What is
Entrecote Café de Paris?

Entrecôte Café de Paris is a dish featuring a grilled steak (traditionally entrecôte, a cut of beef from between the ribs) served with a distinctive herb butter sauce called 'Café de Paris butter'. This sauce is a complex mixture of butter, herbs, and spices, resulting in a rich and flavorful accompaniment to the steak.

Origins & History

This dish originates from Geneva, Switzerland, where it was first served in the 1940s at the Café de Paris restaurant by chef Freddy Dumont. The recipe for the Café de Paris sauce is a closely guarded secret, contributing to its mystique and popularity.

Taste & Texture

The dish combines the savory and rich flavors of steak with the creamy, buttery, and aromatic tastes of the Café de Paris sauce.

Ingredients

Entrecôte steak

A cut of beef from between the ribs, known for being tender and flavorful.

Café de Paris butter

A complex sauce made from butter, herbs, and spices. The exact recipe is secret, but it typically includes ingredients like mustard, herbs, and spices.