Tender Beef and Crisp Okra Rolls: An Exquisite Side Dish
Tender Beef and Crisp Okra Rolls: An Exquisite Side Dish
The Charm of Star-Shaped Okra! A Sophisticated Side Dish Recipe: Beef Rolls with Okra
Experience the exquisite harmony of okra, with its unique star shape, and tender, thinly sliced beef! Discover the recipe for beef rolls with okra, a special side dish made with okra, a healthy ingredient famously enjoyed by Cleopatra and Yang Guifei. This recipe creates a sophisticated dish perfect for dinner parties or special occasions, impressing your guests!
Main Ingredients- 6 fresh okra pods
- 200g thinly sliced beef brisket (thinly cut)
- 1 Tbsp coarse salt (for blanching okra)
Sweet & Savory Braising Sauce- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp water
- 2 Tbsp mirin or cooking sake
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (adjust sweetness to taste)
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 0.5 Tbsp vinegar (for a touch of acidity)
- 1 pinch black pepper (enhances flavor)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp water
- 2 Tbsp mirin or cooking sake
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (adjust sweetness to taste)
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 0.5 Tbsp vinegar (for a touch of acidity)
- 1 pinch black pepper (enhances flavor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients before you begin cooking. Using fresh okra and good quality thinly sliced beef brisket will result in a more delicious dish.
Step 2
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 1 tablespoon of coarse salt and the washed okra pods. Blanch the okra for about 30 seconds, then immediately remove and rinse under cold running water. Be careful not to over-blanch, as this can make the okra mushy. Rinsing in cold water helps maintain a crisp texture.
Step 3
Trim off just the very tips of the ends of the blanched okra. Avoid cutting too much, as this can affect the shape. Just trim the tips slightly.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to roll the okra with the beef. Lay out one slice of thinly sliced beef brisket. Place one okra pod at one end and roll it up tightly. If the beef doesn’t stick well, you can lightly sear the okra first to help it adhere.
Step 5
Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the beef and okra rolls to the dry pan (no oil needed). Sear them briefly until the beef is lightly browned on the outside. This step helps to lock in the beef’s flavor and secures the rolls.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, mirin, corn syrup, brown sugar, vinegar, and black pepper to create the braising sauce. Pour this sauce over the seared beef and okra rolls in the pan. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, basting the rolls with the sauce as it thickens and reduces. Be careful not to burn, and flip them occasionally.
Step 7
Once the sauce has beautifully coated and slightly thickened around the okra and beef, your delicious beef and okra rolls are ready! They’ll have a wonderful glossy finish.
Step 8
Slice the finished beef and okra rolls into bite-sized pieces and arrange them attractively on a serving plate. These make a wonderful side dish with rice or a delightful appetizer!
