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Lomo Saltado

Peruvian stir-fried beef with potatoes, onions, and tomatoes, finished with cilantro and lime. Tender strips of beef and crispy fries tossed in a bright soy-vinegar sauce.

Total time
45 min
Servings
2
Calories
620
Protein
48g
Lomo Saltado
boldsatisfyingperuvianbeefcrispytenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat beef dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.

  3. Step 3

    Working in batches, sear beef 90 seconds per side without moving. Transfer to a plate.

  4. Step 4

    Add 2 tbsp oil to the skillet. Fry potatoes in batches until golden and crispy, ~6 minutes per batch.

  5. Step 5

    Transfer potatoes to the plate with beef. Keep the skillet on heat.

  6. Step 6

    Add onion chunks to the skillet. Stir until edges begin to soften, ~2 minutes.

  7. Step 7

    Add garlic and cook until fragrant, ~30 seconds.

  8. Step 8

    Pour soy sauce and vinegar around the pan. Stir to combine.

  9. Step 9

    Add tomato wedges and beef with juices. Toss constantly for 1 minute to combine.

  10. Step 10

    Add crispy potatoes back to the skillet. Toss once to combine.

  11. Step 11

    Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro. Squeeze lime over the top.

  12. Step 12

    Divide between two bowls or plates. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or wok
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • paper towels
  • slotted spoon or tongs

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