20-Min Kansas City Beef Skillet
Sliced beef sirloin glazed in KC-style BBQ sauce with dark brown sugar and molasses, finished with a sharp vinegar punch. Ready in 20 minutes—no slow cooker required.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 445
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- ¾ cup ketchup
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- 1
Whisk ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, molasses, and smoked paprika in a bowl until sugar dissolves.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Working in two batches, sear beef 2 minutes per side without stirring—edges should look caramelized. Transfer to a plate.
- 4
Pour sauce into the skillet, scraping up browned bits. Return beef and toss to coat, stirring for 2 minutes until glossy.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot over rice or with cornbread.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- 12-inch skillet
- whisk
- tongs
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