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Lean Sirloin with Crispy Oven Fries — Steak Frites

Around 40% fewer calories and significantly lower saturated fat, lean sirloin replacing ribeye and frites oven-baked with minimal oil rather than deep-fried in beef tallow, with the authentic caramelised crust, resting juices, and crisp golden frite of the classic French brasserie dish.

Not rated yet French
Serves 2 servings · 2 adults, 0 over 10, 0 under 10
15 minsPrep
35 minsCook
50 minsTotal
MediumLevel
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Nutrition per Serving

620 Calories
42g Protein
28g Fat
48g Carbs
1g Sugar
4g Fiber
680mg Sodium
95mg Chol

Ingredients

For 2 servings

500g (17.6 oz)
2 tsp
2 tsp
2 tsp
2 sprigs
2
500g (17.6 oz)
2 tsp
2 tsp
2 tsp
60g (2 oz / small bunch)

Instructions

1

Prep

Cut 500g Maris Piper potatoes into thin frites. Pat 500g lean sirloin steak dry with paper towel and bring to room temperature. Crush 2 garlic cloves lightly. Measure out 2 tsp olive oil, 2 tsp vegetable oil, salt, pepper, thyme sprigs, mustard, and watercress.

2

Bake

Preheat oven to 230°C. Toss frites in vegetable oil and salt, spread in single layer on baking tray. Bake 30–35 minutes, turning once halfway, until deeply golden and crisp throughout.

3

Sear

Heat olive oil in large cast iron pan over highest heat until smoking. Season steaks generously with salt and pepper both sides. Sear 2–3 minutes per side without moving for medium rare, add thyme and garlic in final minute. Internal temp 50–55°C.

4

Rest and plate

Transfer steaks to warm plate, rest 5 minutes undisturbed—juices redistribute. Serve each steak alongside crispy frites, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and a small bunch of fresh watercress.

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Adults 18 and over
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