Brazilian recipe
Quick and Tasty Pressure Cooker Beef (Carne de Panela)
A foolproof, flavourful beef stew with that authentic Brazilian soul. Quick to prep and perfect for a fuss-free, hearty weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
700 g top round steak (coxão duro), sliced
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons monosodium glutamate (MSG)
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 cups hot water
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
700 g top round steak (coxão duro), sliced
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons monosodium glutamate (MSG)
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 cups hot water
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Where to find ingredients
Most ingredients like oil, garlic, onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers are everyday staples easily found at local markets like Oyingbo or Mile 12, or your neighbourhood supermarket. For the 'coxão duro' (top round), ask your local butcher for a lean, firm cut of beef that stands up well to pressure cooking. Monosodium glutamate is widely available as a seasoning cube or in bulk at local dry food markets. If you cannot find fresh parsley, coriander is a common local alternative, though fresh parsley is usually available in the herb section of major supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Heat the vegetable oil in your pressure cooker over medium-high heat
- Sauté the garlic and onion for about 3 minutes until they turn golden and fragrant
- Add the sliced beef and sear for 10 minutes until it browns nicely on all sides
- Stir in the salt, MSG, chopped tomatoes, green bell pepper, tomato paste, and the hot water
- Secure the lid, bring to pressure, and cook for 30 minutes once the weight starts whistling
- Take the cooker off the heat and let the steam release naturally before opening
- Stir in the fresh parsley and serve your tender beef stew right away
Observations
This recipe for Brazilian-style pot roast is a genuine flavour bomb that cuts your kitchen time in half. Using a pressure cooker is the secret to getting that melt-in-your-mouth tenderness while keeping the beef juicy and packed with character. It is an absolute classic for Nigerian homes, offering a versatile meal that pairs perfectly with steamed white rice or a fresh garden salad for a complete family spread.
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