Cafe De Paris Butter Sauce Recipe With Rib Eye Steak
This Cafe De Paris recipe is a classic French-inspired recipe featuring a Ribeye Steak topped with a rich, flavorful compound Butter. This butter, known as "Cafe de Paris butter," is a blend of herbs, spices, and a few secret ingredients that melt over the hot steak, creating a delicious sauce. I've paired this delicious Cafe De Paris Rib Eye Recipe with roasted garlic potatoes and a fresh watercress salad. I know you'll love it just as much as I do — it's packed with all the charm of a French bistro!
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Recipe Ingredients
For the Cafe de Paris Butter:
- 1/2 pound Unsalted Butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon Garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Shallots, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Curry Powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Tarragon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Anchovies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Hot Sauce (adjust to taste)
For the Steaks:
- 2 Ribeye Steaks, bone-in or boneless, about 12 oz each
- Salt for seasoning the Steaks
- Black Pepper for seasoning the Steaks
- 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or other high smoke point oil
For the Roasted Garlic Potatoes:
- 1 pound Baby Potatoes, poached in advance
- 2 tablespoons Garlic Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Garlic, finely chopped
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
For the Watercress Salad:
- 4 cups Watercress and Arugula mix
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Shallots, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Tarragon, chopped
Recipe Instructions
Prepare the Cafe de Paris Butter:
- Combine all the butter ingredients into a bowl and mix until well incorporated.
- Form the butter into a log using plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm.
Prepare the Steaks:
- Season the ribeye steaks with salt and black pepper and let them sit on a rack uncovered in the fridge for at least a couple of hours up to 48 hours. The Chef does it for 24 hours.
Preheat Oven to 450°F (230°C)
- Heat a skillet over medium-high add the avocado oil heat to 365°F (185°C), and sear the steaks for a few minutes on one side until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Flip onto the other side and transfer the steaks to a preheated 450°F (230°C) oven.
- Cook to your preferred internal temperature. (The Chef loves rare) Click here to download Chef Jean-Pierre's Steak Doneness Temperature Chart PDF
Prepare the Roasted Garlic Potatoes:
- Toss the potatoes in garlic olive oil, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven or pan-fry them until hot, golden, and tender.
Prepare the Watercress Salad:
- Whisk together lemon olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, shallots, and tarragon. Toss with watercress and arugula.
Let the Steaks Rest
- Once the Steaks are done, let them rest for a few minutes with slices of Cafe de Paris butter on top.
Serve and Enjoy!
- Serve the steaks with the roasted garlic potatoes and watercress salad on the side and enjoy!
Pro-Tips
Steak Doneness Temperature Guide
Here's a guide to understanding steak doneness levels and a handy temperature chart to help you nail it every time: (Click here to download the Steak Doneness Temperature Chart PDF)
For more information be sure to check out my step-by-step guide on How to Cook the Perfect Steak.
Lock in Your Cafe De Paris Butter's Delicious Flavors
Here’s a little trick I’ve learned over the years, friends: make sure your butter is nice and cold when you slice it. This keeps all those delicious herbs and spices locked in until it hits that hot steak. Also, don’t be afraid to make a big batch and store it in the freezer. That way, you’ll always have some ready for your next steak dinner or even just a casual Tuesday night meal. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you.Bonus Pro-Tip: Don’t Limit Yourself to Just Steak
Sure, this is the ultimate steak butter, but why stop there? Spread it on a freshly toasted baguette, use it as a finishing touch for your steamed vegetables, or top off fluffy mashed potatoes. Even a simple side of sautéed mushrooms will sing when you add a dollop of Café de Paris butter.Equipment - You can find the items below at our online store!
Nutrition
Calories: 336.36kcalCarbohydrates: 9.7gProtein: 19.79gFat: 25.11gSaturated Fat: 12.89gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.41gMonounsaturated Fat: 9.52gTrans Fat: 0.47gCholesterol: 83.63mgSodium: 1019.06mgPotassium: 574.61mgFiber: 1.69gSugar: 1.08gVitamin A: 1259.25IUVitamin C: 15.98mgCalcium: 87.75mgIron: 3.65mg