Beef Steaks and Oyster Sauce is a traditional British recipe, based on Mrs Beeton's recipe of 1861, for a classic dish of grilled beef steaks served with oyster sauce. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic British version of: Beef Steaks and Oyster Sauce.
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This is a traditional British recipe redacted from the redoubtable Mrs Beeton's 1861 volume Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management, the classic Victorian cookbook.
Original Recipe
BEEF-STEAKS AND OYSTER SAUCE.
603. INGREDIENTS.—3 dozen oysters, ingredients for oyster sauce (see No. 492), 2 lbs. of rump-steak, seasoning to taste of pepper and salt.
Mode.—Make the oyster sauce by recipe No. 492, and when that is ready, put it by the side of the fire, but do not let it keep boiling. Have the steaks cut of an equal thickness, broil them over a very clear fire, turning them often, that the gravy may not escape. In about 8 minutes they will be done, then put them on a very hot dish; smother with the oyster sauce, and the remainder send to table in a tureen. Serve quickly.
Time.—About 8 to 10 minutes, according to the thickness of the steak.
Make the oyster sauce, according to the recipe and set aside to simmer gently and keep warm.
In the meantime, pre-heat your grill (broiler). Season the steaks, place under the broiler and cook for about 8 minutes, turning frequently, or until done to your liking.
Arrange the steaks on a warmed serving plate, pour the oyster sauce over the top and bring to the table.
