Bistec Encebollado
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5.0
39 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
319 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
South American
Bistec Encebollado
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A delicious Latin American and Caribbean favorite. Perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner. The combination of seasonings is perfect. Serve it up with arroz con gandules.
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Ingredients
Marinade:
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar (paleo diet: red wine ok)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp kosher salt (paleo diet: sea salt)
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 Tbsp cumin
- 2 garlic cloves minced
Other ingredients:
- 2 lbs flank steak
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 onions medium, thinly sliced
- ½ cup chicken stock
Instructions
- In a bowl mix together red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, oregano, cumin and garlic cloves.
- Place flank steak in a large freezer bag or a large rectangular glass baking dish. The bag tends to work better but if you use a dish, flip it over a few times while marinating.
- Pour marinade in the bag or over it and refrigerate for about 8-10 hours.
- Prior to cooking, slice steak into ¼" to ½" slices on a bias against the grain of the meat.
- Heat olive oil in skillet on medium heat. Add onions; toss until translucent. Do not brown the onions.
- Add chicken stock and bring to a boil for about 3-4 minutes. Continue to simmer until all the liquid has cooked off and been absorbed by the onions.
- Transfer onion mixture to a bowl.
- In another skillet, place the remaining 1 Tbsp. of olive oil and quickly sauté the pieces of flank steak until medium or well done.
- Place on a serving platter and spoon onion mixture over the beef.
- Serve with arroz con gandules and maduros.
Notes
- Frequently Asked Questions:
- How long can I store the cooked bistec encebollado in the refrigerator? Once the beef has cooled you can store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- How do I reheat the bistec? Reheat the bistec encebollado in the microwave for 2-3 minutes and stop to stir every 30-45 seconds until hot. Once reheated do not cool and store again in the refrigerator, consume it right away. So only reheat the amount you will consume.
- Can I freeze the bistec encebollado? Yes, allow the beef to cool and you can freeze in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Thaw completely in the refrigerator and then reheat in the microwave.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
319kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
91mg
(30%)
Sodium
888mg
(37%)
Potassium
607mg
(17%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
15IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
3.1mg
(3%)
Calcium
57mg
(6%)
Iron
3.3mg
(18%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 319 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 319kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 888mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 607mg | 13% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 15IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 3.1mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3.3mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
39 reviews
Excellent
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