Beef with Lime and Capers Recipe

Name: Beef with Lime and Capers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Eggs; Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper; 1 pound Shredded Beef; 1 cup All-purpose Flour; 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 slices Onions; 2 cloves Garlic, Halved; 1/4 cups Drained Capers; 1 cup Chicken Stock; 2 whole Limes, Juiced; 1/2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter

Servings: persons

1
In a mixing bowl, beat the 2 eggs.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Add the shredded beef and mix well until all the meat is cover with the egg mixture.
4
Drain off any excess.
5
In a pan or baking sheet, add the flour and season with freshly ground pepper.
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Coat the beef with the seasoned flour.
7
Heat the olive oil in a large flat pan.
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Cook the beef for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown on both sides.
9
Drain on paper towels.
10
Using the same flat pan, add 2 slices of onions and the garlic cloves.
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Let them cook for about 2 minutes.
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Then, add the cappers and the chicken stock.
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Let the sauce cook for about 5 minutes or until reduced by half.
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Add the juice of the two limes and remove the pan from the heat.
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Whisk in the butter.
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Season with salt if needed.
17
Transfer the beef to a serving plate and pour in the sauce.
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Serve with a light salad.
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Buen provecho!
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Alba H. Rodriguez

698

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Eggs, Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper, 1 pound Shredded Beef, 1 cup All-purpose Flour, and more.

Yes, Beef with Lime and Capers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef with Lime and Capers

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