RCI-SP.004.0030.001
Beef Paprikas
Beef Paprikas from the Recidemia collection
Prep20 min
Cook15 min
Total35 min
Servings4
Difficultyadvanced
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp
- onions; chopped2 large
- 1 large
- 1 lb
- 2 tbsp
- paprika - preferably Hungarian sweet1½ tbsp
- beef stock or canned unsalted broth2½ cups
- 1 tbsp
- ¾ cup
- 3 tbsp
- center-cut beef tenderloin1¾ lbscut into ¼-to ½-inch thick slices slices, halved lengthwise
- ¼ cup
- 1 unit
Method
1
Heat 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until melted and foaming.
2
Add the chopped onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to turn golden.
6 minutes
3
Stir in the chopped green bell pepper and sliced mushrooms, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables release their liquid.
5 minutes
4
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a light roux.
2 minutes
5
Add the Hungarian sweet paprika and stir vigorously for 30 seconds to bloom the spice and prevent scorching.
1 minutes
6
Pour in the beef stock, tomato paste, and dry white wine, stirring well to dissolve the tomato paste and combine all ingredients smoothly.
7
Increase heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to maintain a steady, low simmer.
8
While the sauce simmers, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a separate large skillet over medium-high heat until hot and foaming.
9
Working in batches to avoid crowding, add the beef tenderloin slices to the skillet and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly browned; transfer to a plate.
2 minutes
10
Add the seared beef and any accumulated juices to the simmering sauce, stirring gently to combine, then simmer for 35-40 minutes until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
37 minutes
11
Remove the pot from heat and let cool for 2-3 minutes, then stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated, being careful not to overheat or the cream may curdle.
12
Taste and adjust seasoning with paprika or salt as needed, then stir in the fresh dill and chopped tomatoes if using; serve immediately in shallow bowls with crusty bread or egg noodles.