Looking for a beef recipe? Here are eight recipes that will help you cook up some delicious beef dishes! Whether you’re cooking for two or ten, these recipes will have something for everyone.
1. Beef and Broccoli
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. beef
- 1 head broccoli
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Cut beef into small pieces and place it on a baking sheet.
- Cut broccoli into small pieces and place on top of beef.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until vegetables are tender and beef is cooked through.
- Serve with warm tortillas, garnished with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Notes: You can substitute regular flour tortillas for corn tortillas if you prefer.
2. Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Ingredients:
- 1 pound beef
- 1 broccoli head, cut into small florets
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil over high heat. Add the beef and cook for about 1 minute per side until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add the broccoli to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes until tender. Return the beef to the pan and add the sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Cook for about 1 minute until heated through. Serve hot.
3. Beef Short Ribs
Ingredients:
- 4 pounds of beef short ribs
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup red wine
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine beef short ribs, onion, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together olive oil and chicken broth. Pour mixture over beef mixture. Gently fold in until well coated.
- Arrange beef in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
4. Beef Stew Crock Pot
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. beef stew meat
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
- cheddar cheese for topping
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the beef stew meat, onion, garlic, black beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, oregano, cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Spread the mixture into the crock pot and top with cheese shreds if desired. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Serve hot!
5. Corned Beef and Cabbage
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ pounds corned beef
- 1 head cabbage, cored and chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon of pepper
Instructions:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir until bubbly. Gradually add the beef broth, whisking constantly until smooth. Add the salt and pepper.
- Add the corned beef and cabbage to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
6. Garlic Beef Enchiladas
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup of salsa
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 8-10 cloves garlic, minced
- 8-10 flour tortillas
- Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a baking dish. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, black beans, salsa, onion, chili powder, and cumin. Mix well. Spoon mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through. Serve with shredded cheese if desired.
7. Ground Beef Dinner
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, diced tomatoes, green onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture into an even layer on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until the beef is cooked through. Serve hot!
8. Slow Cooker Beef Stew
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. beef stew meat
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions:
- Add the beef stew meat, onion, garlic, black beans, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir everything together well.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Serve with shredded cheese if desired.
Conclusion
Beef recipes are a fantastic way to enjoy this nutrient-rich meat. There are endless possibilities for recipes, so you can find one that fits your palate and lifestyle.
Be sure to try some of the recipes in this article, and let us know what you think!
