Brazilian recipe
Creamy Beef Eye Round Roast (Lagarto com creme de leite: receita)
Discover how to make this tender eye round roast with a silky cream-based sauce. A classic, comforting recipe perfect for a special family meal.
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Ingredients
1 kg eye round beef roast (lagarto)
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can (300g) table cream (creme de leite)
480 ml vegetable oil (for searing)
8 to 9 small potatoes
1/2 raw carrot, grated
1 pinch black pepper
Mayonnaise to taste
Hot water
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 can (300g) table cream (creme de leite)
480 ml vegetable oil (for searing)
8 to 9 small potatoes
1/2 raw carrot, grated
1 pinch black pepper
Mayonnaise to taste
Hot water
Where to find ingredients
You can find beef eye round (often labeled as silver side or roast beef cut) at local butcher shops or supermarket meat counters. Table cream (creme de leite) is typically found in the canned goods or international aisles of local grocers; if unavailable, a heavy cream substitute may be used, though the texture will differ.
Preparation method
- Season the beef to your preference. If desired, sear the roast in a heavy pot with a splash of oil to lock in the juices.
- Place the beef into a pressure cooker and cover with hot water.
- Add the bouillon cubes, previously dissolved in a cup of hot water, to the pot.
- Seal the pressure cooker and cook for approximately 30 minutes once the pressure reaches its peak.
- While the meat cooks, prepare the potato mash: boil the potatoes until tender, then mash them thoroughly.
- Season the potato mash with a pinch of black pepper and fold in mayonnaise until you reach a smooth, consistent texture.
- After the 30-minute cooking time, carefully remove the meat from the pressure cooker and slice it into uniform rounds.
- In the same pressure cooker, stir in the table cream—making sure to drain the liquid (whey) beforehand—and combine it with the remaining meat broth.
- Gently heat the sauce over low flame and return the sliced beef to the pot, allowing it to absorb the savory flavors.
- Serve the beef warm, coated in the creamy sauce, with a side of white rice.
- Garnish the dish with the grated raw carrot before serving.
Observations
This creamy beef eye round roast—known as 'lagarto' in Brazil—is a timeless classic, perfect for those who appreciate a hearty, comforting meal. Using a pressure cooker is the secret to achieving perfectly tender meat, while a rich, creamy sauce made with table cream adds a luxurious touch. It pairs beautifully with steamed white rice or other side dishes.
It is a versatile dish suitable for everything from casual lunches to festive gatherings, balancing ease of preparation with an impressive final result. The contrast between the tender, thinly sliced meat and the velvety, savory sauce is the true highlight of this traditional preparation.
It is a versatile dish suitable for everything from casual lunches to festive gatherings, balancing ease of preparation with an impressive final result. The contrast between the tender, thinly sliced meat and the velvety, savory sauce is the true highlight of this traditional preparation.
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