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Easy Salted Dried Beef with Butter and Onions

Classic Brazilian recipe for shredded dried beef sautéed with onions and clarified butter. Unmistakable flavor and practical preparation for your table.

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Easy Salted Dried Beef with Butter and Onions

Ingredients

1 kg salted dried beef
2 large onions
1/3 cup clarified butter
Salt to taste

Where to find ingredients

Salted dried beef can be found in the meat section of most supermarkets, often labeled as 'dried beef' or 'corned beef' depending on regional availability. Clarified butter is usually available in the dairy section of supermarkets or specialty food stores. Onions are a common produce item found in all grocery stores.

Preparation method

  1. Cut the salted dried beef into pieces of approximately 7 cm
  2. Wash the meat pieces well under running water to remove excess salt
  3. Place the meat in a bowl and cover with cold water
  4. Refrigerate for at least 12 hours, changing the water at least 3 times during the desalting process
  5. After desalting, drain the meat and rinse it again under running water
  6. Transfer the meat to a pressure cooker and cover with water, ensuring not to exceed the 2/3 volume limit of the pot
  7. Cover the pot and bring to high heat
  8. As soon as the pot reaches pressure and starts to whistle, reduce the heat and cook for 30 minutes
  9. Turn off the heat and wait for all the pressure to release naturally before opening the lid
  10. Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked meat from the pot and place it in a serving dish
  11. While the meat is still hot, shred it using two forks
  12. Discard any small pieces of fat or cartilage
  13. If preferred, shred the meat in a mixer on low speed until it reaches the desired texture
  14. Peel the onions and cut them into half-moon shapes about 1 cm thick
  15. Heat a large skillet over medium heat
  16. Add the clarified butter to the heated skillet
  17. Add the sliced onions and season with a pinch of salt
  18. Sauté the onions for about 5 minutes, until they wilt
  19. Add the shredded salted dried beef to the skillet with the onions
  20. Stir and sauté for another 5 minutes
  21. Taste and adjust salt if necessary
  22. Serve immediately

Observations

Salted dried beef with clarified butter and onions is a traditional dish in Brazilian cuisine, appreciated for its distinctive 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 meat.

Follow these steps to prepare this delicacy at home, ensuring an authentic and delicious result that pleases everyone.

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