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Classic Diane Steak

Classic Diane Steak

Master the Classic Diane Steak recipe in 30 minutes. Impress with a creamy mushroom pan sauce, optional flambé, and restaurant-quality flavor. Easy & elegant.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g beef tenderloin sliced into 4 portions
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil like canola or vegetable
  • 10 medium mushrooms sliced (cremini or button)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 shallot peeled and finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 60 ml cognac or brandy
  • 360 ml beef broth
  • 80 ml heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • q.s. Sea salt to taste
  • q.s. black pepper to taste
  • q.s. sliced green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed skillet or frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat the beef portions dry and season both sides with sea salt and black pepper; let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering; add the steaks and sear for about 2 minutes untouched.
  3. Flip the steaks and cook for another 1 minute for medium-rare; transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms to the same pan and cook over high heat for 6-8 minutes until browned and caramelized.
  5. Push mushrooms to one side, reduce heat to medium, add butter, shallots, and garlic; cook for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from heat, pour in cognac, then return to heat and flambé until flames die, or just simmer to cook off alcohol.
  7. Add beef broth, scrape the bottom of the pan, and simmer until reduced by half.
  8. Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, parsley, and lemon juice; simmer until slightly thickened.
  9. Return the steaks to the pan, spoon sauce over, and warm through for 1-2 minutes.
  10. Serve the steaks plated with sauce and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For a lighter sauce, substitute heavy cream with full-fat Greek yogurt or crème fraîche added off heat.
You can easily customize this dish based on available ingredients, such as using different cuts of beef or various types of mushrooms.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze them for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on low heat, adding a splash of broth if needed.
This dish is great for special occasions or weeknight dinners. Pair with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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