Svickova na smetane is a traditional Czech dish consisting of beef sirloin sautéed with creamy sauce made from the meat juices and smetana (sour cream). This hearty meal is rich in flavor and typically served with steamed potatoes or noodles. Here’s a simple recipe to prepare this delicious Czech specialty:
Ingredients:
– 1 lb beef sirloin, cut into strips
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– 2 tbsp vegetable oil
– 2 tbsp butter
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup dry white wine
– 1 cup smetana (sour cream)
– Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions:
- Season the beef strips with salt and pepper.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil and butter. Once melted and sizzling, add the seasoned beef strips and sear on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the white wine to the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Let the sauce simmer until slightly reduced, about 2-3 minutes.
Return the seared beef to the pan, and add enough smetana to coat the meat evenly. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the beef.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or white wine if needed.
- Serve the Svickova na smetane on a bed of steamed potatoes or noodles, and garnish with fresh dill for a pop of flavor.
Enjoy your traditional Czech meal!
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