RECIPE FOR SHARK: Shark Steaks Au Poivre (Pepper Sauce)

Ingredients: 3 tb Butter 3 tb Chopped shallots 1/3 c Cognac or other brandy 1 c Chicken stock 1/2 c Beef stock 2 c Whipping cream Salt 6 1 1/2-inch-thick shark steak 2 tb Coarsely ground pepper

Method Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots and sauté until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add Cognac and simmer until liquid is reduced to 1 tablespoon, about 4 minutes. Stir in chicken and beef stocks. Simmer until reduced to 1/3 cup, about 10 minutes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead). Chill. Bring stock mixture to boil. Add cream and simmer until liquid is reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 20 minutes. Season with salt. Keep warm. Pat shark steaks dry. Season with salt. Sprinkle both sides of shark generously with pepper. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shark and fry until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to plates. Serve with sauce over or under the fish. Serves 1.

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