What Is Au Poivre?
Au poivre is a French term that means “with pepper.” It is a cooking technique where meat, usually beef, is coated with a heavy amount of freshly cracked pepper before being cooked. The meat is usually seared in a pan at a high temperature and then finished in the oven. The resulting dish is deeply flavorful, with a strong peppery taste and a slightly crispy crust on the outside of the meat. Often, au poivre is served with a rich sauce that complements the spicy flavor of the dish.