PORTUGUESE STEAK

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A lot of my cooking is inspired from my Portuguese heritage. My hometown of Fall River, Massachusetts has a great Portuguese population. And we also have some amazing Portuguese restaurants that feature this dish. This is my version that I make at home.

Provided by Tara Pacheco

Categories     Steaks and Chops

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 8 ounce sirloin steak
olive oil
red wine vinegar
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 c dry white wine
1/2 packet dry gravy mix
1 Tbsp pimenta moida (crushed red pepper) - or to taste
GARNISH
2 fried eggs
2 slices large roasted red pepper

Steps:

  • 1. leave meat out to room temperature. season with salt & pepper. leave to tenderize (approximately 2 minutes)
  • 2. rub red wine vinegar on meat
  • 3. pour olive oil in skillet. when hot place meat in pan. add garlic, crushed red pepper, and one bay leaf to each steak. Add more oil if needed
  • 4. sear meat 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium rare.
  • 5. meanwhile, in a separate pan, fry 2 eggs (over medium)
  • 6. add your wine, then whisk in your dry gravy mix a little at a time.
  • 7. reduce the sauce to desired consistency.
  • 8. place roasted peppers and fried egg on top of meat. this dish is traditionally served with rice and fries.

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