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Cook time
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Servings
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| 30 mins | 4 |
Ingredients:
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Method:
1. Massage oil onto both sides of the steak and season with salt and black pepper to your preference. Heat a frying pan or griddle pan over medium-high heat.
2. Once the pan is hot, add the steak and cook to your desired doneness. As a general guide:
- Medium-rare: Cook for 4 minutes per side
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Medium: Cook for 5 minutes per side
Cooking times may vary depending on the steak’s thickness.
Transfer the steak to a plate, cover with foil, and let it rest.
3. Meanwhile, bring a large saucepan of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Generously season the pasta water with salt—about 15g (just under 1 tablespoon) for 400g of pasta.
4. Important: Before draining the pasta, reserve 125ml (½ cup) of the pasta water. A helpful tip is to place a measuring cup in your colander as a reminder before draining.
5. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a bowl, mix together the cream, 2.5g (½ teaspoon) salt, black pepper, Dijon mustard, and balsamic vinegar. Stir well and set aside.
6. Heat the oil and butter in a large frying pan over medium-low heat. Once the butter has melted, add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4 minutes, or until softened.
7. Add the crushed garlic and sugar, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until lightly browned and caramelized.
7. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for 4 minutes until golden brown.
8. Increase the heat slightly and pour in the whisky, allowing it to cook until almost fully evaporated, about 2 minutes.
9. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the prepared cream sauce. Stir and let it heat through for 2 minutes, then remove the pan from the heat.
10. Mix in the grated parmesan and chopped fresh parsley, stirring until well combined.
11. Add the drained pasta to the sauce, gently tossing to coat. Gradually pour in the reserved pasta water until the sauce reaches your preferred consistency (typically, the entire 125ml (½ cup) is used).
12. Slice the rested steak into strips. If desired, set aside a few pieces to place on top when serving.
13. Return the pan with pasta to medium-low heat and add the steak. Stir gently, moving the pasta around until everything is heated through.
14. Serve immediately, garnished with extra chopped parsley, a sprinkle of grated parmesan, and plenty of freshly ground black pepper.
