Bite with Belkys: Steak Diane

The Chef: Mario Dacomo
The Restaurant: Badrutt's Place
The Dish: Steak Diane

Ingredients for Steak Diane:

1 8 oz. filet mignon
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 tsp. of Dijon mustard
2 Tbs. of extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbs. of Worcestershire sauce
2 Tbs. of Cognac
3 Tbs. of chives, chopped (for garnish)

Method of Preparation:

-First, cover the filet with Saran wrap, and pound it until it's nice and thin.

-Then, season the meat with salt, pepper and Dijon mustard on both sides.

-In a hot pan, add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and cook the steak for about two minutes on each side.

-Next, add Worcestershire sauce on each side, and shake the pan to stir in all the flavors.

-Now, pour a shot of Cognac and flambé if possible. Chef Mario says you can also use Whiskey or Vodka. Let the sauce reduce for a few minutes and serve immediately.

To Plate the Dish:

At the restaurant, they top the steak with a little sauce and garnish with a sprinkle of chopped chives.

Serving Suggestion: Red Wine

Serves: 1

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Badrutt's Place
1250 South Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33130
305-415-0070
www.badrutts-place.com