Beef with Onions (Bife Acebolado)

Beef with Onions, or Bife Acebolado in Portuguese, is a popular dish in Brazilian cuisine featuring tender beef strips cooked with onions in a savory sauce. This recipe highlights the sweetness of caramelized onions, which enhances the overall flavor. Enjoy this dish over rice or alongside mashed potatoes for a delicious meal that offers comforting tastes and textures.

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Marinate the beef slices with soy sauce, paprika, and black pepper for 30 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced onions and garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 8 to 10 minutes until caramelized.
4. Push onions to the side, then add marinated beef slices and cook until browned, about 3 to 5 minutes per side.
5. Combine the onions and beef in the skillet, cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes until beef is cooked through.
6. Serve the beef and onions hot over rice or with mashed potatoes.

Keywords: Dinner, Sauté, Beef

Spice Rack: Paprika, Black Pepper

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