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Traditional Czech Svíčková

A classic Czech beef sirloin dish in a creamy sauce with dumplings.

150 minutes4 servings
Traditional Czech Svíčková
Photo: Pohled 111 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Season the beef sirloin with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge the beef in flour.
  3. In a large pot, melt the butter and brown the beef on all sides.
  4. Add the chopped onion and caraway seeds, then add the beef broth.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
  6. Stir in the sour cream and heat through.
  7. Serve with dumplings.
  8. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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