, a dish that effortlessly combines elegance and comfort. This recipe is perfect for both special occasions and weeknight dinners, delivering restaurant-quality taste right at home. The succulent Bavette steak, seared to perfection, is complemented by a rich and creamy garlic sauce infused with the unique essence of barley tea. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this meal serves two and makes use of simple, wholesome ingredients you likely already have on hand. Whether you’re hosting a dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Bavette steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup barley tea
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Remove the Bavette steak from the fridge 20 minutes before cooking.
- Pat dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat; sear the steak for 4–5 minutes on each side until browned.
- Let the steak rest for 5–10 minutes after cooking.
- In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add barley tea and simmer for 2–3 minutes while scraping any bits from the pan.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes; season to taste.
- Slice the rested steak against the grain and serve drizzled with garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 steak with sauce (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 735
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 59g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 53g
- Cholesterol: 170mg