Puerto Rican Pepper Steak
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Servings
6
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Calories
567 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
South American, Spanish, Caribbean
Puerto Rican Pepper Steak
Description
The recipe combines thinly sliced flank steak with a marinade of sofrito, fresh cilantro, crushed garlic, and seasonings including Maggi seasoning or salt, chicken bouillon, oregano, adobo, black pepper, and cumin. This mixture is allowed to marinate from one hour to overnight to infuse the meat with robust flavors. The steak is sautéed in oil to create a seared exterior and release natural juices.
After searing, browning sugar is added to enhance color, followed by sautéing thinly sliced red and green bell peppers and onions. Water is added to the pot along with bay leaves, covering the meat and vegetables. The mixture simmers over medium heat to reduce the liquid and then cooks covered on low until the steak becomes tender.
This Pepper Steak recipe results in tender meat with a complex, savory profile amplified by spices and fresh vegetables. It pairs well with rice or plantains to create a complete meal. Garnishing with fresh cilantro and lime wedges adds brightness to the rich dish.
Ingredients
Marinade:
- 2-3 pounds flank steak sliced thin
- 1/3 cup sofrito
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- 8 cloves garlic crushed
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil divided, generic cooking oil
- 10 dashes maggi liquid seasoning or 2 tsps salt
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon seasoning
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning all purpose seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons browning sugar optional, or burnt sugar, for color
- 1/2 red bell pepper sliced thin
- 1/2 green bell pepper sliced thin
- 1/2 red onion sliced thin
- 3 bay leaf
- 1-2 cups water
- cilantro for garnish, freshly chopped
- lime for garnish, wedges
Instructions
- Add the steak to a large bowl with the cilantro, sofrito, garlic, 1 tablespoon oil, Maggi seasoning, chicken bouillon seasoning, oregano, adobo, black pepper and cumin. Marinate for 1 hour, up to overnight.
- In a large pot set over medium high heat, heat the remaining tablespoon oil and toss in steak. Saute for 5-7 minutes, or until natural juices release. Stir in the browning (for color.) Add the peppers and onions and stir until well combined.
- Add the water to the same bowl you seasoned your meat in, and then pour it into the pot. Use enough water to cover the meat. Add the bay leaves and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the water reduces by half. Lower the heat, cover the pot, and cook on low for about an hour or until the meat is tender.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 567 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 567kcal | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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