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Brazilian Pan-Seared Beef Acebolado With Charred Onions

Name: Brazilian Pan-Seared Beef Acebolado With Charred Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 500 g halal sirloin steak, cut into thin strips; 2 unit yellow onions, thinly sliced into rings; 4 clove garlic, minced; 2 tbsp lime juice; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp unsalted butter; 0.25 cup halal beef broth; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

A quintessential Brazilian boteco favorite featuring tender marinated beef strips seared at high heat and tossed with pan-charred sweet onions and garlic.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min

Technique to learn

Acebolado Caramelization

Quick high-heat searing of seasoned meat followed by deglazing the pan juices directly into sliced onions to create a natural, savory onion gravy.

Instructions

Step 1: Combine beef strips, lime juice, half the minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl, marinating for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering.

Step 3: Add beef strips in a single layer and sear without moving for 2 minutes, then stir-fry for 2 more minutes until browned; transfer beef to a plate.

Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, melt butter in the skillet, and add sliced yellow onions with the remaining minced garlic.

Step 5: Sauté onions for 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until translucent, tender, and lightly charred along the edges.

Step 6: Pour halal beef broth into the skillet to deglaze the bottom, return beef and resting juices to the pan, toss together for 2 minutes, and stir in chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking tips

Do not overcrowd the pan when searing the beef to ensure a golden brown crust rather than steaming.
Use a heavy skillet such as cast iron for optimal heat retention and onion charring.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Brazilian; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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