Brazilian recipe
Salted Dried Beef with Onions and Clarified Butter
A classic Brazilian recipe of shredded salted dried beef, sautéed with onions and clarified butter (manteiga de garrafa). Unmistakable flavor and practical preparation for your table.
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Ingredients
2.2 lbs salted dried beef (carne-seca)
2 large yellow onions
1/3 cup clarified butter (manteiga de garrafa)
Salt to taste
2 large yellow onions
1/3 cup clarified butter (manteiga de garrafa)
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Salted dried beef (carne-seca) can be found in Latin American markets or the international aisle of larger supermarkets. Clarified butter (manteiga de garrafa) is also available in Latin American markets or can be made at home by slowly melting butter and skimming off the milk solids.
Preparation method
- Cut the salted dried beef into pieces about 3 inches long
- Wash the beef pieces well under running water to remove excess salt
- Place the beef in a bowl and cover with cold water. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours, changing the water at least 3 times during the desalting process
- After desalting, drain the beef and rinse it again under running water
- Transfer the beef to a pressure cooker and cover with water, ensuring not to exceed 2/3 of the pot's volume
- Cover the pot and bring to high heat
- Once the pot is pressurized and starts to whistle, reduce the heat and cook for 30 minutes
- Turn off the heat and wait for all pressure to release naturally before opening the lid
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked beef from the pot and place it in a serving dish
- While the beef is still warm, shred it using two forks. Discard any small pieces of fat or cartilage
- If preferred, shred the beef in a stand mixer on low speed until it reaches the desired texture
- Peel the onions and slice them into half-moons about 1/2 inch thick
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat
- Add the clarified butter to the hot skillet. Add the sliced onions and season with a pinch of salt
- Sauté the onions for about 5 minutes, until they wilt
- Add the shredded salted dried beef to the skillet with the onions
- Stir and sauté for another 5 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if necessary
- Serve immediately
Observations
Salted dried beef with onions and clarified butter is a traditional dish in Brazilian cuisine, appreciated for its distinct flavor and relatively simple preparation. It's an excellent option for a flavorful lunch or as an appetizer, combining the texture of shredded beef with the aroma and taste of onions sautéed in clarified butter. The desalting process is crucial to ensure the right saltiness and tenderness of the beef.
Follow these steps to prepare this delicacy at home, ensuring an authentic and delicious result that pleases everyone.
Follow these steps to prepare this delicacy at home, ensuring an authentic and delicious result that pleases everyone.
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