Brazilian recipe
Flavorful Pressure-Cooker Beef Stew (Carne de panela)
A tender, slow-cooked style beef dish achieved in a fraction of the time. This pressure-cooked recipe delivers deep, savory flavors perfect for a hearty family meal.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
700 g coxão duro, sliced into steaks
2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp monosodium glutamate (vetsin)
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tbsp tomato paste
3 cups hot water
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
700 g coxão duro, sliced into steaks
2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp monosodium glutamate (vetsin)
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tbsp tomato paste
3 cups hot water
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at any local palengke or supermarket. For the beef, look for 'coxão duro'—a lean cut from the round—at the meat counter; if unavailable, a similar beef round cut is a suitable substitute. Monosodium glutamate is widely known locally as 'vetsin'.
Preparation method
- Heat the oil in a pressure cooker over high heat.
- Sauté the minced garlic and chopped onion for 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the beef steaks and sear for 10 minutes until browned on all sides.
- Stir in the salt, monosodium glutamate, tomato, bell pepper, tomato paste, and hot water.
- Secure the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 30 minutes once it reaches pressure.
- Remove the cooker from the heat and allow the pressure to release completely before opening.
- Stir in the fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Observations
This recipe offers a savory and efficient take on a beloved Brazilian comfort food staple. By utilizing a pressure cooker, the meat becomes fork-tender and deeply infused with aromatics in a significantly shorter timeframe, making it an excellent choice for a busy weekday dinner.
The secret lies in the initial sautéing of the aromatics and the precise blend of seasonings that enhance the meat’s natural flavor. It is a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with steamed white rice and a fresh side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
The secret lies in the initial sautéing of the aromatics and the precise blend of seasonings that enhance the meat’s natural flavor. It is a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with steamed white rice and a fresh side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
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