Spiced Beef Recipe
Description:
In the bygone eras, spicing meat was more than just flavoring; it was a method of preservation. Embrace tradition and elevate your holiday table with this tantalizing Spiced Beef recipe. Sliced thinly and served with zesty mustard and crisp gherkins, it’s a culinary masterpiece that will leave your guests craving for more. Despite its lengthy prep time, fear not, for this recipe is remarkably straightforward. Just follow the steps, and you’ll soon realize how effortless it truly is.
Ingredients:
- 7 bottom round steaks
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/3 cup black peppercorns
- 1/3 cup allspice berry
- 1/3 cup water
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 553.7
- Fat: 33.3g
- Saturated Fat: 12.9g
- Cholesterol: 145.2mg
- Sodium: 8104.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 15.3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 15.1g
- Protein: 45.6g
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 240 hours (10 days)
- Total Time: 245 hours 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Recipe Instructions:
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Day 1:
- Place the bottom round steaks in a crock with a cover.
- Rub the steaks thoroughly with ยฝ cup of dark brown sugar.
- Chill the meat.
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Day 2:
- Repeat the process by rubbing the remaining ยฝ cup of dark brown sugar over the steaks.
- Chill again.
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Day 3:
- On the third day, combine the black peppercorns, allspice berry, and sea salt. Crush them together.
- Massage this spice mixture into the meat.
- Chill once more.
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Days 4-10:
- Massage and turn the meat every day for the next 10 days.
- This process is quick, taking approximately 30 seconds each day.
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Cooking Day:
- When ready to cook, wipe off excess spices from the meat. Alternatively, leave some spices on for a pastrami-like flavor.
- Place the meat into a casserole dish, ensuring it fits snugly.
- Pour in 1 cup of water.
- Cover the dish with a piece of wax paper under the lid.
- Roast the meat at 290ยฐF for 5 ยฝ hours.
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Cooling and Chilling:
- Allow the beef to cool in its juices.
- Once cooled, remove the beef from the casserole.
- Wrap it in wax paper and place it on a rimmed tray.
- Cover the beef with another tray or a small board.
- Weight it down with approximately 5 lbs of cans.
- Chill overnight.
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Serving:
- The next day, unwrap the beef.
- The beef will have packed down during chilling.
- Slice it thinly and serve with an assortment of mustards.
Keywords: Meat, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, For Large Groups
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Spiced Beef, a dish that harks back to ancient culinary traditions while still delighting modern palates. With its tender texture and aromatic spices, it’s bound to become a holiday favorite in your household. Enjoy the process of preparing this dish, and savor the joy it brings to your table. ๐๐
