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Bistec Ranchero

Savor the Best Bistec Ranchero in Just 30 Minutes

Bistec Ranchero is a quick, flavorful dinner featuring tender beef and crispy potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Thinly Sliced Beef Sirloin or Flank Steak
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
For the Potatoes
  • 2 medium Russet Potatoes Can substitute with Yukon Gold or sweet potatoes
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be used as milder option
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Granulated garlic can be a substitute
  • 2 whole Jalapeño Peppers, sliced Remove seeds for milder flavor
  • 2 whole Roma Tomatoes, chopped Canned tomatoes can be substituted
For the Seasoning
  • 3/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can be used as different flavor
  • 3/4 teaspoon Dried Oregano Marjoram can replace it
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper Garlic salt is an alternative
For the Sauce
  • 2/3 cup Tomato Sauce Vegetable broth can replace for lighter option
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped Omit if cilantro is not preferred

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bistec Ranchero
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the diced medium russet potatoes in a single layer and cook for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and tender. Set aside to keep warm.
  2. In the same skillet, increase heat to high and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the thinly sliced beef, searing for about 5 minutes until browned.
  3. Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, and jalapeños to the skillet. Sauté together for 4-6 minutes until the onions become translucent.
  4. Stir in the chopped Roma tomatoes, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
  5. Return the crispy potatoes to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Stir gently and reduce heat to medium-low, simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, cook beef in smaller batches and store potatoes and beef separately for meal prep.

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