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Beef & Root Vegetable Skillet

A weeknight spin on Austrian tafelspitz: tender beef sirloin seared and finished with carrots, celery, and a bright horseradish-cream sauce. Real comfort, real fast.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
42g
Beef & Root Vegetable Skillet
comfortsimpleaustrianbeeftenderjuicyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat beef steaks dry. Season generously with salt and black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Sear beef 90 seconds per side without moving. Transfer to a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Add carrots and celery to the skillet, cook stirring 3 minutes until slightly softened.

  5. Step 5

    Pour in beef broth, return beef to the pan, cover, and simmer 6 minutes until vegetables are tender.

  6. Step 6

    Stir sour cream and horseradish together, swirl into the pan, and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • small bowl
  • slotted spoon

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