Lomo Saltado

Ingredients

• Beef sirloin (1 pound, sliced into thin strips)
• Soy sauce (1/4 cup)
• Red wine vinegar (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Cumin (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Red onion (1, sliced)
• Tomatoes (2, sliced)
• Yellow chili pepper (1, sliced (or substitute with jalapeño for heat))
• French fries (2 cups, cooked)
• Cooked white rice (4 cups, for serving)
• Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced beef and marinate for 15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.
3. Add the marinated beef to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the sliced red onion, tomatoes, and yellow chili pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened but still vibrant.
5. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss with the vegetables to combine.
6. Add the cooked French fries and gently toss everything together until well mixed.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
8. Serve the lomo saltado over a generous portion of cooked white rice to soak up the delicious juices.