To prepare a delicious recipe of meat with mushrooms and sauce, we start by ensuring that all the ingredients are properly prepared. First, the meat is carefully trimmed of any fat fibers to achieve a healthier and tastier dish. Then, the slices of meat are lightly beaten with a meat mallet so that they become tender and cook evenly. It is essential that this step is done correctly to achieve a pleasant texture.
After finishing with the meat, we turn our attention to the vegetables. The onion is peeled, washed under a stream of cold water, and then finely chopped so that it caramelizes perfectly during cooking. The tomatoes, on the other hand, are peeled and then finely chopped. These will add a fresh note and wonderful flavor to the final sauce.
In a large skillet, we put a little oil and heat it over medium heat. The slices of meat, after being dredged in flour, are added to the hot oil. It is important to fry them on both sides until we achieve a golden crust, which will give a special flavor to the dish. Once fried, we remove the slices of meat onto a plate and cover them with aluminum foil to keep them warm.
The oil from the skillet is transferred to another container, and any burnt meat residues are scraped off to avoid a bitter taste. In the same oil, we add the chopped onion and tomatoes, frying everything until the onion becomes translucent. If you choose to use canned mushrooms, they should be washed well under cold water to remove excess salt. The cleaned mushrooms are added to the mixture of onion and tomatoes, and then seasoned with salt, pepper, and thyme to enhance the flavor.
After about 10 minutes of cooking, the fried pieces of meat are added along with the juices that have drained from them. Two glasses of water are poured over the ingredients and left to simmer on low heat. It is essential to stir occasionally with a wooden spoon to prevent the sauce from burning at the bottom of the pot. If necessary, add more water to maintain an ideal consistency.
When the meat becomes tender and juicy, the heat is turned off. The sauce should be thick and consistent, but not so much that it completely covers the meat and mushrooms. This dish can be served with a side of mashed potatoes, which will perfectly complement the rich flavors of the sauce and the textures of the meat. Enjoy your meal!
After finishing with the meat, we turn our attention to the vegetables. The onion is peeled, washed under a stream of cold water, and then finely chopped so that it caramelizes perfectly during cooking. The tomatoes, on the other hand, are peeled and then finely chopped. These will add a fresh note and wonderful flavor to the final sauce.
In a large skillet, we put a little oil and heat it over medium heat. The slices of meat, after being dredged in flour, are added to the hot oil. It is important to fry them on both sides until we achieve a golden crust, which will give a special flavor to the dish. Once fried, we remove the slices of meat onto a plate and cover them with aluminum foil to keep them warm.
The oil from the skillet is transferred to another container, and any burnt meat residues are scraped off to avoid a bitter taste. In the same oil, we add the chopped onion and tomatoes, frying everything until the onion becomes translucent. If you choose to use canned mushrooms, they should be washed well under cold water to remove excess salt. The cleaned mushrooms are added to the mixture of onion and tomatoes, and then seasoned with salt, pepper, and thyme to enhance the flavor.
After about 10 minutes of cooking, the fried pieces of meat are added along with the juices that have drained from them. Two glasses of water are poured over the ingredients and left to simmer on low heat. It is essential to stir occasionally with a wooden spoon to prevent the sauce from burning at the bottom of the pot. If necessary, add more water to maintain an ideal consistency.
When the meat becomes tender and juicy, the heat is turned off. The sauce should be thick and consistent, but not so much that it completely covers the meat and mushrooms. This dish can be served with a side of mashed potatoes, which will perfectly complement the rich flavors of the sauce and the textures of the meat. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients
7-8 slices (about one finger thick) of lean beef, 3-4 small tomatoes, 2 medium-sized onions, salt, pepper, and thyme to taste, oil (I used coconut oil), 4 small cans of mushrooms (or about 400g of fresh mushrooms), flour.