Description
Succulent balsamic beef melts hearts with its rich, complex flavors dancing across your palate. Caramelized edges and glossy reduction promise a culinary journey that elevates your dinner from ordinary to extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 500 grams (1 pound) Beef
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
Vegetables:
- 1 Onion
- 1/2 Red bell pepper
- 1/2 Green bell pepper
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 Garlic clove (large) or 2 Garlic cloves (small)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
- Tenderize the beef by incorporating baking soda, massaging thoroughly to break down protein fibers. Allow the meat to rest and absorb the treatment for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Create a vibrant glaze by whisking together minced garlic, aromatic spices, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and chili sauce in a mixing vessel. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Thoroughly rinse the beef to remove baking soda residue, then meticulously pat dry with paper towels to ensure optimal searing conditions.
- Heat a skillet over high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Sear beef pieces for precisely 2 minutes on each side, developing a rich golden-brown crust that locks in moisture.
- Reduce skillet temperature and introduce finely sliced onions, cooking until they become translucent and slightly caramelized.
- Add colorful bell peppers to the skillet, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes to maintain their crisp texture and vibrant color.
- Reintroduce the perfectly seared beef to the vegetable medley, then pour the prepared balsamic glaze over the ingredients.
- Gently combine all components, allowing the sauce to simmer and reduce for 8-10 minutes, ensuring the beef absorbs the complex flavor profile and remains tender.
- Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow flavors to fully integrate.
Notes
- Tenderize meat by using baking soda, which breaks down protein fibers and ensures a softer, more succulent beef texture.
- Rinsing the beef after baking soda marinade removes excess sodium and prevents any unwanted alkaline taste in the final dish.
- Control heat while searing to achieve a perfect caramelized exterior without burning the meat, creating a delicious golden-brown crust.
- Adjust sauce spiciness by modifying red pepper flakes and chili sauce quantities, making the recipe adaptable for different heat preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg