Beef Dinner is a simple, hearty meal you can make with basic ingredients.
introduction – Beef Dinner
Beef Dinner is warm and filling and works for weeknights or a relaxed weekend supper.
If you enjoy slow-cooked beef, you might also like the flavorful apple cider braised beef with mushrooms and potatoes for another tasty spin.
why make this recipe – Beef Dinner
Beef Dinner is quick to start and low fuss through cooking.
It uses common pantry items and lets you add your favorite vegetables.
how to make Beef Dinner
Follow these steps to make the Beef Dinner. Keep the heat steady and watch the beef so it stays tender.
Ingredients :
- 1 lb beef (your choice of cut)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetables of your choice (e.g., carrots, bell peppers, broccoli)
- Fresh herbs (e.g., rosemary or thyme) for garnish
Directions :
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the beef and set aside. In the same skillet, add onions and garlic. Sauté until softened.
- Add beef broth and soy sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Return the beef to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and cooked through.
- Add vegetables to the skillet during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
For a quicker, pan-style move, check a stir-fry idea like the beef broccoli mushroom stir fry that uses similar flavors.
how to serve Beef Dinner
Serve slices of the beef with the cooked vegetables on the side.
Add mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
how to store Beef Dinner
Cool the beef to room temperature before storing.
Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3–4 days.
Reheat gently on the stove or in the oven to keep the beef tender.
tips to make Beef Dinner
- Buy a cut that becomes tender with slow cooking, like chuck or round.
- Pat the beef dry before searing to get a good brown crust.
- Add vegetables later so they stay crisp-tender.
- Taste the sauce at the end and adjust salt or soy sauce as needed.
For a different finish, see the rich gravy ideas in the beef meatballs with onion mushroom gravy recipe.
variation (if any) – Beef Dinner
- Make it spicy: add red pepper flakes or a dash of chili sauce.
- Make it Italian: add tomatoes and rosemary for a tomato-braised beef.
- Make it Asian: stir in a little hoisin or oyster sauce and serve with rice.
FAQs – Beef Dinner
Q: What cut of beef is best for this Beef Dinner?
A: Use chuck, round, or any cut that softens with slow cooking. These give good flavor and stay tender.
Q: Can I use a slow cooker for this Beef Dinner?
A: Yes. Sear first, then transfer to a slow cooker with the liquids and cook on low for 6–8 hours.
Q: What pan or tool helps most for this Beef Dinner?
A: A good heavy skillet or oven-safe pan works best. If you need one, Buy it here.
Q: How do I keep vegetables from getting too soft?
A: Add them in the last 10 minutes of cooking so they stay slightly crisp and bright.
Q: Can I freeze leftover Beef Dinner?
A: Yes. Cool completely, use freezer-safe containers, and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat slowly to avoid drying out.
Beef Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb beef (your choice of cut) Cuts that become tender with slow cooking, like chuck or round.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing the beef.
- 1 onion, chopped For flavor.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced For flavor.
- 1 cup beef broth For cooking liquid.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
- Vegetables of your choice (e.g., carrots, bell peppers, broccoli) Add in the last 10 minutes.
- Fresh herbs (e.g., rosemary or thyme) for garnish Optional for serving.
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the beef and set aside. In the same skillet, add onions and garlic. Sauté until softened.
- Add beef broth and soy sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Return the beef to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and cooked through.
- Add vegetables to the skillet during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
