Steak with Smothered Caramelized Onion (Bistec Encebollado) Recipe

Name: Steak with Smothered Caramelized Onion (Bistec Encebollado)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds beef tenderloin, choice grade, trimmed of fat; 1/2 cup olive oil, divided, plus 2 tablespoons; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; Dash dried oregano leaves; 3 tablespoons adobo seasoning (equal parts garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and salt)*, divided; 2 large white onions, sliced in rings; 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 stick unsalted butter; *Cook's Note: You can use store-bought without MSG.

Servings: persons

2 pounds beef tenderloin, choice grade, trimmed of fat
1/2 cup olive oil, divided, plus 2 tablespoons
2 tablespoons minced garlic
Dash dried oregano leaves
3 tablespoons adobo seasoning (equal parts garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and salt)*, divided
2 large white onions, sliced in rings
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1 cup chicken stock
1 stick unsalted butter
*Cook's Note: You can use store-bought without MSG.

1
Cut beef tenderloin into 3-ounce medallions and pound to form scaloppini.
2
In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, oregano, and 2 tablespoons adobo.
3
Add the meat, stirring to coat evenly.
4
Place in the refrigerator and let marinate for at least 12 hours.
5
In a saute pan, heat the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil over medium-high heat.
6
Add the onions and saute until golden brown.
7
Add vinegar, chicken stock, and butter, and let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Season with 1 tablespoon adobo, or more to taste.
9
Keep warm.
10
In another large saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat.
11
Add beef scaloppini and quickly saute for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
12
Remove from heat.
13
To serve, layer the beef scaloppini and the onion mixture and repeat layers 1 more time.
14
Ladle the broth from the onions over top as a sauce.
15
Serve immediately.

1168

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 pounds beef tenderloin, choice grade, trimmed of fat, 1/2 cup olive oil, divided, plus 2 tablespoons, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, Dash dried oregano leaves, and more.

Yes, Steak with Smothered Caramelized Onion (Bistec Encebollado) 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.

Steak with Smothered Caramelized Onion (Bistec Encebollado)

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