What kind of meat can I use? Brazilian maminha is a cut of beef, originating from the triangular area of the sirloin, often hailed as a beloved choice in Brazilian churrascarias.

This juicy and flavorful meat is located on the backside of the animal, nestled between the loin and the thigh.

It is sometimes referred to as «bottom round» due to its position atop the rear legs, encompassing the hips and rump region.

What type of beer can I use? You have the option to use both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beer. For a richer aroma, you can opt for a dark beer.

How long should I roast the meat? The cooking time depends on the weight of the meat. To achieve a medium roast for a piece weighing 1.5-1.8 kg, you will need about 1 hour. For a well-done piece of meat, it will take approximately 80 minutes to cook.

Juicy Brazilian Maminha Baked with Onion and Beer

PREP TIME	COOK TIME	MAKES
80 minutes	15 minutes	6-8 servings

INGREDIENTS (serves 2)

1 piece of beef for maminha (~1,5 kg / 3,3 lbs)
2 onion
0,33 ml light beer (12 oz)
⅓ cup (70 ml) water
5 garlic cloves
2 sprigs of rosemary
3 tbsp of olive oil for frying
1 tbsp of butter
Salt
Black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

You can find a short video recipe of Maminha in my Instagram. Let’s be friends!

Preheat the oven to 200°C / 390°F. Slice the onion into rings or half rings. Transfer to a baking dish.
Add garlic cloves and rosemary on top.
Place the meat on top.
Drizzle vegetable oil for frying on both sides, spread the oil with a brush, and season with salt and pepper.
The meat should be placed with the fat side up.
Pour beer and water on the sides of the meat. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hourб if you want medium (a pink cut of meat) and 70-80 min for a well done.
Remove the foil, spread butter on top, and bake for an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.