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Authentic Lomo Saltado Recipe: A Taste of Peru

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A vibrant and flavorful Peruvian stir-fry featuring marinated beef, colorful vegetables, and a fusion of Chinese and Peruvian cooking techniques.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound beef tenderloin or sirloin, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 large red onion, sliced into wedges
  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced into wedges
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1-2 jalapeños, sliced
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste

Instructions

  1. Marinate beef strips in soy sauce and red wine vinegar for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Slice onion, tomatoes, and bell pepper into wedges; chop cilantro; slice jalapeños if using.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  4. Sear marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until browned; remove from skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, sauté onions for 2 minutes.
  6. Add garlic and bell pepper, cook another 2 minutes.
  7. Add tomatoes and optional jalapeños or aji amarillo paste; cook until tomatoes begin to soften (about 2 minutes).
  8. Return beef to skillet and mix well.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately with fries or rice.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper searing. You can substitute beef with chicken or tofu. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: lomo saltado, peruvian, stir fry, beef, fusion, latin

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