Description
Lomo Saltado is a vibrant Peruvian beef stir-fry featuring tender sirloin, colorful vegetables, and crispy French fries, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish with a delightful fusion of Peruvian and Chinese influences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sliced beef (sirloin), sliced against the grain
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (adjust to taste)
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced into wedges
- 3 stalks scallions (green onions), chopped
- 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- 1 teaspoon oregano (optional)
- 2 cups French fries (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups cooked rice, for serving
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the sliced beef in soy sauce and vinegar for 15-20 minutes.
- Chop the red onion, tomatoes, and scallions into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a wok or cast-iron skillet over high heat with a little oil.
- Sear the marinated beef in batches for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Stir-fry the onions, tomatoes, and scallions for 1-2 minutes until just tender.
- Return the beef to the pan. Add aji amarillo paste, minced garlic, ginger, and optional spices.
- Stir to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
- Serve immediately over steaming rice, with crispy fries on the side.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For an enhanced taste, drizzle a bit more soy sauce just before serving.
- This recipe is a classic Peruvian beef stir fry that is easy to make.
- Ensure you slice the beef against the grain for maximum tenderness in your Lomo Saltado.
- Cooking the beef in batches prevents overcrowding and ensures a good sear for your Peruvian steak recipe.
- Adjust the aji amarillo paste to control the spice level of your Lomo Saltado.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg