Stovetop Braised Beef Top Rib with Spiced Onion Sauce

Ingredients:

2 pounds of beef top rib, cut into 1-inch thick slices
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
2 tablespoons of butter
1 large onion, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons of smoked paprika
2 teaspoons of ground cumin
1 teaspoon of chili powder
1 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
2 cups of beef broth
1 tablespoon of cornstarch
2 tablespoons of water
Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the beef top rib slices to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Add the sliced onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
Add the smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet and stir until the spices are fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Pour the beef broth into the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the beef top rib slices to the skillet and spoon the onion and spice mixture over the top of the beef.
Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and tender.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir to thicken the sauce.
Garnish the beef top rib with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve with your favorite sides.