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Chilli & pepper buttered steak

Chilli & pepper buttered steak

A juicy, tender steak with a traditional peppercorn sauce and an added chilli kick, ready in just 10 minutes

Serves: 2
Preparation time: 5 minutes plus chilling
Cooking time: 5-6 minutes

What you need:

  • 50g Country Life butter, softened
  • ½ tsp chopped chilli in oil
  • ½ tsp wholegrain mustard
  • 1 tsp Barts Bristol Blend Peppercorns, crushed
  • 2 sirloin steaks (175g each, trimmed)

What you do:

  1. Mix together the butter, chilli, mustard and pepper until well blended, season with a little salt. 
  2. Using a small sheet of baking parchment, roll the butter into a small cylinder and chill well.
  3. Meanwhile, griddle the steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side for a medium result or until desired (adjust timing for rare and well done).
  4. Slice the butter into discs and place on top of the steak and serve with a salad or seasonal vegetables.

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