Hamburger Steak (Hache) Au Poivre

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Juicy Hamburger Steak (Hache) Au Poivre recipe with red wine and cognac sauce

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

559

Sugar

Fat

41g

Hamburger Steak (Hache) Au Poivre is a classic French dish that consists of ground beef patties flavored with crushed peppercorns and served with a red wine and cognac sauce. This recipe offers a modern twist on the traditional dish, using ground chuck instead of sirloin for an extra juicy result. The creamy, rich sauce complements the spicy seasoning of the patties perfectly, making for a satisfying and flavorful meal that is sure to impress dinner guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Combine the ground chuck and crushed peppercorns in a bowl and mix well.
3.	Divide the mixture into four equal parts and shape each one into a patty.
4.	Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter.
5.	Sear the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
6.	Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the patties reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
7.	Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the patties to a plate.
8.	Add the shallot to the skillet and cook until softened.
9.	Pour in the red wine and cognac and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
10.	Add the beef broth and continue to simmer until the sauce has reduced by half.
11.	Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

This Hamburger Steak (Hache) Au Poivre recipe is packed with bold, savory flavor from the cracked peppercorns, red wine, and cognac sauce.
The juicy ground chuck patties are seared to perfection before being baked in the oven for ultimate tenderness.

This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.

CONS

This dish is high in saturated fat and calories due to the use of ground chuck and butter.

As with all red meat, consuming this dish in moderation is recommended for balanced nutrition.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does provide a good source of protein from the ground chuck patties.
The red wine used in the sauce has been linked to heart health and contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation and support immune function when consumed in moderation.

	1 1/2 lbs ground chuck
	1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons peppercorns , crushed
	2 tablespoons butter
	1 tablespoon shallot , finely chopped
	1/4 cup red wine
	1 tablespoon cognac
	1/4 cup beef broth
	2 tablespoons parsley , finely chopped