Beef in Creamy Paprika Sauce
450kcal
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 1 pound Beef sirloin or flank steak essential for that tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture
- to taste Salt enhances the beef’s natural flavors
- to taste Pepper enhances the beef’s natural flavors
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil helps achieve that beautiful golden crust on the beef
- 1 medium Onion adds a sweet and savory depth
- 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced is best for aroma
- 2 tablespoons Paprika the star spice for flavor and color
- 1 cup Beef broth enriches the sauce
- 1 cup Heavy cream provides a luxuriously creamy texture
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard adds a subtle tanginess
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce enhances the umami richness
For Garnish
- to taste Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness
Method
Steps
- Season the sliced beef with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil until shimmering.
- Cook the beef strips in a single layer for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the chopped onion in the same skillet for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and paprika, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring this mixture to a simmer.
- Mix in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring well to combine.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet and stir to coat it in the sauce. Allow it to simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Serve the Beef in Creamy Paprika Sauce over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
Serving1servingCalories450kcalCarbohydrates10gProtein30gFat35gSaturated Fat20gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat8gCholesterol100mgSodium800mgPotassium700mgFiber1gSugar2gVitamin A500IUVitamin C5mgCalcium50mgIron3mg
Notes
Ensure your beef is sliced against the grain for tenderness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Simmer the sauce gently to prevent curdling the cream.