Sirloin Steak with Diane Sauce

How to make

Sirloin Steak with Diane Sauce

This delicious steak recipe features sirloin steaks seasoned with black and white peppercorns, served with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. Ideal for a special occasion or a cosy date night, this dish is best enjoyed as an evening dinner. Pair with a full-bodied red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, to elevate the experience. — Team Salter

Serves2
DifficultyHard
Prep2-3 hrs
Cook10-20 min

Recommended Equipment

Ingredients

Steak

  • 200 g x2 sirloin steak

Sauce

  • to taste Black and white peppercorns
  • 15 g Butter
  • 1 Small Onion
  • 1 Garlic clove
  • 200 ml Double Cream
  • 200 ml Beef Stock
  • 50 ml Brandy
  • a drizzle Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 100 g mushrooms

Method

  1. Pat the steaks with kitchen paper and press the peppercorns into both sides then cover and refrigerate for 2–3 hours.
  2. Plug in and switch on the air fryer at the mains power supply.
  3. Set the temperature to and the time according to the guidelines: Rare Approx. 9–10 mins Medium-rare Approx. 10–12 mins Medium Approx. 12–15 mins Medium-well Approx. 15–18 mins Well done Approx. 18–20 mins
  4. Carefully place the steaks into the relevant cooking compartment. Turn halfway through cooking.
  5. While the steak is cooking, heat the oil and butter in a frying pan and cook the onion over a medium heat until soft and brown.
  6. Add the Worcestershire sauce, brandy and stock to the pan.
  7. Cook rapidly, deglazing the pan and stirring continuously. Add the mushrooms, mustard, garlic and cream and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside to cool.
  8. Remove the steaks from the air fryer and leave to rest for approx. 5 mins; slice diagonally into strips.
  9. Add the steak to the sauce and stir in the meat juices.
  10. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

…enjoy!