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Beefs Portuguese Style

SUBMITTED BY: DARMYST

"This is a recipe that I got from my mother-in-law. She doesn't measure, so it took me a while to get it close. The gravy is close to the one they use in Portuguese restaurants."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 32 stars. This recipe average a 4.3 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  20 Min
READY IN  30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 3/4 cup red wine
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 10 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chile paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 (4 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium bowl, combine red wine, water, garlic, chile paste, white pepper and salt. Add beef, and turn to coat evenly.
  2. In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, fry 3 steaks for 2 minutes on each side; Set steaks aside, and drain liquids into the red wine mixture. Repeat with remaining beef.
  3. Pour oil into skillet, and reduce heat to medium-low. Fry steaks for a second time, 2 minutes on each side. Drain oil, and return all steaks and marinade to the pan. Allow to boil for 2 minutes.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 6, 2004 by LISETEH
This is a traditional portuguese dish. My mom makes it all the time and she serves it 2... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 7, 2004 by CYCLECAT
This was incredibly good, but, be warned, not for the faint of heart where garlic is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 7, 2004 by GEROKENNY
I was in Portugal this summer & had this dish. I have added some Balsamic vinegar to give it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2003 by ESGRAHAM
I really enjoyed this recipe. Will make again. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 7, 2004 by DAWNSLOAN
I thought this was fantastic! I actually just used cube steak in an effort to be frugal this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 30, 2007 by Dree
I made this for a small dinner party and the beef turned out absolutely fantastic that my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 3, 2004 by TIA1966
Just enough spice to add a kick. Saute assorted peppers and onions for a nice side over white... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 15, 2005 by LIFTINGHANDS
not a lot of flavor. Wont be making again. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 11, 2004 by DSILMAN
Easy preparation and the stakes come out really tender. Make sure not to over cook MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2004 by LESLEYfromWI
This was an amazing dish! I agree with one of the other reviewers that you should make sure... MORE

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