SIRLOIN WITH CREAM SAUCE "SVÍČKOVÁ NA SMETANĚ" 🍀 CZECH TRADITIONAL MEAL

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

beef

💰Cheaper: pork

Pork is often more affordable than beef while still providing flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

flour

Cornstarch can thicken sauces without gluten.

Prepare the beef by trimming excess fat and tying it with kitchen twine for even cooking.

Heat butter and oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the beef and set aside. Add chopped onion, carrots, celery root, and root parsley to the pot.

Sauté the vegetables until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to combine, cooking for 1-2 minutes.

Add vinegar, bay leaves, allspice, and parsley to the pot, stirring well.

Return the beef to the pot and add enough water to cover the meat.

Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 2-3 hours until the beef is tender.

Remove the beef and strain the sauce, discarding the solids.

Stir in whipping cream, lemon juice, and sugar into the strained sauce.

Slice the beef and serve with the creamy sauce over cooked dumplings.

Cooking Techniques

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