Recipe: Staffordshire Beef Steaks ๐ฅฉ
Description: At the beginning of the 19th century, Mrs. Maria Rundell’s best-selling book ‘A New System of Domestic Cookery’ was published. It contained a number of regional recipes including this one from Staffordshire.
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 yummy steaks
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Beef steaks |
| – | Salt |
| – | Black pepper |
| 1/2 | Plain flour |
| 1 | Bacon drippings |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Worcestershire sauce |
| 15 | Beef stock (fluid oz) |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 35.9
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 409.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 1.6g
- Protein: 1.9g
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare the Steaks: Start by flattening the steaks with a rolling pin to tenderize them. Season each steak generously with salt and black pepper, and then dust them lightly with plain flour, ensuring each steak is evenly coated.
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Fry the Onion: In a frying pan, melt the bacon drippings over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until golden and fragrant, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
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Brown the Steaks: Once the onion is golden, add the prepared steaks to the pan. Brown the steaks on both sides, allowing them to develop a rich, caramelized crust, which adds depth of flavor to the dish.
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Simmer with Stock: Pour the beef stock into the pan, ensuring it covers the steaks halfway. Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the steaks to simmer gently in the flavorful stock for 1 to 1ยฝ hours, or until they are tender and cooked to perfection. The slow simmering process allows the meat to become incredibly tender and infused with savory flavors.
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Add Worcestershire Sauce: Just before serving, stir in the Worcestershire sauce, adding a delightful tanginess and depth of flavor to the dish. Adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve: Arrange the succulent steaks, overlapping, on a heated serving dish. Pour the rich pan gravy over them, ensuring each steak is generously coated. Serve immediately, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes and your favorite green vegetable for a comforting and satisfying meal.
This classic Staffordshire beef steak recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion. With its simple yet flavorful ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, it’s sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Enjoy the hearty goodness of tender beef steaks infused with the rich flavors of onion, bacon drippings, and Worcestershire sauce, all simmered to perfection in a savory beef stock. Serve it up with creamy mashed potatoes and your favorite green vegetable for a complete and satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
