Brazilian recipe
Creamy Beef Rump Roast (Lagarto com creme de leite)
A tender and succulent beef roast cooked to perfection with a velvety cream sauce. This classic comfort food is a fantastic choice for a special Sunday family lunch.
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Ingredients
1 kg eye of round roast (lagarto)
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 tin (approx. 300g) table cream (creme de leite)
2 cups vegetable oil
8 to 9 small potatoes
1/2 raw carrot, grated
1 pinch black pepper
Mayonnaise to taste
Hot water
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 tin (approx. 300g) table cream (creme de leite)
2 cups vegetable oil
8 to 9 small potatoes
1/2 raw carrot, grated
1 pinch black pepper
Mayonnaise to taste
Hot water
Where to find ingredients
The 'lagarto' or eye of round is a lean cut found at any local butcher or large supermarket. For the 'creme de leite', look for table cream in the tinned goods section; if unavailable, double cream is a suitable substitute. Beef bouillon cubes are readily available in the stock/seasoning aisle. Fresh vegetables, potatoes, and standard mayonnaise can be sourced from any local grocery store or fresh produce market.
Preparation method
- Season the beef roast. If you prefer a deeper flavour, quickly sear it in a hot pan with a little oil until browned on all sides
- Place the beef into a pressure cooker and cover with hot water
- Dissolve the beef bouillon cubes in a cup of hot water and pour it into the cooker
- Secure the lid and cook under pressure for approximately 30 minutes once the cooker reaches full pressure
- While the meat is simmering, boil the potatoes in a separate pot until tender, then mash them well
- Season your mashed potatoes with a pinch of black pepper and fold in mayonnaise to taste until you achieve a smooth, creamy texture
- After the 30 minutes, carefully release the pressure, remove the beef, and slice it into uniform rounds
- In the same pressure cooker, stir the table cream (without the whey) into the remaining meat juices to create your sauce
- Gently warm the sauce over low heat, then add the beef slices back in so they absorb all the rich flavours
- Serve the beef warm, generously coated in the sauce, alongside a portion of fluffy white rice
- Garnish the final dish with the fresh grated raw carrot for a touch of colour and crunch
Observations
This recipe for beef roast with a rich cream sauce is a staple of Brazilian home cooking, perfect for those who crave a hearty and satisfying meal. We use a pressure cooker to ensure the meat becomes incredibly tender, while the luxurious sauce made with fresh cream brings it all together. It’s an incredibly versatile dish that feels special enough for Sunday gatherings yet is simple enough to prepare for a relaxed family dinner. Pair it with steamed white rice and enjoy the contrast of the velvety sauce with the tender, sliced beef.
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