Easy Made Steak Frites Recipe – Juicy Steak with Crispy Fries

Steak Frites Recipe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from home cooks and steak lovers)
Classic French | Crispy and Tender | Family-Approved
Steak Frites is a timeless French bistro dish featuring a perfectly cooked, juicy steak paired with golden, crispy fries. Simple, flavorful, and elegant, it’s perfect for a special weeknight dinner or weekend indulgence.

Why You’ll Love This Steak Frites Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Serves: 2–3
Budget-Friendly
Texture: Tender, juicy steak with crisp, golden fries
Perfect For: Elegant weeknight dinners, casual entertaining, and bistro-style meals

Steak Frites Ingredients – Simple and Classic

For the Steak

• 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (8–10 oz each)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary or thyme

For the Fries

• 1 lb russet potatoes, cut into fries
• 2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
• Salt to taste

Optional Sauce

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

How to Make Steak Frites – Step by Step

Step 1: Prepare the Fries

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potato fries in oil and spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy. Season with salt.

Step 2: Cook the Steak

Pat steaks dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steaks 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Add butter, garlic, and rosemary in the last minute and baste the steak. Rest for 5 minutes.

Step 3: Make Optional Sauce

In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce for a quick bistro-style sauce.

Step 4: Serve

Plate the steak with fries on the side. Drizzle with sauce if desired and enjoy immediately.

Tips and Variations

• Use a cast-iron skillet for a better sear on the steak
• Double-fry fries for extra crispiness
• Add garlic powder or paprika to fries for extra flavor
• Serve with a simple salad for a complete meal

What Everyone’s Saying About This Steak Frites

“Perfectly cooked steak with the crispiest fries.” – Michael R.
“This recipe makes a restaurant-style meal at home.” – Laura K.
“Simple, classic, and delicious—everyone loved it.” – Daniel S.

🥩 Steak Frites – Classic French Bistro Dish at Home

Steak Frites pairs a perfectly seared, juicy steak with crispy golden fries—a timeless French bistro favorite. Simple, elegant, and full of flavor, this dish is perfect for date nights, weekend dinners, or impressing guests at home.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 3

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Bistro, French

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Steak

• 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks 8–10 oz each
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic smashed
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Frites (Fries)

• 1 lb russet potatoes cut into fries
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Optional: paprika or garlic powder
• Optional Garnish / Sauce
• Fresh parsley
• Dijon mustard aioli, or béarnaise sauce

Equipment

• Skillet (preferably cast iron)
• Baking sheet
• Knife & cutting board
• Tongs

Method

 

Prep Fries:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potato fries with olive oil, salt, and optional seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet and bake 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.

Cook Steak:

1. Heat a skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat. Rub steaks with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add garlic and herbs to the pan.
2. Sear steaks 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for desired doneness. Baste with garlic-herb oil while cooking.
3. Remove steaks from heat, cover, and rest for 5 minutes.
4. Serve steaks alongside golden fries, garnish with parsley, and add your preferred sauce.

Notes

Use a cast iron skillet for the best sear.

Let steak come to room temperature before cooking for even doneness.

Double-bake or air-fry potatoes for extra crispiness.

Serve immediately for best texture.

FAQ – Steak Frites

For a richer side dish, Cristal Recipes’ Scalloped Sweet Potatoes offer a creamy contrast that complements the savory steak.