Melt-in-Your-Mouth Beef: Cooking Tough Meat to Perfection

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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Beef

Introduction

Transform even the toughest cuts of beef into tender, melt-in-your-mouth morsels with this easy recipe. By using a combination of slow cooking and flavorful ingredients, you can create a dish that’s both succulent and delicious. Follow these simple steps to enjoy perfectly cooked beef.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef (2.2 lbs)
  • 1 white onion, sliced into fillets
  • 100g butter (7 tbsp)
  • 50ml water (3 1/3 tbsp)
  • Apple vinegar (to taste)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped

Nutrition Information

  • Serving Size: 1 portion (1/6 of the recipe)
  • Number of Servings: 6
  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
  • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 20g

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Meat

  1. Cut 1 kg of beef into large pieces.

Step 2: Initial Cooking

  1. Place the pieces of meat in a pan.
  2. Pour in 50ml of water and add the sliced onion.
  3. Add 100g of butter to the pan.
  4. Bring to a boil over high heat with the lid on.

Step 3: Slow Cooking

  1. Once the meat begins to cook, lower the heat to medium-low.
  2. Continue cooking with the lid on for about 90 minutes. Ensure the meat is simmering gently to tenderize.

Step 4: Seasoning

  1. After 90 minutes, season the meat with:
    • Two teaspoons of salt.
    • A pinch of black pepper.
    • Two chopped garlic cloves.
    • A teaspoon of apple vinegar.

Step 5: Final Touch

  1. Stir the seasonings into the meat, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  2. Continue to cook for an additional 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6: Serve

  1. Plate the tender beef morsels and enjoy.

Tips

  • For added flavor, consider adding herbs like rosemary or thyme during the slow cooking process.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • For extra tenderness, you can marinate the beef in apple vinegar for a few hours before cooking.

Conclusion

This method for cooking tough beef ensures that it becomes tender and flavorful, perfect for any meal. By using slow cooking and the right seasonings, you can turn a tough cut of meat into a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth dish. Enjoy the rich flavors and the satisfying texture of perfectly cooked beef. Happy cooking!