Brazilian recipe
Pan-Seared Steak with Onions
Pan-seared steak with onions is a Brazilian culinary classic, prized for its simplicity and the striking flavor of seared meat with caramelized onions.
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Ingredients
2 steaks (sirloin, top sirloin, or eye of round)
1 onion
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon butter
Olive oil, to taste
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 onion
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon butter
Olive oil, to taste
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at most grocery stores. Look for fresh cuts of beef in the meat section. Onions, water, vinegar, butter, olive oil, salt, and pepper are usually found in the produce, dairy, pantry, and spice aisles.
Preparation method
- Let the steaks sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to take the chill off before starting preparation
- In a small bowl, combine the water and vinegar
- Peel the onion and slice into half-moons approximately 0.5 cm thick
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat
- Season the steaks with salt and black pepper
- Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the hot skillet
- Place the steaks side by side
- Sear for 2 minutes until golden brown and they release easily from the pan
- Turn the steaks using tongs
- Sear the other side for another 2 minutes
- Remove the meat from the skillet and set aside on a plate
- Keep the skillet over medium heat and add another 1 teaspoon of olive oil
- Sauté the onions with a pinch of salt for 2 minutes until they start to brown
- Pour the water and vinegar mixture into the skillet
- Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to deglaze the pan and soften the onions
- Turn off the heat
- Add the butter and swirl the skillet until the butter melts and emulsifies into the sauce
- Serve the steaks topped with the onions and sauce from the skillet
Observations
This recipe prepares juicy steaks finished with a glossy sauce, ideal for a quick and comforting meal.
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