Tri-Tip Steak Frites with Red Wine Sauce
Tri-Tip Steak Frites with Red Wine Sauce is a flavorful French French Receipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 475°F with racks in upper and lower thirds, with a 4-sided sheet pan in lower third.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 475°F with racks in upper and lower thirds, with a 4-sided sheet pan in lower third.
Toss fries with 2 tablespoons oil in hot sheet pan, then bake according to package instructions until golden and crisp.
Meanwhile, pat steaks dry, then rub with peppercorns and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Heat remaining tablespoon oil in an ovenproof 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Sear steaks on all sides, about 3 minutes total.
Transfer skillet to upper third of oven and roast 9 to 10 minutes for medium-rare.
Transfer steaks to a plate and let rest 5 minutes.
Add wine to skillet and boil, scraping up brown bits, until reduced by half, about 1 minute.
Add water and meat juices from plate and boil briskly until reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes.
Whisk in butter until incorporated.
Season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle fries with tarragon.
Serve steaks with sauce and fries.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.