Kremlin-Style Beef

Steps7

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   Step 1. Cut the beef

   Cut 1 kg beef into large chunks.

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   Step 2. Slice the onions

   Slice 6 onions into thin half-moons.

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   Step 3. Braise over low heat

   1 h

   In a large pot, add the sliced onions, cover with a lid, and cook over low heat for about 1 hour. The onions will release their own liquid and gradually caramelize, creating a rich braising base.

   The onions will caramelize and create their own braising liquid — no need to add water at this stage.
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   Step 4. Season the beef

   While the onions cook, season the beef chunks generously with salt.

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   Step 5. Add beef and aromatics

   After 1 hour, add the seasoned beef, 6 cloves garlic (whole), butter, olive oil, and sugar to the pot with the onions. Stir to combine.

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   Step 6. Simmer until tender

   1 h

   Cover the pot and continue to cook over low heat for another hour or until the beef is completely tender. Add 2 bay leaves and 3 sprigs of thyme during this stage.

   Bay leaf
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   Step 7. Serve with potatoes

   Serve the tender beef with mashed potatoes and plenty of the rich onion sauce from the pot.