Carne en Bistec

🧂 Ingredients

• 4 Beef steaks(Thinly sliced sirloin, flank steak, or skirt steak work well. Aim for about 1/4 inch thickness.)
• 3 Yellow onions(Medium-sized, thinly sliced.)
• 2 Tomatoes(Medium-sized, ripe, seeded and diced.)
• 1/2 tsp Ground cumin
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil or other neutral cooking oil
• To taste Salt
• To taste Black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the beef: Pat the beef steaks dry with paper towels. Season generously on both sides with salt, black pepper, and cumin. Let them sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.

   ⏱️ 15 minutes
2. 2

   Sear the beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned steaks in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until deeply browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Tent loosely with foil to keep warm.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
3. 3

   Sauté the aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the same skillet. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until they begin to break down slightly and release their juices.

   ⏱️ 10 minutes
4. 4

   Deglaze and combine: Pour the Worcestershire sauce into the skillet. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits (fond). Let the sauce bubble and reduce slightly for about 1 minute. Return the seared steaks (and any accumulated juices from the plate) to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the steaks in the onion-tomato mixture and sauce.

   ⏱️ 2 minutes
5. 5

   Simmer and serve: Let the steaks simmer gently in the sauce for 1-2 minutes, just to heat through and meld the flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

   ⏱️ 2 minutes

💡 Pro Tips

• ✓For a quicker meal, use pre-sliced steak.
• ✓The onions should be tender and slightly caramelized, not burnt.
• ✓Serve hot over white rice, or with arepas and a side salad.
• ✓Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the steaks, as this will steam them instead of searing.

🔄 Variations

• Add thinly sliced bell peppers (any color) along with the onions for extra flavor and color.
• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the cumin.
• A splash of vinegar (like red wine or apple cider) can add brightness to the sauce.

🥗 Nutrition

Per serving