Pan Fried Pepper Steak

Preparation

1. Method:

   Step 1

   Heat 2 Tbs olive oil and the butter in a pan. When the butter starts to bubble,season the steaks liberally with salt and black pepper and add to pan. Reduce heat to medium. Turn steaks after about 4 minutes and cook a further 2 minutes on the other side, or cook to your liking. Remove steaks from pan.

   Step 2

   Add the shallots and garlic to the same pan and cook until translucent. Add the brandy and brined peppercorns and allow the alcohol to burn off.

   Step 3

   Add the stock, heat and maintain a simmer then return the steaks to the pan.

   Step 4

   Add the cream and allow it to melt through. Finish with a squeeze of lemon.

2. To serve:

   Step 5

   Place the iceberg lettuce quarters over 4 plates and dress with olive oil, a squeeze of lemon juice and sea salt.

   Step 6

   Place a piece of steak over each and finish with the sauce.