Braised Beef With Lime-Cilantro Mayonnaise

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 5

Braised Beef With Lime-Cilantro Mayonnaise - A Tender and Zesty Meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

120 min

Ready In

130 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 lbs round steaks , raw , 3/4 to 1 inch thick
	2 cups onions , coarsely chopped
	1 1/2 cups water
	1/2 cup mayonnaise
	1/4 cup lime juice ( juice of 1 lime )
	2 tablespoons fresh cilantro , finely chopped
	1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
	1 lime , cut into 8 wedges ( for garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

23g

Braised beef with Lime-Cilantro Mayonnaise is a flavorful and zesty recipe that takes less time to prepare than the final result suggests. Thin-cut round steaks are cooked slowly in the oven until they become tender and flavorful. The bright green mayonnaise infused with lime juice and fresh cilantro provides a welcome contrast. This recipe is perfect for those looking to expand their cooking skills and enjoy a restaurant-style dish at home. The recipe serves 4 and is perfect for date nights or as a family dinner.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Place steaks and onion in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish.
3.	Combine water, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, stirring well.
4.	Pour over steak mixture, and cover with aluminum foil.
5.	Bake at 350°F for 2 hours or until tender.
6.	Remove from oven and let cool.
7.	Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, and ground red pepper in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
8.	Serve with sliced beef and lime wedges.

PROS

This meal is deliciously zesty, moist, and tender.
The lime-cilantro mayonnaise adds flavor and color, making the beef dish look and taste restaurant-grade.

Beef is a great source of protein, helps build and repair muscle tissues, supports healthy bones, and boosts the immune system.

CONS

This recipe requires a 2-hour cooking time, making it more suitable on weekends or when having more time.

Round steaks, although cheaper cuts of beef, can be tough when not cooked low and slow.
It is essential to cook them long enough until they become tender.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein, vitamins B12, B6, and zinc.
It provides bioavailable iron, essential for healthy red blood cell formation. Additionally, beef is known to be a food with high satiety, providing feelings of fullness and reduced energy intake.