Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Stir-Fry)

Ingredients

• For the Marinade:
• 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into strips
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• For the Stir-Fry:
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 red onion, sliced into wedges
• 2 Roma tomatoes, quartered
• 1 yellow chili (ají amarillo), sliced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 0.5 tsp sugar (optional)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• For Serving:
• 4 cups cooked white rice
• 2 cups French fries, crispy
• Lime wedges (optional)

Instructions

1. 11️⃣ Marinate the Beef:
2. 21️⃣ Mix the Marinade – In a bowl, combine soy sauce, red wine vinegar, cumin, garlic, and black pepper. Add the beef strips, toss to coat, and let marinate for at least 20 minutes. 🥩✨
3. 32️⃣ Prepare the Fries & Rice:
4. 42️⃣ Cook the Fries & Rice – While the beef marinates, prepare the French fries until golden and crisp. Cook the white rice and keep warm. 🍚🍟✨
5. 53️⃣ Stir-Fry the Beef & Veggies:
6. 63️⃣ Heat the Wok – Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add vegetable oil and swirl to coat. 🫒🔥
7. 74️⃣ Cook the Beef – Remove the beef from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and sear in the hot wok until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside. 🥩🔥
8. 85️⃣ Stir-Fry the Veggies – In the same wok, add onions, tomatoes, and yellow chili. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until just softened. 🌶️✨
9. 94️⃣ Add the Sauce:
10. 106️⃣ Combine Everything – Return the beef to the wok along with the reserved marinade. Add an additional splash of soy sauce and vinegar, and a touch of sugar if desired. Stir-fry everything together for another 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the ingredients. 🍜🔥
11. 115️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
12. 127️⃣ Plate the Lomo Saltado – Serve hot over a bed of white rice, topped with a generous handful of crispy French fries. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime if desired. 🥩🍅🌿