SKILLET STEAK WITH PINK-PEPPERCORN BUTTER

Skillet Steak with Pink-Peppercorn Butter image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small shallot, thinly sliced (2 tablespoons)
1 Meyer lemon
Flaky sea salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
2 teaspoons pink peppercorns, lightly crushed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 boneless rib-eye steak (1 inch thick; 12 ounces), room temperature, patted dry
2 cups packed frisee, white and light-green parts only
1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves
Baguette, for serving (optional)

Steps:

Soak shallot in water 10 minutes. Meanwhile, grate 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, then remove peel and pith from lemon. Working over a bowl, cut between membranes to remove segments. Add drained shallot; season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, stir together butter, peppercorns, and zest; season with salt.
Heat a heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high; swirl in 1 tablespoon oil. Season steak with salt and pepper; cook, undisturbed, until a dark crust forms, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip; cook about 3 minutes more for medium-rare. Brush with some of butter mixture; transfer to a cutting board and let stand 10 minutes. Slice steak across the grain; season with salt. Toss lemon mixture with frisee, mint, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Serve steak with salad, baguette, and remaining butter mixture.