Beefs Portuguese Style
Description
Beef steaks are marinated in red wine, garlic and spices, then pan fried twice. The gravy is close to the one they use in Portuguese restaurants.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup red wine
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1/4 cup water
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10 cloves garlic, chopped
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1 tablespoon chile paste
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1/2 teaspoon white pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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6 (4 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks
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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.