**Stuffed Flank Steak (Matambre): A Savory Dish with a Rich History**
Matambre, also known as stuffed flank steak, is a traditional dish that holds a special place in the culinary heritage of several countries across Latin America. This delectable dish consists of a flank steak that is skillfully butterflied and filled with a flavorful mixture of ingredients. Once stuffed, the flank steak is meticulously rolled, secured, and cooked to perfection, resulting in a succulent and enticing creation. This comprehensive article features an assortment of Matambre recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From the classic Argentinian Matambre a la Pizza to the tantalizing Chilean Matambre al Horno, each recipe offers unique variations and culinary insights. Whether you're a seasoned chef seeking a new culinary adventure or a home cook looking to impress your loved ones, this exploration of Matambre recipes is sure to inspire and delight.
STUFFED FLANK STEAK (MATAMBRE)
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 7h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Trim any fat from the meat, split it horizontally and pound it gently with a mallet to flatten. Place meat in a shallow glass dish. Combine the marinade ingredients and pour them over the meat. Cover, refrigerate and marinate 4 to 5 hours or overnight.
- Remove the meat from the marinade, place on a flat surface and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover the meat with the spinach leaves and arrange the carrots across the meat.
- Carefully roll the meat jellyroll fashion, so the grain runs the length of the roll, and tie it with a string at 1inch intervals.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large pan over moderate heat. Add the meat and sear until browned on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Place the roll in an ovenproof casserole dish and pour the beef stock over to cover the meat.
- Place the meat in the oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until desired doneness. To serve hot, remove the meat and place it on a platter. Let the meat rest for 10 minutes, carefully remove the strings and slice the roll into 3/4 inch slices. Serve with Salsa Criolla.
- In a medium bowl, combine the onions, tomatoes, jalapeno, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper. Whisk together the oil and vinegar in a small bowl and pour over the tomato mixture. Mix well, cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Adjust seasonings before serving with the meat.
- about 2 cups of salsa
ARGENTINE STUFFED FLANK STEAK: MATAMBRE
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories main-dish
Time 2h25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Butterfly the steak by slicing lengthwise and opening it up like a book. Pound the meat gently with a mallet to flatten and even out the thickness; rub all sides with olive oil and generously season with salt and pepper.
- With the steak lying lengthwise, scatter the spinach leaves evenly over the surface of the meat, leaving a 1-inch border all around. Arrange the carrots in long rows across the steak, about 2 inches apart. Put the egg strips and olives between the carrot rows. Scatter the onion rings and cheese over the filling, sprinkle with salt and red pepper flakes. Carefully roll the meat up over the filling, from bottom to top, into a long thick cylinder (jellyroll-style.) Tie with butcher's twine to hold it together, as you would a roast.
- Coat a large Dutch oven or pan with olive oil and put over moderate heat. Lay the stuffed steak in the hot oil and sear until browned on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour in the wine and enough water to come up almost to the top of the meat. Toss in the head of garlic, onion, and herbs to flavor the broth. Cover, and slowly simmer on medium-low heat until the meat is fork-tender, about 1 1/2 hours, turning the meat over once halfway through cooking. Taste the broth before serving and adjust spices, if necessary.
- Transfer the matambre to a cutting board and let rest for 15 minutes. Remove the kitchen strings and cut crosswise into 1-inch slices ¿ the colors of the filling will look absolutely gorgeous spiraled in the steak. Spoon some of the sauce over the meat and serve. Matambre is good hot, room temperature, or cold.
MATAMBRE - ARGENTINE STUFFED FLANK STEAK
My other mother, Irma Ramerez in Yuma Arizona gave me this one. The only thing I changed was going to baby carrots.
Provided by Pierre Dance
Categories Meat
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Generously season both sides of the meat with Cajun Seasoning, Salt, fresh ground Black Pepper.
- Scatter 1 1/2 TBS Garlic and 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes over one side of the meat.
- Cover with Spinish Leaves, leaving a 1/2 inch margin at all edges.
- Top with Baby Carrots and Egg Slices.
- Carefully roll, cinamon roll fashon, tie with cotton string. You want the grain to run lengthwise down the roll.
- In a dutch oven brown Bacon 'til crisp, remove and drain bacon on a paper towel.Leave half of the dripping in the pot , save the other half.
- Brown rolled steak on all sides.
- Set aside.
- Return remaining drippings to the pot. Add Onions to the drippings, saute (stir fry) for 3- 4 minutes.
- Add 1 TBS Garlic.
- Bay Leaves, and Thyme.
- Saute 2 minutes.
- Remove and set aside.
- Discard the Bay Leaves.
- Deglaze the pot with wine.
- Scrape to release the goodies.
- Add stock, bring to a boil.
- Put meat into the pot, reduce heat to a simmer, cover.
- Simmer 1 1/2 hours'til it's fork tender.
- Carefully lift the meat from the pot.
- Place on a draining rack, let it rest for 10 min.
- Return pot to med-high, bring to a slow boil and reduce for 5-10 min.
- scrap and stir, don't let it burn.
- Remove pot from heat, add bacon and the cooked onion mix, season to taste.
- Move the meat to a cutting board.
- Carefully snip the twine with shears.
- Cut as you would a cinamon roll, 1 inch thick.
- Serve topped with its Onion Gravy and simple boiled baby potatoes (Red, Yukon,White) or maybe over Rice or Noodles.
Tips:
- To ensure the flank steak is tender and flavorful, marinate it for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Use a sharp knife to score the flank steak against the grain. This will help the marinade penetrate the meat and make it more tender.
- Be generous with the stuffing. The more stuffing you use, the more flavorful the matambre will be.
- Cook the matambre over medium heat. This will help prevent the meat from drying out.
- Baste the matambre with the cooking juices every few minutes. This will help keep the meat moist and flavorful.
- Allow the matambre to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat.
Conclusion:
Stuffed flank steak, also known as matambre, is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for special occasions. With its tender meat, flavorful stuffing, and crispy crust, matambre is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a special dish to make, give matambre a try. You won't be disappointed!
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