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Trinidadian Amchar Spiced Halal Beef Skillet With Cassava

Name: Trinidadian Amchar Spiced Halal Beef Skillet With Cassava
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Trinidadian
Ingredients: 500 g Halal beef sirloin, thinly sliced into strip cutlets; 400 g Boiled cassava chunks, peeled, boiled tender, and cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 tbsp Trinidadian green seasoning, blend of culantro, garlic, scallions, and thyme; 1.5 tbsp Amchar masala powder; 0.5 tsp Scotch bonnet pepper, deseeded and finely minced; 1 medium Yellow onion, thinly sliced; 0.5 cup Halal beef broth; 2 tbsp Coconut oil

Thinly sliced halal beef sirloin seared with aromatic Trinidadian amchar spices, tossed with tender boiled cassava and fresh green herbs for a savory, hearty dish.

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 40 min

Technique to learn

Amchar Dry-Blooming

Briefly cooking ground roasted spice blends directly in hot oil to unlock maximum flavor and fragrance before adding liquid.

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine sliced halal beef sirloin with 2 tablespoons of green seasoning and half of the amchar masala powder, turning to coat evenly, and let sit for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Heat coconut oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.

Step 3: Add the sliced yellow onion and remaining amchar masala to the skillet, sautéing for 2 minutes until onions soften and spices release their aroma.

Step 4: Increase heat to high, add the marinated beef in a single layer, and cook without moving for 3 minutes until deep golden crust forms.

Step 5: Stir in the boiled cassava chunks, minced scotch bonnet pepper, remaining green seasoning, and halal beef broth, reducing heat to medium.

Step 6: Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid coats the beef and cassava in a glossy sauce before serving.

Cooking tips

Handle scotch bonnet peppers with gloves and remove seeds to control spicy heat.
Ensure cassava is thoroughly boiled until fork-tender before adding it to the quick-cooking beef skillet.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Trinidadian; 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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