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20-Min KC BBQ Beef Bowl

Tender sliced beef, tangy-sweet KC sauce, and crispy onion strings over a loaded sheet pan. Real brisket-style flavor in 20 minutes using thin-sliced deli beef.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
38g
20-Min KC BBQ Beef Bowl
comfortsatisfyingamericanbeeftendercrispyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Stir ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and smoked paprika in a bowl until sugar dissolves, ~1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Add beef slices in a single layer and sear without stirring until edges brown, ~2 minutes per side.

  4. Step 4

    Pour BBQ sauce over beef and toss until coated, then remove from heat, ~1 minute.

  5. Step 5

    Toss coleslaw mix with 1 tbsp vinegar and a pinch of salt; divide between plates.

  6. Step 6

    Top slaw with glazed beef, drizzle pan sauce, and scatter crispy onions. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • bowl
  • spoon or tongs

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