Portuguese Trinchado Recipe

Name: Portuguese Trinchado Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce or 2 -3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 -2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons margarine; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 kg cubed beef; 2 large onions, chopped; 3 -4 small hot red chili peppers, stemmed and chopped (retain the seeds); 6 -8 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons flour; 1 cup beef stock; 1 cup red wine or 1/2 cup brandy; 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon sugar; salt & freshly ground black pepper; bread, for dunking

Servings: persons

2 -3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce or 2 -3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 -2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 kg cubed beef
2 large onions, chopped
3 -4 small hot red chili peppers, stemmed and chopped (retain the seeds)
6 -8 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup beef stock
1 cup red wine or 1/2 cup brandy
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
salt & freshly ground black pepper
bread, for dunking

1
Marinate the beef in a mixture of Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce) and soy sauce for between 30 - 60 minutes. This will ensure that even the tougher cuts of meat are tender once cooked. Rinse marinade off meat before browning.
2
In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon margarine and 1 tablespoon oil. When the margarine is melted and sizzling, add about 1/4 of the beef and brown well. Remove the beef cubes from saucepan, place in a bowl and set aside. Repeat with the remainder of beef, but in batches. Add 1 tablespoon margarine and 1 tablespoon oil between the batches as needed. Each batch should brown for about 3 - 4 minutes so the juices are sealed within the cubes.
3
Reduce heat and add the onions, chili and their seeds, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until soft. Add the garlic and cook for another minute or so. Sprinkle the flour over the onion/garlic mixture and stir for about 2 minutes or until thick.
4
Add the stock, red wine (or brandy) and bay leaves. Stir until the sauce thickens and simmer for about 10 minutes.
5
Add the beef cubes together with any juices that may be in the bowl. Leave to simmer for about 20 minutes or until beef is tender and cooked. Season with salt and pepper.
6
Serve in bowls with fresh bread rolls and/or fries.

1094

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce or 2 -3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 -2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 3 tablespoons margarine, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Portuguese Trinchado Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews 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!