Lee's Chislic

Lee's Chislic
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    33

Savor the rich, smoky flavors of this classic South Dakotan dish. Tender sirloin cubes are infused with a vibrant blend of spices and a hint of smoky sweetness, then quickly fried to golden-brown perfection. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect as an appetizer or a hearty snack.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    9 g
  • Cholesterol
    60 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    21 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    226 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes with brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ancho chile powder, chipotle chile pepper, salt-free seasoning blend, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper. Ensure the beef is evenly coated. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

02

Step
1 hrs

Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat. (Marinating time: 1+ hours)

03

Step
5 mins

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it shimmers and a drop of water flicked into the oil sizzles immediately. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

04

Step
1 mins

Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, carefully add the marinated beef cubes to the hot oil. (Cook time: 1 minute)

05

Step
3 mins

Fry the beef, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked to your desired degree of doneness. For medium, this will take approximately 3 minutes. (Cook time: 3 minutes per batch)

06

Step
1 mins

Using a slotted spoon or spider, transfer the cooked chislic to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. (Drain time: 1 minute per batch)

07

Step

Repeat with the remaining beef, ensuring the oil returns to temperature between batches. (Repeat until all beef is cooked)

For a deeper smoky flavor, consider using smoked paprika in addition to the other spices.
Adjust the amount of chili powder and chipotle chile pepper to suit your preferred level of spiciness.
Serve immediately while hot and crispy. Traditional accompaniments include saltine crackers and a simple dipping sauce such as ranch dressing or horseradish sauce.
Ensure your oil is hot before frying, frying at too low a temperature results in greasy, less crispy chislic.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 11 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Felix Morissette

    The hint of smoke from the liquid smoke is perfect.

  • Ezekiel Mcdermott

    I was worried about the chipotle, but it wasn't too spicy, just a nice kick.

  • Bobby Keebler

    I marinated the beef overnight and it was incredibly tender.

  • Raphaelle Bailey

    My family loved this recipe! I will definitely be making it again.

  • Ciara White

    Next time, I'll try grilling it instead of frying!

  • Willa Skiles

    This chislic is amazing! The flavor is so well-balanced.

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