Southwestern Beef for 2 Recipe

Name: Southwestern Beef for 2
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb beef round steak, 1 to 2 inches thick; 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon salad oil; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 dash marjoram or 1 dash basil; ¼ cup water; 1 tablespoon butter; ⅓ cup raisins; 2 small tomatoes, peeled and cut into wedges; pickled jalapeno pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cut about 10 small slits in meat with tip of knife; insert a garlic slice in each.
2
Heat oil in 8-inch skillet; brown meat over medium heat, about 15 miutes.
3
Drain off fat.
4
Add salt, marjoram and water, heat to boiling.
5
Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer until tender, 1 to 1-1/2 hours.
6
(Add small amount of water if necessary.
7
).
8
Melt butter in small saucepan.
9
Add raisins and tomatoes; cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until hot,a bout 5 minutes.
10
Pour around steak and garnish with peppers.
11
A 3/4 pound steak cooks in about 45 minutes.

451

kcal

Calories

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb beef round steak, 1 to 2 inches thick, 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon salad oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Beef for 2 falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southwestern Beef for 2

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Variations & substitutions

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