Portuguese Steak Recipe

Name: Portuguese Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 (8 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick); salt; pepper; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup red wine; 1 1/2 teaspoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces, room temperature; 2 slices prosciutto, chopped; 2 tablespoons parsley

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
2 (8 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick)
salt
pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup red wine
1 1/2 teaspoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces, room temperature
2 slices prosciutto, chopped
2 tablespoons parsley

1
In a small bowl combine vinegar and garlic. Let stand 10 minutes.
2
Pat steaks dry and then sprinkle with salt and pepper on both sides.
3
Rub vinegar mixture into steaks. Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes (or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to one hour).
4
In a skillet over medium heat melt butter with oil.
5
Add steaks and cook to desired doneness (5-10 minutes per side). Transfer steaks to plates and cover with foil to keep warm.
6
Pour off fat from skillet.
7
Put skillet on high heat and stir in wine, scraping up browned bits. Boil for 3 minutes or unti it is syrupy.
8
Whisk in tomato paste. Remove from heat.
9
Whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons butter (1 piece at a time), incorporating in sauce.
10
Stir in prosciutto and parsley.
11
Spoon sauce over steaks.

285

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 garlic clove, minced, 2 (8 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks (1 inch thick), salt, and more.

Yes, Portuguese Steak 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Portuguese Steak

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Variations & substitutions

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