20-Min Beef & Vinegar Skillet
Quick sear of thin beef slices with tangy red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and caramelized onions—the German comfort classic stripped to its weeknight essence. Served over egg noodles or with crusty bread.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb beef sirloin or chuck, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
- ¾ cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 leaf bay leaf
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
- 2
Working in two batches, sear beef 90 seconds per side without stirring. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a plate.
- 3
In the same skillet, sauté sliced onion over medium until soft and edges turn golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add vinegar, broth, mustard, tomato paste, and bay leaf. Scrape up any brown bits from the bottom.
- 5
Return beef and any juices to the skillet. Simmer gently until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
- 6
Discard bay leaf. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve over noodles or with crusty bread.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
- cutting board
- knife
- wooden spoon
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