Brazilian recipe
Quick and Tasty Pressure-Cooker Beef (Carne de panela e saborosa)
A flavorful twist on a classic comfort dish, perfect for busy weeknights when you want tender beef without the fuss.
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Ingredients
120ml vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
700g topside beef, sliced into steaks
2 tsp salt
1 ½ tsp MSG-based flavor enhancer
1 tomato, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
1 tbsp tomato paste
720ml hot water
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
700g topside beef, sliced into steaks
2 tsp salt
1 ½ tsp MSG-based flavor enhancer
1 tomato, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
1 tbsp tomato paste
720ml hot water
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Where to find ingredients
You can find topside beef at the meat counter of any local Irish supermarket or independent butcher. MSG-based flavor enhancers are available in the Asian section of most major grocery stores or in specialty international food markets.
Preparation method
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pressure cooker over high heat.
- Add the garlic and onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until they turn golden and fragrant.
- Add the beef steaks to the pot and sear for 10 minutes, or until the meat has browned on all sides.
- Stir in the salt, flavor enhancer, tomato, bell pepper, tomato paste, and hot water.
- Secure the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 30 minutes once the pressure reaches its full level.
- Remove the cooker from the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally before opening.
- Stir in the fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Observations
This pressure-cooker beef recipe is a simple, delicious take on a staple of Brazilian home cooking. By using a pressure cooker, you achieve incredibly tender results in a fraction of the time, making it an excellent choice for a hearty, stress-free dinner.
The magic lies in the aromatic base and the careful blend of seasonings that penetrate the beef during the cooking process. It is a wonderfully versatile dish that works perfectly when served with fluffy white rice and a fresh side salad for a well-rounded meal.
The magic lies in the aromatic base and the careful blend of seasonings that penetrate the beef during the cooking process. It is a wonderfully versatile dish that works perfectly when served with fluffy white rice and a fresh side salad for a well-rounded meal.
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