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Bistec Ranchero

Bistec Ranchero is a flavorful dish that combines tender beef with a spicy tomato sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. This comfort food is easy to prepare and customize to suit your taste.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large Roma tomatoes
  • 1/41/2 small jalapeño, seeded and stemmed
  • ¼ small white onion
  • 3 large garlic cloves
  • ½ teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 ½ large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 ½ pounds thinly sliced beef, cut into 1/2″ thick strips
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Blend the sauce ingredients until smooth and set aside.
  • Sauté diced potatoes in oil until golden brown and set aside.
  • Sear thinly sliced beef in the skillet until browned and add spices.
  • Combine beef, potatoes, and tomato sauce in the skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Adjust jalapeño for spice level based on preference.
Consider adding beef broth for richer flavor.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sauté/Simmer
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 70