Description
Sweet Jalapeno BEEF is a bold and flavorful dish featuring tender beef shoulder cubes simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce with fresh jalapenos, garlic, and soy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that excites your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of BEEF shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
- 3-4 fresh jalapenos, finely chopped (adjust based on your heat preference)
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and sear on all sides until browned.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, jalapenos, and ground ginger.
- Pour the sauce over the seared beef and stir to coat.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until beef is tender and sauce has thickened slightly.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with steamed rice or vegetables.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapenos to control the heat level.
- For extra flavor, marinate beef in the sauce for 1–2 hours before cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired