Beef and Pork

Panda Express Beijing Beef

Preparation time : 20 minutes

Cooking time : 20 minutes

Serving : 4

Nutrition Information per Serving :

395 Cal; 12 g Fat; 40 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Fiber; 25 g Sugars; 28 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 1 pound flank steak, ¼-inch sliced
• 1 medium white onion, peeled, sliced
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 medium red bell pepper, deseeded, cored, cut into 1-inch pieces
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup and 1 teaspoon cornstarch, divided
• 1 cup olive oil
• 3 egg whites, beaten

For the Sauce:

• 1 teaspoon crushed red peppers
• ¼ cup of sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
• ½ cup of water
• 6 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 4 teaspoons sweet chili sauce

Instructions :

• Take a large bowl, place steak slices in it, add 1 teaspoon cornstarch, salt, and egg, stir until well mixed and then let the beef marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
• In the meantime, prepare the sauce and for this, place all of its ingredients in a small bowl, and then whisk until combined.
• When the beef has marinated, take a separate large bowl, place 2 tablespoons of cornstarch in it, add marinated beef slices without the marinade and then toss until mixed.
• Place 2 tablespoons oil in a small saucepan, and then heat it until hot.
• Add remaining cornstarch into beef slices, toss until coated, add some of the beef slices into the saucepan and then cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
• Transfer fried beef to a plate and then repeat with the remaining beef slices.
• Add 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet pan and when hot, add bell pepper and onion pieces and then cook for 3 minutes until the edges of vegetables begin to caramelize.
• Then stir in garlic, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant and spoon vegetables to the plate containing beef slices.
• Return pan over high heat, add prepared sauce, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
• Add vegetables and beef, toss until coated with the sauce, and cook for 2 minutes until hot.
• Serve straight away.

In-N-Out Cheeseburger Sloppy Joes

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 20 minutes

Serving : 4

Nutrition Information per Serving :

407 Cal; 28 g Fat; 15 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Fiber; 11 g Sugars; 22 g Protein

Ingredients :

For the Sloppy Joes:

• 1 medium white onion, peeled, chopped
• 1 pound ground beef
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
• 4 hamburger buns

For the Spread:

• 3 tablespoons sweet relish
• 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
• 2/3 cup mayonnaise

• 1 ½ teaspoon white vinegar
• ¼ cup ketchup

Instructions :

• Add butter in a large skillet pan, melt it over medium-high heat and when it melts, add beef and then cook for 15 minutes or more until meat is no longer pink and thoroughly cooked.
• Add onion, season with salt and black pepper, and then cook for 5 minutes until onions turn tender.
• Meanwhile, take a medium bowl, place all the ingredients for the sauce in it and then stir until well combined.
• Pour three-fourths of the sauce into the beef mixture, stir until combined, and then cook for 1 minute or until hot.
• Serve beef sauce over hamburger buns and then serve.

Tommy’s Chili

Preparation time : 15 minutes

Cooking time : 40 minutes

Serving : 6

Nutrition Information per Serving :

201 Cal; 12 g Fat; 8 g Carbohydrates; 2 g Fiber; 1 g Sugars; 15 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 1 large carrot, peeled, finely chopped
• 1 pound ground beef
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornflour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 3 tablespoons red chili powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups beef broth

Instructions :

• Place oil in a large pot and let it heat over medium-high heat until hot.
• Then add beef and carrot pieces, cook for 5 minutes or more until beef is no longer pink, switch heat to the low level, stir in all the spices and seasoning, and then cook for 2 minutes.
• Take a small bowl, pour in the broth, add flour and vinegar, whisk until smooth, and then add this mixture into the pot.
• Stir until mixed and then simmer for 30 minutes until thoroughly cooked and chili have reached to desired level.
• Serve straight away.

Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup

Preparation time : 15 minutes

Cooking time : 45 minutes

Serving : 8

Nutrition Information per Serving :

520 Cal; 40 g Fat; 24 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Fiber; 1 g Sugars; 15 g Protein

Ingredients :

• ½ pound bacon, chopped
• 1 pound Italian sausage
• 1 bunch of kale, destemmed, leaves chopped
• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled, chopped
• 1 medium white onion, peeled, chopped
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 ½ tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 cups chicken broth

Instructions :

• Place oil in a large pot, and then heat it over medium-high heat until hot.
• Add sausages, sprinkle with red pepper flakes, and then cook for 10 minutes until nicely browned.
• When done, transfer sausages to a plate, remove fat from the pot, switch heat to medium level, add bacon and then cook for 4 to 5 minutes or more until slightly crisp.
• When done, remove bacon to a plate, add onion and garlic into the pot, stir until mixed and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
• Then return bacon into the pot, add kale and potatoes, pour in the broth, bring the mixture to a rolling boil and continue simmering it over medium-low heat for 20 minutes until potatoes have turn tender.
• Add sausages into the soup, stir in cream and cook for 2 minutes until hot.
• Ladle soup into bowls and then serve.

Beef Barbacoa

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 4 hours 10 minutes

Serving : 10

Nutrition Information per Serving :

460 Cal; 30 g Fat; 2 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Fiber; 4 g Sugars; 44 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 5 pounds chuck roast
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups beef broth

For the Paste:

• 3 chipotle chili in adobo sauce
• 4 cloves of garlic, peeled
• 1 lime, juiced, zested
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

Instructions :

• Turn on the oven, then set it to 325 degrees F and let it preheat.
• Meanwhile, prepare the paste and for this, place all of its ingredients in a blender and then pulse until smooth.
• Take a large ovenproof skillet pan, place it over medium-high heat, add oil and let it heat.
• Season roast with salt and black pepper, add to the pan, and then cook its every side for 3 minutes or more until nicely golden brown.
• Slowly pour in the sauce and beef into the skillet pan, spread evenly, and then bake for 4 hours.
• When done, shred beef by using two forks, stir until mixed, and then serve.

Honey Baked Ham

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 3 hours and 1 minute

Serving : 24

Nutrition Information per Serving :

439 Cal; 25 g Fat; 18 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Fiber; 18 g Sugars; 33 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 9 pounds pre-cooked ham, bone-in, spiral sliced
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground clove
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 cups of sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions :

• Plug in a 6-quarts slow cooker, place ham in it, drizzle with honey and then let it cook at low heat setting for 3 hours.
• Then turn on the broil and let it preheat.
• In the meantime, prepare the glaze and for this, place 6 tablespoons of the liquid from the slow cooker in a small saucepan, and then stir until mixed.
• Place the pan over high heat, bring the mixture to a rolling boil and then boil for another minute.
• Then transfer ham on a cookie sheet, pour half of the glaze over it and then bake for 30 seconds until the sauce starts bubbling.
• Remove ham from the oven, pour remaining glaze over it and then cook another 30 seconds until the top has glazed.
• When done, let the ham cool slightly, then cut it into slices and serve.

Taco Bell Beef

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 1 hour and 15 minutes

Serving : 8

Nutrition Information per Serving :

162 Cal; 10 g Fat; 1 g Carbohydrates; 0 g Fiber; 0 g Sugars; 16 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 1 pound ground beef, frozen
• ½ cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning

Instructions :

• Switch on the instant pot, place ground beef into its inner pot, and then pour in the broth.
• Shut the instant pot with its lid, press the manual button and then cook for 30 minutes at a high-pressure setting.
• When instant pot beeps, move the pressure valve to venting position to do quick pressure release and then break down the cooked beef by using a potato masher.
• Stir in taco seasoning, shut the instant pot with its lid, press the manual button, and then cook for 30 minutes at a high-pressure setting.
• When instant pot beeps, move the pressure valve to venting position to do quick pressure release and then stir until just mixed.
• Press the sauté button and then cook the beef for 15 minutes until most of the cooking liquid has evaporated, stirring frequently.
• When done, shut the instant pot with its lid and let the beef rest for 10 minutes.
• Serve straight away.

Mongolian Beef

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 15 minutes

Serving : 4

Nutrition Information per Serving :

421 Cal; 19 g Fat; 35 g Carbohydrates; 8 g Fiber; 26 g Sugars; 24 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 1 pound flank steak, ¼-inch thick sliced
• 4 stalks of scallions, green parts cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 teaspoons grated ginger
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/3 cup water

Instructions :

• Take a large plastic bag, place steak slices in it, add cornstarch, seal the bag, shake it until coated, and then let the beef slices rest for 5 minutes.
• Place oil in a large frying pan, heat it over medium-high heat, and when hot, place steak slices in it in a single layer and cook for 1 minute per side until golden.
• Transfer steak slices to a plate and then repeat with the remaining steak slices.
• Add garlic and ginger into the skillet pan, cook for 15 seconds until fragrant, stir in sugar, pour in water and soy sauce, and then bring the mixture to a boil.
• Return steak slices in it, stir until mixed, and then cook for 30 seconds until the sauce has thickened slightly.
• Stir in green onion, cook for 30 seconds and then serve.

Panda Express Shanghai Angus Steak

Preparation time : 15 minutes

Cooking time : 10 minutes

Serving : 4

Nutrition Information per Serving :

341 Cal; 12 g Fat; 20 g Carbohydrates; 3 g Fiber; 9 g Sugars; 28 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 16 ounces sirloin steak, ½-inch thick and 1-inch long sliced
• ½ of a medium white onion, peeled, 1-inch sliced
• 12 ounces green beans, trimmed
• 8 ounces sliced white mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 ½ tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• ½ cup of rice wine
• 4 teaspoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoons sesame seeds

Instructions :

• Take a large bowl, place steak slices in it, add 1 tablespoon each of cornstarch and soy sauce and then stir until mixed.
• Place oil in a large skillet pan, heat it over high heat and when hot, add onion and garlic, and then cook for 1 minute.
• Add mushroom, cook for 3 to 5 minutes until nicely browned, and then spoon the vegetables to a plate.
• Add steak slices into the pan, cook for 3 minutes per side, add green beans and then stir in wine, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
• Return cooked vegetable mixture into the pan, stir until mixed and cook for 3 minutes until beans have cooked and sauce have slightly thickened.
• When done, garnish beef with sesame seeds and then serve.

Panda Express Beef and Broccoli

Preparation time : 40 minutes

Cooking time : 20 minutes

Serving : 4

Nutrition Information per Serving :

315 Cal; 13 g Fat; 16 g Carbohydrates; 3 g Fiber; 4 g Sugars; 28 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 1 pound broccoli floret, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons white wine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

For the Sauce:

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon white wine, divided
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 tablespoons water

Instructions :

• Take a large plastic bag, place beef in it, add wine and cornstarch, seal the bag, shake it well until coated and let the beef marinate for 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, take a heatproof bowl, place broccoli pieces in it, drizzle with 2 tablespoons water, cover the florets with a wet paper towel, and microwave for 2 minutes at high heat setting until half steamed.
• Prepare the sauce and for this, place all of its ingredients in a small bowl and then stir until mixed.
• Place both oils in a large skillet pan, and then heat over high heat until hot.
• Add steak pieces in a single layer, cook for 1 minute per side, transfer to a dish, and then repeat with the remaining beef slices.
• Then add garlic and ginger into the skillet pan, cook for 15 seconds until fragrant, return beef into the pan and then add broccoli.
• Stir the prepared sauce, pour in over beef and broccoli, stir until well combined, and then cook for 2 minutes or more until hot and sauce thickens slightly.
• When done, garnish beef and broccoli with sesame seeds and then serve.

Ribeye Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 10 minutes

Serving : 4

Nutrition Information per Serving :

357 Cal; 31 g Fat; 6 g Carbohydrates; 6 g Fiber; 3 g Sugars; 14 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 2 ribeye steaks, each about 12 ounce and 1-inch thick
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted

For the Chimichurri:

• 1 cup parsley leaves
• 3 cloves of garlic, peeled
• 1 cup cilantro leaves
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ cup white wine vinegar
• ½ cup olive oil

Instructions :

• Turn on the oven, then set it to 500 degrees F and let it preheat.
• Meanwhile, take a large skillet pan, place it over medium-high heat and let it heat until smoking hot.
• In the meantime, sprinkle salt and black pepper on each side of steaks, place them into the hot pan, and then cook for 1 minute.
• Flip the steaks, cook for 2 minutes, flip the steaks again, and continue cooking for 2 minutes.
• Then add 1 tablespoon of butter over each steak, place the pan into the oven and then bake for 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, prepare the Chimichurri and for this, place all of its ingredients in a blender except for oil and then pulse until combined.
• Blend in oil in a steady stream until smooth and then tip the sauce in a bowl.
• When steaks have baked, cover each steak with a foil and let it rest for 5 minutes.
• Serve steaks with prepared Chimichurri.

Taco Bell Double Decker Tacos

Preparation time : 15 minutes

Cooking time : 5 minutes

Serving : 6

Nutrition Information per Serving :

290 Cal; 10 g Fat; 30 g Carbohydrates; 4 g Fiber; 0 g Sugars; 19 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 16 ounces refried beans, hot
• 6 tortillas, soft, warmed
• 2 cups cooked beef, warmed
• 2 medium avocado, peeled, pitted, diced
• 6 taco shells, hard
• ¾ cup tomato salsa
• ¾ cup grated cheddar cheese
• ¾ cup sour cream

Instructions :

• Warm the tacos and tortillas in the microwave and then spread 2 tablespoons of refried beans on top of each tortilla.
• Wrap the tortilla on the outside of the taco shell and then fill tacos evenly with beef.
• Top each taco with some avocado pieces and 2 tablespoons each of salsa, cheese, and sour cream and then serve.

Red Robin Black and Bleu Burger

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 15 minutes

Serving : 4

Nutrition Information per Serving :

910 Cal; 61.3 g Fat; 46 g Carbohydrates; 3 g Fiber; 4.1 g Sugars; 42.6 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 4 hamburger buns
• ½ of a small white onion, peeled, thinly sliced
• 4 ounces baby Portobello mushrooms, sliced
• 4 hamburger patties, each about ¾ pound
• 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
• 1 cup chopped lettuce
• ½ cup garlic aioli
• ½ cup crumbled Bleu cheese

Instructions :

• Cook the patties and for this, follow the instruction of its package and then prepare them.
• Meanwhile, take a medium skillet pan, place it over medium heat, add butter and let it melt.
• Add onion and mushroom, cook for 5 minutes until nicely brown and caramelized and then remove the pan from heat.
• Assemble the burger and for this, place patty into each bun, top with mushrooms, lettuce, aioli, and bleu cheese evenly and then serve.

Cracker Barrel Beef Stew

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 20 minutes

Serving : 6

Nutrition Information per Serving :

543 Cal; 17 g Fat; 59 g Carbohydrates; 10 g Fiber; 14 g Sugars; 40 g Protein

Ingredients :

• 1 pound stewing beef, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 medium white onion, peeled, chopped
• 2 large turnips, peeled, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled, cut into bite-size pieces
• 5 carrots, peeled, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• ¼ cup ketchup
• 4 cups beef broth

Instructions :

• Take a large bowl, place beef pieces in it, season with salt and black pepper, add flour and then toss until mixed.
• Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot, heat it over medium-high heat until hot, add beef pieces and then cook until brown on all sides.
• Transfer beef pieces to a plate, add remaining oil into the pot and when hot, add onion and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown.
• Add carrot, turnip and potato pieces in it, return beef pieces in it, add ketchup and thyme, pour in the broth.
• Stir until combined and then simmer the stew over low heat level for 1 hour and 30 minutes until thoroughly cooked, cover the pot with its lid.
• Then add peas, cook for 5 minutes until hot and then serve.

Disneyland Gumbo

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 30 minutes

Serving : 6

Nutrition Information per Serving :

172 Cal; 9 g Fat; 14 g Carbohydrates; 1 g Fiber; 1 g Sugars; 7 g Protein

Ingredients :

• ½ cup diced celery
• 1 cup diced okra, cooked
• ½ cup diced white onion
• ½ cup diced andouille sausage
• ½ cup diced chicken, cooked
• ½ cup cubed ham
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon gumbo file
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• ¼ cup butter, unsalted
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 4 cups cooked brown rice

Instructions :

• Add butter in a large pot, melt it over medium-low heat, whisk in flour and then cook for 12 minutes or more until it turns into a caramel color.
• Then switch heat to medium-high level, add onion and celery into the pot, stir until mixed, and then cook for 5 minutes until vegetables have turned soft.
• Slowly stir in the broth, stir well until combined, and then simmer the mixture for 10 minutes.
• Add remaining ingredients except for rice and gumbo file, stir until mixed, and then bring the mixture to a simmer.
• Stir in gumbo file until combined and then remove the pot from heat.
• Divide cooked rice evenly among six bowls, ladle gumbo over rice and then serve.