Recipe of Lomo Saltado

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 2 tomatoes, sliced into wedges
• 1 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 cups cooked white rice
• Lime wedges for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced beef and marinate for at least 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Remove the beef from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and stir-fry it in the hot oil until browned. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and jalapeño pepper (if using). Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

4. 4

   Return the cooked beef to the skillet and add the tomato wedges. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are heated through.

5. 5

   Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the Lomo Saltado and serve it hot over steamed white rice.

6. 6

   Garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy your delicious Peruvian Lomo Saltado!