Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsHickory Garden RestaurantSteak Frites Recipe

Steak Frites Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

Juicy steak served with crispy fries and garlic aioli.

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Ingredients

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For the Steak

For the Fries

For the Garlic Aioli

Method

Preparing the Fries

  1. 1

    Cut the Potatoes

    Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into uniform sticks about 1/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Soak the Potatoes

    Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Fry the Potatoes

    Drain the soaked potatoes and pat them dry with paper towels. Fry them in batches for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, then season with salt.

Cooking the Steak

  1. 5

    Season the Steak

    Pat the ribeye steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.

  2. 6

    Heat the Pan

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, place the steaks in the pan.

  3. 7

    Sear the Steak

    Cook the steaks for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness. During the last minute of cooking, add butter and rosemary to the pan and baste the steaks with the melted butter.

  4. 8

    Rest the Steak

    Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Making the Garlic Aioli

  1. 9

    Prepare the Garlic

    Mince the garlic cloves finely.

  2. 10

    Mix the Aioli

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.

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