Low Carb Mushroom-Smothered Minute Steak - 5 Net Carbs

Submitted by mariposa13

"From The New Atkins for a New You Cookbook. Per Serving: 5 net carbs, 6 total carbs, 1g fiber, 24g protein, 36g fat, 440 calories"

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs minute steaks (4 steaks)
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, divided
• 3 tablespoons butter, divided
• 3 tablespoons virgin olive oil, divided
• 12 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small yellow onion, sliced (or white)
• 1⁄2 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 3 tablespoons parsley, chopped fresh

directions

1. Season steaks with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper.
2. Heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp oil in large nonstick skillet over high heat.
3. Add 2 steak and sear until just cooked through, about 3 min per side.
4. Transfer to plate and keep warm.
5. Repeat with other steaks.
6. Heat remaining 2 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp oil in skillet over high heat.
7. Add mushrooms and onionl saute until golden, about 8 minute.
8. Add broth, any accumulated juices from the steaks, lemon juice, paprika, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and remaning 1/8 tsp pepper.
9. Cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minute.
10. Pour sauce over steaks, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.