🍽️Meat Dish

Persian-Style Beef Fillet Skillet (Khorak Fileh Gusht)

Name: Persian-Style Beef Fillet Skillet (Khorak Fileh Gusht)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat Dish
Ingredients: 500 g beef fillet, cut into bite-size cubes; 300 g potatoes, peeled and diced; 200 g mixed colored bell peppers, chopped; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 50 g fresh parsley, finely chopped; 100 g cooking oil; Salt and spices to taste (such as black pepper or turmeric)

"Elevate your weeknight dinner with this elegant one-pan Persian masterpiece featuring melt-in-your-mouth beef fillet and golden aromatics."

Prep:15 min

Cook:45 min

LevelMedium

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● Ingredients

500 g beef fillet, cut into bite-size cubes
300 g potatoes, peeled and diced
200 g mixed colored bell peppers, chopped
1 medium onion, finely diced
50 g fresh parsley, finely chopped
100 g cooking oil
Salt and spices to taste (such as black pepper or turmeric)

🌱 Gluten-Free🌱 Dairy-Free🌱 High-Protein🌱 Nut-Free⚡ Medium

❤️Health72%

😋Taste89%

🥳Joy85%

👨‍🍳Difficulty35/100

📜 The Story

Khorak represents a beloved category of Persian 'dry' stews that prioritize the natural juices of the meat and vegetables over heavy broths. This specific beef fillet preparation highlights the Iranian tradition of combining tender cuts of meat with seasonal produce and fresh herbs for a balanced, one-pan family meal.

🧬 Flavor DNA

🍋Sour

2/10

🧂Salty

5/10

🌶️Spicy

2/10

🍯Sweet

3/10

🍄umami

8/10

☕Bitter

2/10

✨ Sensory Profile

"A vibrant aromatic display where the sizzle of seared beef meets the earthy sweetness of caramelized onions. The tender, golden potatoes offer a soft contrast to the crisp bell peppers, all unified by the verdant, grassy fragrance of freshly chopped parsley."

Chef's Mastery

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The Secret

For the best crust, pat the beef cubes completely dry with paper towels before adding them to the hot oil to ensure they sear rather than steam.

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Avoid This

Adding the potatoes and peppers too early can lead to them becoming mushy before the meat is fully tender; ensure the beef is properly sealed first.

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Storage

Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet with a tablespoon of water to revive the textures.

Instructions

Heat the cooking oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft, translucent, and lightly golden.

Add the beef fillet cubes to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned on all sides and lightly sealed.

Season the beef with salt and your chosen spices, stirring well so the seasoning coats the meat evenly.

Add the diced potatoes, chopped bell peppers, and fresh parsley. Gently stir to combine all ingredients without breaking the potatoes.

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook gently until the potatoes are tender and the flavors are well blended, about 25–30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, and serve hot.