Bife de Cerdo Koygua
A hearty and flavorful pork steak dish, 'Bife de Cerdo Koygua' translates to 'shy pork steak,' often referring to how the pork is cooked with vegetables and topped with eggs, making the meat appear 'hidden'. It's a comforting meal that showcases tender pork simmered with onions, tomatoes, and potatoes, finished with poached eggs.
🧂 Ingredients
- 600 g Pork Loin or Sirloin(cut into thin steaks (bifes))
- 2 medium Onions(thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 2 large Potatoes(sliced into rounds)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(sliced into rounds)
- 4 large Eggs
- 1.5 cups Beef or Vegetable Broth(or as needed)
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 Bay Leaf
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
- for garnish Fresh Parsley(chopped)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
If the pork steaks are thick, pound them lightly between plastic wrap to an even thickness. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the pork steaks to the skillet and sear them on both sides until golden brown. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add the sliced potatoes and tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Add the bay leaf.
- 5
Return the pork steaks to the skillet, nestling them among the vegetables. Pour in the broth, ensuring it comes about halfway up the sides of the pork.
- 6
Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the pork is cooked through. Add more broth if the liquid evaporates too quickly.
- 7
Once the pork and potatoes are tender, create four small wells in the mixture. Crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your liking.
- 8
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Using a good quality pork cut like loin or sirloin will ensure tenderness.
- ✓Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the pork; cook in batches if necessary.
- ✓Adjust the amount of broth to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
🔄 Variations
- Add sliced bell peppers along with the onions for extra color and flavor.
- A splash of white wine can be added with the broth for added complexity.
- Serve with a side of rice or boiled yuca.