Description
Tender beef slices smothered in deeply caramelized onions with a rich, savory-sweet glaze. This French-inspired dish transforms simple ingredients into an elegant, comforting meal perfect over mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Flank steak or sirloin, sliced into thin strips
- (Choose a tender cut for best results; flank steak is particularly flavorful and cost-effective.)
- 2 large Onions, thinly sliced
- (Sweet or yellow onions work best for caramelizing, giving a deep, rich flavor.)
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- (Fresh Garlic. Garlic adds a delightful aroma that brings the dish to life.)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- (I prefer extra virgin olive oil for cooking; it has a robust flavor.)
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- (For an earthy note; can substitute with 1 tsp dried thyme.)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- (Adjust seasoning according to your preference.)
Instructions
Caramelize Onions: Melt 2 tbsp butter with 1 tbsp oil in large skillet over medium-low. Add onions, sprinkle with brown sugar. Cook 30-40 mins, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown.,Prepare Beef: Season sliced beef with salt and pepper. Heat remaining oil in separate skillet over high heat. Sear beef in batches 1-2 mins per side. Set aside.,Deglaze: Add balsamic vinegar to onion pan, scraping up browned bits. Stir in broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Simmer 5 mins.,Combine: Return beef to skillet with onions. Add remaining 1 tbsp butter. Simmer 2-3 mins until heated through.,Serve: Discard bay leaf. Garnish with parsley. Serve over mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Notes
Onion Tip: Use mandoline for even slices,Make Ahead: Onions can be caramelized 3 days in advance,Wine Pairing: Serve with a bold red like Cabernet Sauvignon,Shortcut: Use pre-sliced beef for stir-fry,Vegetable Add: Sauté mushrooms with onions
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup beef + onions
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg