Savory Dutch Spice Delight

Introducing the delectable Dutch Spiced Beef, a savory masterpiece that effortlessly combines the rich flavors of beef round steak with a tantalizing blend of spices, creating a culinary symphony that’s perfect for a European-inspired weeknight feast. 🍽️✨

🕰️ Total Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes

👩‍🍳 Prep Time: None (Yes, you read that right – minimal prep hassle!)

🔥 Cook Time: Ah, let the magic happen in your kitchen!

🍖 Recipe Category: Meat

🔍 Keywords: Dutch, European, Weeknight, < 4 Hours

📊 Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 261.2
• Fat Content: 18.6g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 11.2g
• Cholesterol Content: 45.8mg
• Sodium Content: 874.2mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 23.6g
  • Fiber Content: 8g
  • Sugar Content: 12g
• Protein Content: 4.9g

🍽️ Servings: 4

Now, let’s embark on the culinary journey of crafting this mouthwatering delight! 🚀

Ingredients:

• 2 pieces of beef round steak
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 Spanish onion, sliced
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
• 1 1/2 bay leaves
• 1 whole clove
• 2 pimientos, sliced into strips

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Begin by cutting the beef round steak into 4 equally sized pieces.
   • Rub each piece with a tantalizing blend of salt and pepper, ensuring the spices infuse every inch.

2. Sear to Perfection:

   • Heat up a generous 6 tablespoons of butter in a large frying pan, letting it reach a tantalizing sizzle without browning.
   • Sear the beef on both sides until a glorious golden brown hue adorns each piece. Once achieved, transfer the beef to a waiting platter.

3. Embrace the Onion Symphony:

   • Into the same frying pan, introduce the sliced Spanish onions. Let them dance in the flavors left behind by the beef, creating a light and aromatic melody. Once done, gracefully remove the onions from the pan.

4. Deglaze and Reunite:

   • Pour a cup of water into the frying pan, gracefully scraping the bottom to release any bits of beef that might have clung.
   • Reintroduce the seared beef to the pan, covering it with the sautéed onion slices.

5. The Spice Waltz:

   • Time to add the enchanting trio of vinegar, prepared mustard, and the aromatic duo of bay leaf and whole cloves. Let these spices infuse their magic into the concoction.

6. Slow Dance of Flavors:

   • Cover the pan and let the symphony simmer and meld for a patient 1.5 hours. Tenderize the meat with occasional turns every half an hour, allowing the flavors to harmonize to perfection.

7. Plating Extravaganza:

   • With the cooking symphony reaching its crescendo, delicately place the steaks on a grand serving platter.
   • Bid adieu to the bay leaf and cloves, allowing the onions to shine. Gracefully arrange them on the platter, creating a visual masterpiece.

8. Finale – Garnish and Serve:

   • In a grand finale, garnish each steak with one spiced onion and three strips of vibrant pimientos. Let the colors and flavors captivate your senses.

Congratulations! You’ve just orchestrated a culinary masterpiece – the Dutch Spiced Beef! 🌟 Serve with joy and savor every bite of this European-inspired delight. Your taste buds are in for a treat! 🎉🍷