Brazilian recipe
Pan-Seared Steak with Caramelized Onions (Bife acebolado)
This steak with onions is a staple of Brazilian comfort food, prized for the depth of flavor created by searing the beef and caramelizing the onions.
0.0 / 5 by 0 Reviews
Ingredients
2 beef steaks (sirloin or rump cut)
1 onion
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon butter
Olive oil to taste
Salt to taste
Freshly cracked 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 cracked black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Fresh beef cuts are best sourced from local butchers or the meat counter at large supermarkets. Use standard yellow onions and pantry-staple olive oil, butter, and vinegar from the grocery aisle.
Preparation method
- Remove the steaks from the refrigerator 10 minutes before cooking to take the chill off.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the water and the white wine vinegar.
- Peel the onion and slice it into half-moons approximately 0.5 cm thick.
- Place a wide skillet over medium heat.
- Season the steaks generously with salt and black pepper.
- Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the hot skillet.
- Lay the steaks in the pan, ensuring they are side by side without crowding.
- Sear for 2 minutes until nicely browned and the meat releases naturally from the pan surface.
- Flip the steaks using kitchen tongs.
- Cook the other side for another 2 minutes.
- Remove the steaks from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Keep the skillet on medium heat and add another 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
- Sauté the onions with a pinch of salt for 2 minutes until they begin to color.
- Pour the water and vinegar mixture into the skillet.
- Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom and soften the onions.
- Turn off the heat.
- Add the butter and swirl the pan to melt it into the juices, emulsifying the sauce.
- Serve the steaks topped with the onions and the pan sauce.
Observations
This recipe yields succulent, pan-seared steaks finished with a glossy, savory reduction. It is a perfect choice for a quick yet deeply satisfying meal that relies on basic pantry ingredients.
Ratings and comments