Taste of PNG S1 - Episode 1, 2016

beef steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often more affordable.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper has a similar flavor profile, while paprika is less spicy.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs provide flavor with a longer shelf life, while frozen is often less expensive.

Season the beef steak with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add the beef steak to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.

In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic and chopped onion.

Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.

Add sliced bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini to the skillet.

Cook the vegetables until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour soy sauce over the vegetables and stir to combine.

Slice the rested steak against the grain and arrange on a plate.

Top the steak with the sautéed vegetables and drizzle with any remaining sauce.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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