STEAK WITH SCALLOPS IN CHAMPAGNE BUTTER SAUCE RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Steak with Scallops in Champagne Butter Sauce Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by teachskinner

Number Of Ingredients 10

2(4-ounce)2 (4-ounce) beef tenderloin steaks
1/4teaspoon1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8teaspoon1/8 teaspoon cracked black pepper
6large6 large sea scallops
1/8teaspoon1/8 teaspoon crushed pink peppercorns
1tablespoon1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1/3cup1/3 cup Champagne or dry white wine
1 1/2teaspoons1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1tablespoon1 tablespoon shallots, minced
3tablespoons3 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

Sprinkle steaks on both sides with 1/8 teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Sprinkle scallops on both sides with 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pink peppercorns. Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large cast iron or heavy-bottom nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and cook 3 minutes on each side (for medium-rare) or until desired degree of doneness. Transfer to a platter; cover and keep warm. Add remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to skillet; add scallops, and cook 2 minutes on each side or until done. Transfer to platter; cover and keep warm. Add Champagne, lemon juice, and shallots to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 3 minutes or until reduced to 2 tablespoons. Remove from heat. Add butter, 1 piece at a time, whisking constantly until butter is thoroughly incorporated. Season sauce to taste with salt and black pepper. Top steak and scallops with sauce.