Beef Tenderloin In Caramelized Sugar

1. 1

   Put a 10-inch skillet over high heat.

2. 2

   Wait a minute.

3. 3

   Add meat, and brown on both sides.

4. 4

   Turn off heat, and place steaks on plate.

5. 5

   A minute later, add sugar to pan, and turn heat to medium.

6. 6

   Cook, gently shaking pan, until sugar liquefies and begins to bubble.

7. 7

   Cook another minute until it darkens, then turn off heat.

8. 8

   Mix nam pla with 1/2 cup water.

9. 9

   Carefully add liquid, and turn heat to medium-high.

10. 10

    Cook, stirring constantly, until caramel melts into liquid.

11. 11

    Add onions, and cook, stirring, about 5 minutes.

12. 12

    Stir in any liquid that has accumulated around meat.

13. 13

    Stir in black pepper, and return meat to pan.

14. 14

    Cook over medium heat, turning meat once in a while, until it is done to your liking (about 5 to 8 minutes for medium-rare).

15. 15

    Taste, and adjust seasoning, then serve, spooning onions and sauce over each steak.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.