Brazilian recipe
Quick and Tasty Pressure Cooker Beef Stew (Carne de panela e saborosa)
A flavorful twist on a classic, this tender beef stew is cooked to perfection in a pressure cooker. It is the ideal fuss-free recipe for busy weekdays.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
700g beef topside (coxão duro), cut into steaks
2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp monosodium glutamate
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
700g beef topside (coxão duro), cut into steaks
2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp monosodium glutamate
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 fresh beef topside and produce at local markets like Nakasero or Nakumatt, and in the butcher or vegetable sections of major supermarkets throughout Kampala.
Preparation method
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a pressure cooker.
- Sauté the garlic and onion for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the beef steaks and brown for 10 minutes, or until the color changes.
- Stir in the salt, monosodium glutamate, tomato, bell pepper, tomato paste, and hot water.
- Seal the pressure cooker and cook for 30 minutes once it reaches full pressure.
- Remove the cooker from the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.
- Carefully open the lid, stir in the fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Observations
This pressure cooker beef recipe offers a delicious and straightforward variation of a Brazilian staple. By utilizing a pressure cooker, you achieve remarkably tender meat infused with deep, savory flavors in a fraction of the time, making it a reliable favorite for everyday meals.
The secret lies in the initial sautéing of the aromatics and the careful blend of seasonings that enhance the beef’s natural richness. It is a highly versatile dish that appeals to everyone at the table. Serve it alongside steamed white rice and a crisp side salad for a wholesome and complete dinner.
The secret lies in the initial sautéing of the aromatics and the careful blend of seasonings that enhance the beef’s natural richness. It is a highly versatile dish that appeals to everyone at the table. Serve it alongside steamed white rice and a crisp side salad for a wholesome and complete dinner.
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