Coffee-Orange Glazed Beef Strips
🥩 Beef
Intermediate

Coffee-Orange Glazed Beef Strips

An original beef recipe featuring juicy strips of beef seared and finished in a glossy reduction of coffee, orange, honey, and spices. The result is a bold, balanced, aromatic dish perfect for a special weeknight dinner.

20 minPrep
25 minCook
45 minTotal
4Servings
Dairy-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings
4
  • 600 g beef sirloin, cut into strips (1/2 inch)
  • 120 ml orange juice (freshly squeezed preferiblemente)
  • 80 ml espresso or very strong coffee (without sugar)
  • 30 ml honey (for the glaseado)
  • 30 ml soy sauce (aporta salt and umami)
  • 15 ml apple cider vinegar (for equilibrar the dulzor)
  • 12 g garlic (chopped finely)
  • 10 g fresh ginger (grated)
  • 2 g ground cumin
  • 2 g smoked paprika
  • 1 g red pepper flakes (ajustar to taste)
  • 4 g salt (divided)
  • 1 g black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 8 g cornstarch (for searing lightly the carne)
  • 30 ml olive oil (divided)
  • 120 g red onion (en plumas finas)
  • 4 g orange zest (solo the parte orange)
  • 10 g fresh parsley (chopped for terminar)

Nutrition facts

per serving

358 kcal
Calories
34 g
Protein
15 g
Carbs
18 g
Fat
1.3 g
Fiber
13.7 g
Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Soy

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. In a large bowl, toss the beef strips with the cornstarch, half of the salt, and the black pepper until lightly coated.

  2. 2

    2. In a separate bowl, combine the orange juice, coffee, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, cumin, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and orange zest. Set this glaze mixture aside.

  3. 3

    3. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and, once hot, add half of the beef. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until well browned. Remove and repeat with the remaining beef using the remaining tablespoon of oil.

  4. 4

    4. In the same skillet, add the red onion and cook for 3 minutes, stirring, until softened and lightly colored.

  5. 5

    5. Return all the beef to the skillet and pour in the glaze mixture. Cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce reduces and turns glossy, coating the beef and onion.

  6. 6

    6. Taste and add the remaining salt if needed. Cook 1 more minute to bring the flavors together.

  7. 7

    7. If you want to keep the beef warm before serving, place it in an oven-safe dish at 200°F / 95°C for up to 10 minutes.

  8. 8

    8. Serve immediately, finishing with the chopped fresh parsley on top.

Chef tips

For better browning, do not overcrowd the pan and cook the beef in batches. If you want a deeper sauce, let it reduce for 1 to 2 extra minutes over medium-low heat.

Substitutions

You can substitute the sirloin with flap meat or tenderloin. Honey can be replaced with maple syrup. Parsley can be swapped for cilantro if you prefer a fresher profile.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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    Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer

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    TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer

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    T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan

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