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Roasted Fennel and Orange-Peel Crusted T-Bone with Saffron-Shallot Butter

Saffron-Infused T-Bone Steak with Roasted Fennel

This luxurious T-bone steak is seared to perfection and topped with a fragrant saffron-shallot butter, served alongside sweet roasted fennel.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 720

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 piece T-bone steak About 2 inches thick
  • 2 large Fennel bulbs Trimmed and cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 large Orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 2 Shallots Finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon Saffron threads
  • 1/4 cup Chicken or vegetable broth

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the fennel wedges with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Roast the fennel in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized, turning halfway through.
  4. While the fennel is roasting, season the T-bone steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  5. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until a brown crust forms.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the orange zest and fresh thyme. Press the mixture onto the top side of the seared steak to form a crust.
  7. Transfer the skillet with the steak to the oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the steak reaches your desired doneness (135°F for medium-rare).
  8. While the steak is baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and cook until soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add the saffron threads and broth, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  9. Once the steak is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve the T-bone steak sliced with roasted fennel on the side and drizzle the saffron-shallot butter over the top. Enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the steak for a few hours prior to cooking.