Brazilian recipe
Quick and Tasty Pressure Cooker Beef
A flavour-packed, no-fuss beef stew with a special Brazilian twist. Perfectly tender and ideal for a quick family weeknight meal.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
700 g top rump steak (coxão duro), sliced
2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp monosodium glutamate
1 tomato, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1 tbsp tomato paste
3 cups hot water
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
700 g top rump steak (coxão duro), sliced
2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp monosodium glutamate
1 tomato, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1 tbsp tomato paste
3 cups hot water
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Where to find ingredients
Top rump (often labelled as 'braising steak' or 'thick flank') can be sourced from any local butcher or supermarket meat counter. Monosodium glutamate is commonly sold in the spice aisle or at Asian and specialty grocery stores. Fresh vegetables and parsley are easily available at local markets or any standard supermarket produce section. Tomato paste is found in the tinned goods aisle.
Preparation method
- Heat the oil in your pressure cooker over high heat
- Sauté the garlic and onion for about 3 minutes until they turn golden
- Add the beef slices and fry for 10 minutes, or until the meat has browned
- Stir in the salt, monosodium glutamate, tomato, green pepper, tomato paste, and hot water
- Lock the pressure cooker lid and cook for 30 minutes once it starts hissing
- Remove from the heat and let the pressure release naturally before opening
- Open the cooker, stir in the fresh parsley, and serve right away
Observations
This recipe is a straightforward and delicious take on a Brazilian kitchen staple. By using a pressure cooker, you get incredibly tender meat with deep flavours in a fraction of the time, making it a reliable go-to for busy days.
The secret is in the initial sear and the blend of aromatics that really make the beef sing. It’s a versatile dish that everyone enjoys. Serve it alongside plain white rice and a fresh side salad for a proper, satisfying meal.
The secret is in the initial sear and the blend of aromatics that really make the beef sing. It’s a versatile dish that everyone enjoys. Serve it alongside plain white rice and a fresh side salad for a proper, satisfying meal.
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